Composite Solutions for the Sports and Recreation Industry

Toray's advanced composite solutions for the sports and recreational industry provide some of the lightest and strongest materials for sporting good applications. Stronger and lighter than metals, more durable than plastics, Toray materials deliver ultimate performance to all athletes.

The advantages of Toray CFRT® composites in sports and recreational products

Composite materials are often used in the manufacturing of sports and recreational products due to their unique combination of properties. These materials are made up of two or more different materials, such as fibers and a resin, that are combined to create a new material with improved characteristics.

One of the main advantages of using composite materials in sports and recreational products is their strength and durability. These materials are able to withstand the high stresses and impacts that are common in many sports, making them ideal for use in items such as bicycle frames, skis, and snowboards. Composite materials are also lightweight, which is important for sports equipment that needs to be portable and easy to handle.

In addition to their strength and durability, composite materials are also resistant to fatigue and corrosion, making them a good choice for products that are used frequently or in harsh environments. They are also resistant to temperature changes, which is important for sports and recreational products that may be used in extreme conditions.


Case study: Air Core Composite™

Inflatable Composites is revolutionizing portable structures using Air Core Composite™ technology. Using Air Core Composite™, they have increased their inflatable paddle boards’ strength to perform like hard boards, yet retained the ability to make them easy to roll up and store.

Air Core Composite™ is a patented carbon fiber reinforced laminate using Toray’s continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composite (CFRT®) Cetex® TC940 (PET) as a base material.

Resources

Toray CFRT® Footwear Brochure

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Toray Performance Materials Corporation USA

Toray Performance Materials Corporation USA
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