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Composite materials for yacht building

When it comes to building yachts, composite materials are widely used. Generally, even the shape of the yacht is determined by working with composites. This sector works with moulds a lot. Basically, it is a polyester mould on which the shape of a yacht is built.

Many products from our standard range are used in yacht building. These include various gel- & topcoats, vinyl ester resins, ISO resins, PVC foam panels and PET foam panels. UV resistance and high hydrolysis resistance are of paramount importance here.

Below is an overview of products frequently used in the yacht building sector. Curious about our complete range of composite materials and accessories? Then click here for the complete product overview.

Key products for yacht building

AME 6001 T-50

  • Bisphenol-A type

  • Thixotropic

  • Pre-accelerated

  • Excellent hydrolysis resistance

AME 6001 INF-90

  • Bisphenol-A type

  • Pre-accelerated

  • Excellent hydrolysis resistance

  • Specifically for injection applications in boat building

AME 5000 T-30

  • Bisphenol-A type / DCPD hybrid

  • Thixotropic

  • Pre-accelerated

  • Increased hydrolysis resistance

  • Specially for hand lay-up and spray-up applications in boat building

AME 5000 INF-90

  • Bisphenol-A type / DCPD hybrid

  • Pre-accelerated

  • Increased hydrolysis resistance

  • Specifically for injection applications in boat building

Maxguard GN

  • Gelcoat based on isophthalic acid polyester resin with NPG groups

  • Excellent mechanical properties

  • Hard & tough surface

  • Very good hydrolysis resistance

  • Recommended for use in the shipping industry

Maxguard NP

  • Gelcoat based on isophthalic acid polyester resin with NPG groups

  • Very good UV resistance

  • Excellent blister resistance

  • Excellent hydrolysis resistance

  • Strong surface

  • Long-term surface tackiness

  • Mainly applied in the shipping industry

Powder-bound glass mat

  • Glass fibres randomly oriented

  • Available in 225/300/450/600 g/m²

  • High degree of transparency

  • Low moisture sensitivity

  • Suitable for polyester and vinyl ester resins

Flexyfoam

  • PVC closed-cell foam

  • High dimensionional stability

  • Good chemical resistance

  • Available in various versions

  • Available in varying thicknesses

ArmaPET Struct

  • Foam panel

  • Closed cell structure

  • Long service life

  • Moisture insensitive

  • High temperature resistance (+150°C)

  • High fatigue resistance

  • Structural application

  • Compatible with autoclave technology

  • Available from 70 to 320 kg/m²

  • From 5 mm thickness (up to thickness as required)