SMC/BMC
MgO thickenable VE resin for structural SMC applications
Beyone™ 819-N-01 is a modified Vinyl ester resin for structural SMC applications
Modified solution of polystyrene in styrene, for low shrink applications
Low viscous solution of PVAC in styrene for Class A applications
Palapreg® H 1080-01 is a solution of PVAc in styrene, used as Low Profile additive
Unsaturated polyester resin used for toughening SMC formulations
Pure maleic unsaturated polyester resin for Low Shrinkage applications
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Contact UsOrthophthalic resin for Low Shrink SMC and BMC
Unsaturated pure Maleic polyester resin in styrene, for SMC and BMC
Unsaturated Orthophthalic polyester resin in styrene, for SMC and BMC
Resin used for making low smoke Fire Retardant components through Pultrusion and SMC
For making parts in larger production series (500 to 100,000 parts per year) material solutions based on SMC (Sheet Molding Compound) and BMC (Bulk Molding Compound) are frequently used, as they can be easily molded into unique shapes and have a capability to be made with high dimensional accuracy. Also, they bring light weight compared to steel, aluminum, and stone, can resist heat (thermal insulation, dimensional stability), and provide great strength, stiffness, mechanical integrity, better than what is possible with thermoplastics.
SMC and BMC are mixtures of formulation, fillers and reinforcement, processed in heated mold to form a cured component. SMC is a sheet consisting of uncured formulation reinforced with glass fibers, which is laid into the mold and compression molded. BMC is a bulk mixture of uncured formulation reinforced with glass fibers, which is injected into the mold.
SMC has longer fiber length than BMC and a higher fiber content, resulting in greater flexural strength and tensile strength. SMC is used for larger flat parts, components with higher structural requirements, and parts that need good cosmetics. Parts where SMC is used include automotive body panels, building façade panels, deck lids, and electrical cabinetry.
Because of the shorter fiber length and lower fiber content, BMC can be injection molded and fill finer cavities and thinner parts. The higher filler content results in a smoother surface. Application examples include car headlamp reflectors, appliance components (iron heat shields, coffee machine parts, fuse switches, oven handles), and car engine throttle bodies.
AOC Products
The Palapreg® formulations supplied by AOC have set the industry standard in SMC and BMC already for many years. Used by our customers as key ingredients in SMC and BMC formulations, they find their way in many applications in Transportation, Electrical, and Building & Infrastructure.
Depending on the required mechanical properties, density, surface quality, solutions are available in Vinyl Ester, Orthophthalic and Maleic chemistries.
AOC is the leading supplier of high quality Low Profile Additive (LPA) systems, which provide the right solutions for achieving superior surface smoothness, low shrinkage, and full part pigment-ability. Being at the forefront of technology development in SMC and BMC, AOC provides innovative material solutions like Styrene-free formulations for reduced odor and smell, special formulation systems for low interior emissions, low density formulations for reduced part weight, and formulations that bring great strength and stiffness in combination with carbon fibers.
AOC has two R&D centers supporting customers in SMC applications, one based in Zwolle (Netherlands) and one in Nanjing (China), with state-of-the-art equipment and support facilities.
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For an overview of our key products, please consult the Product Selector on this web site, or download the AOC Product Selector Guide.
Please read Blogs on SMC Design, Carbon composites, news on SMC BMC Design Award (editions: 2017, 2019), and case study Mercedes Roadster (describing close collaboration Daimler, Menzolit and AOC).