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Alba Refit: Toward the 1001VelaCup Foil with Mascherpa Beardow AdamsComposite materialsDiatexHuntsmanMarineNextResin systems for compositesSaertex

Alba Refit: Toward the 1001VelaCup Foil with Mascherpa

Key Points of the Alba Refit Alba is being modified to participate in the 1001VelaCup Foil with a partially foiling configuration. The failure of the previous rudder led to a rethinking of the structural configuration of the component. For the new rudder, SAERTEX unidirectional carbon fiber is used, orientable according…
Mascherpa
September 17, 2026
Industrial silicone oil: properties, advantages, and applications Automotive IndustryEnergyGeneral industryOilsSpecial lubricantsxiameter

Industrial silicone oil: properties, advantages, and applications

Key points of industrial silicone oil Industrial silicone oil is a synthetic fluid belonging to the polysiloxane family. One of the most common types is PDMS-based. Silicone oil offers thermal stability, dielectric properties, and oxidation stability. It can be used for lubrication, insulation, and release. The choice of a silicone…
Mascherpa
September 8, 2026
H.B. Fuller marine bonding solutions used by the Revel Sailing Team Beardow AdamsIndustrial AdhesivesMarineMS adhesive sealantsNextPolyurethane sealant adhesives

H.B. Fuller marine bonding solutions used by the Revel Sailing Team

Key points on H.B. Fuller marine bonding solutions Marine bonding requires solutions tailored to the application and operating conditions. In Revel Sailing Team projects, H.B. Fuller solutions address concrete technical needs on the vessels. Körapop 954 Marine is used for inspection hatches and deck equipment. Körapur 928 Marine maintains the…
Mascherpa
September 4, 2026
sistemi di resina per compositi
Epoxy systems for composites: processes and applications Aerospace and DefenseAralditeAutomotive IndustryComposite materialsMarineResin systems for composites

Epoxy systems for composites: processes and applications

Key points on epoxy systems for composites The choice of epoxy systems must start from the production process and the performance required of the component. Resin and hardener form a system: by changing the combination, workability, viscosity, reactivity, and Tg can vary. Pot life, gel time, viscosity, cure cycle and…
Mascherpa
August 31, 2026
grassi per cuscinetti ARCANOL
ARCANOL bearing pastes and greases in industrial maintenance ARCANOLAssembly and break-inBearingsFatsHeavy industry and steel millsPastesSpecial lubricants

ARCANOL bearing pastes and greases in industrial maintenance

Key points about ARCANOL lubricating greases The choice of lubricating grease for bearings must consider load, speed, temperature, vibrations, humidity, and operating conditions. Proper bearing lubrication helps limit friction and wear and protects bearing reliability. ARCANOL offers different formulations for specific operating conditions, avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach to lubrication. MULTITOP,…
Mascherpa
August 28, 2026
Lubrificanti speciali per la difesa MOLYKOTE®
MOLYKOTE® Special Lubricants for Defense Aerospace and DefenseAnti Friction coatingMolykoteSpecial lubricants

MOLYKOTE® Special Lubricants for Defense

Key Points on MOLYKOTE® Special Lubricants for Defense Dry-film special lubricants for defense protect military components where conventional oils and greases are not suitable. Anti-friction coatings reduce friction, wear, seizing, and corrosion even under severe operating conditions. MOLYKOTE® 3400A AERO is suitable for aerospace applications requiring heat curing and fluid…
Mascherpa
August 12, 2026
processo di pultrusione
Composite pultrusion process: resins and reinforcements AralditeComposite materialsDiatexpeel plyReinforcement Fabrics and Pre-PregsResin systems for compositesSaertex

Composite pultrusion process: resins and reinforcements

Key points of the composite material pultrusion process The pultrusion of composite materials is a continuous process based on pulling impregnated reinforcements through a heated die. The main stages include feeding of reinforcements, impregnation, forming, polymerization, and pulling. Viscosity, pot life, gel time, and glass transition temperature are central parameters…
Mascherpa
August 5, 2026
Guarnizioni-siliconiche
Industrial silicone gaskets: guide and advantages Automotive IndustryDowsilElectronic protectionElectronicsHome appliancesLighting

Industrial silicone gaskets: guide and advantages

Key points about silicone gaskets Silicone gaskets protect components from fluids, moisture, dust, and weathering. FIPFG technology allows the silicone gasket to be created directly on the part. Integrated silicone gaskets can replace preformed, die-cut gaskets, O-rings, and cords. Automated application reduces part numbers, stock, manual operations, and production times.…
Mascherpa
July 29, 2026
igillanti per pavimenti ferroviari”
Railway car floor sealing and bonding Beardow AdamsExpertIndustrial AdhesivesKörapop™Körapur™Polyurethane adhesivesTrains and railwaysTransportation

Railway car floor sealing and bonding

Key points on railway car floor bonding The maintenance and refurbishment of a railway car floor require materials suited to different functions. The solution involves bonding the linoleum to a plywood panel and sealing the perimeter. Korapur® 672/80-TH650 ensures the bonding of the flooring. Körapop™ 240 is a perfect product…
Mascherpa
July 14, 2026