Pressed Panel
Components
BioComposites Group Inc. (BCG) is able to provide pressed panel components in addition to fibre mat substrates. By utilizing a compression molding hydraulic press BCG can produce components for a wide range of applications such as: automotive door panels, furniture components, small packaging containers, residential door skins, and recreational/leisure products.
HOW DOES IT WORK
Compression Molding Process
To produce a pressed panel “matched” molds are first loaded with the fibre mat substrate before they are closed. Pressure is then applied to force the fibre mat material into contact with all the mold areas. This pressure is maintained until the resin or other bonding agent in the fibre mat material has cured.
Fibre mat substrates, which have been engineered with a thermosetting resin system, require heat as well as pressure in the compression molding process to cure the resin. Alternatively, when using fibre mat substrates which have been engineered with a thermoplastic resin system the mat is pre-heated to melt the bonding agent prior to placing it into the open mold cavity. The mold is then cooled under pressure to remove the heat from the fibre substrate.
Compression Molding Process
Fibre mat substrates engineered with a thermosetting resin system require heat as well as pressure to cure the resin. Alternatively, substrates with a thermoplastic resin system are pre-heated to melt the bonding agent before being placed into the mold cavity, then cooled under pressure.
Step 1
Mold Loading
Hemp’s natural fiber structure delivers superior tensile strength that outperforms straw and rivals synthetic options.
Step 2
Pressure Application
Molds are closed and pressure forces material into all mold areas
Step 3
Curing / Cooling
Thermosetting resins cure with heat; thermoplastic resins cool under pressure
WHY CHOOSE BCG
Performance Meets Sustainability
As the automotive industry moves toward greener technologies and carbon footprint reduction, natural fibre composites offer a proven alternative to oil-based plastics and glass fiber.
Light-weighting
Hemp composites are 25-30% lighter than conventional materials, improving fuel efficiency and reducing overall vehicle weight.
Sustainable Materials
Bio-based materials that reduce environmental impact by 20-25% through the components' lifecycle.
Custom Formulations
Our unique ability to blend different fibres together allows customization for any application, including blends of natural and synthetic fibres.
Faster Production
NFPP compression technology enables faster production with its one-step compression and covering process.
Strategic Location Advantage
BioComposites Group is strategically located to leverage strong relationships with supply partners in both the wood fibre and agricultural fibre sectors
- Access to local wood fibre supply partners
- Agricultural fibre sector partnerships
- Flexible natural/synthetic fibre blending
- North American manufacturing & supply chain
APPLICATIONS
Wide Range of Uses
Our compression molding capabilities serve diverse industries with custom-engineered components.
Automotive Door Panels
Lightweight, durable panels for vehicle interiors
Furniture Components
Sustainable pressed parts for modern furniture
Packaging Containers
Eco-friendly small packaging solutions
Residential Door Skins
High-quality natural fibre door facings
Recreational Products
Components for leisure and sporting goods
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Sustainable Components?
Contact our team to discuss your pressed panel component requirements and discover how our compression molding capabilities can serve your application.