Industry Insights
Technical guides, market intelligence and product comparisons to support better sourcing decisions
Technical Guides
In-depth guides on resin chemistry, process selection, and composite manufacturing best practices.
Post-Cure Cycles for Structural Epoxy Composites: When and Why
A technical guide to when post-cure is required, how it advances Tg and degree of cure, and how to design a safe ramp–dwell–cool cycle.
Gel Time and Pot Life in UPR Systems: What Affects Them
Understand the key factors controlling gel time and pot life in UPR systems — from initiator and accelerator levels to temperature, inhibitors, and fillers.
Gelcoat Application: Avoiding Air Bubbles, Pinholes, and Fish-eyes
Practical controls for gelcoat defects — viscosity, spray technique, mold prep, and contamination — to deliver Class-A composite surfaces.
Market Intelligence
Pricing trends, supply chain analysis, and demand outlook for composite chemicals markets.
MEKP Peroxide Market: Availability and Pricing Dynamics in Asia
Asian MEKP supply has stabilized in 2026; AO 9% spot prices now sit at USD 1,950–2,250/MT FOB Shanghai amid feedstock and freight relief.
Wind Energy Composites: Material Demand Forecast Through 2028
Annual wind composite demand will exceed 1.6 million tonnes by 2028 as offshore capacity triples — here is what procurement teams need to plan for.
BPA Regulations and Their Impact on Epoxy Composite Systems
Tightening BPA rules in the EU, US, and China are reshaping epoxy composite supply chains. Procurement teams face reformulation pressure and rising costs.
Product Comparisons
Head-to-head comparisons to help you choose the right chemical system for your application.
Vinyl Ester vs Isophthalic UPR for Chemical and Corrosion Resistance
Vinyl ester resists strong acids and solvents far better than isophthalic UPR, but costs 2-3x more. Here's how to choose for your corrosion environment.
Semi-Permanent vs Wax Release Agent: When to Use Each
Compare semi-permanent and wax release agents for composite molding — coverage, release count, surface finish, and cost trade-offs to pick the right system.
Primary vs Secondary Amine Curing Agents: Properties and Selection
Primary amines cure faster with higher crosslink density; secondary amines offer longer pot life and improved toughness. Selection depends on cure schedule and end-use.