Synthetic Fibres and Powders
Below is a list of key raw materials we offer and associated benefits. However this list is not an exhaustive list of materials we manufacture, so if you require synthetic fibres and powders not shown below please do contact us directly.
We also offer combinations of the following materials in the form of bi-components & composites, again if this is something you require, please contact us directly.
Acrylic
Versatile and durable, acrylic is used in a number of applications. Characteristics include rigidity, resistance to most solvents and chemicals, resistance to heat and burning, and impermeability to gases.
Modacrylic
Modacrylic fibres are soft, strong, and resilient that are often used to manufacture personal protective equipment (PPE) and filters. Characteristics include high environmental resistance, flame retardancy, low density, softness, good dispersion, and outstanding resistance to chemicals and solvents.
Aramid
Aramid fibres are strong, heat-resistant fibres that are commonly used in military and industrial applications. Benefits include extremely high strength, durability, resistance to solvents and chemicals, and low flammability.
Nylon
Nylon is an extremely common material which can be added to a wide range of products. Characteristics include durability, sunlight and sun damage resistance, high melting point, good elasticity and elastic recovery, and softness.
Polyester
Polyester fibres and powders are commonly used either as the primary material in a product or as an addition to increase performance. Benefits include high strength, resistance to stretching and shrinkage, stain resistance, and invulnerability to most chemicals, acids, and alkalis.
Polyethylene
Polyethylene, or PE, is a wear resistant plastic used in a wide range of applications. Characteristics include flexibility, high impact strength, resistance to chemicals and solvents, and zero water absorption.
Polypropylene
Polypropylene, or PP, is used in a wide variety of applications due to its toughness, versatility, and resistance to heat and chemicals. Other benefits include flexibility, fatigue resistance, and low density.
Polyolefin Bicomponent
Polyolefins are a type of polymer, primarily Polypropylene (PP) & Polyethylene (PE). They are typically low melt materials with good chemical resistance. Goonvean Fibres offer a bicomponent material, consisting of both PE & PP, the difference in melting point of the polymers allows the material to act as both a mechanical binder (between the substrate and the fibre) and a reinforcement additive when processed at the critical temperature range (melting the low melt PE) and leaving the higher melting PP intact.
