Thermoplastics & Composites
In addition to laboratories for testing thermoplastics and composites at Kongsberg and Oslo, we also offer information and advice on the use of these materials.
The thermoplastics field is comprehensive in respect of choice of plastic types in product development, production and finishing. Composites are becoming ever more widespread with low weight, high strength, corrosion resistance and reduced maintenance constituting the most important criteria. We assist with training, information, advice and practical problem solving.
Testing, Thermoplastics & Composites
In connection with product development and damage and raw materials analysis we carry out:
- Mechanical and physical testing (tensile, compression, impact and bending testing)
- Thermal and chemical analysis
- Microscopic examinations
- Non-destructive testing (NDT) of composites
Consultancy
- Materials selection
- Choice of production method
- Materials and product specifications
- Inspection
- Damage prevention and damage analyses
- Environmental questions related to composites
Theoretical & practical training
- Open courses
- Internal courses
- Internet courses
Product development
- Concept studies
- Preparation of prototypes
- Tool construction and commissioning
- Materials selection
- Choice of production methods
- Product design
- Rapid Prototyping
- Simulation of injection moulding processes
- Joining – welding and gluing
- Quality and function checks
Carl-Erik
Mo
Roger
Hagen