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Goonvean Fibres acquires Goonvean Core Engineering

04 Oct

Goonvean Fibres has acquired the business and assets of Core Engineering and is proud to add the services of the new business ‘Goonvean Core Engineering Ltd’ to its business portfolio. As a result of this acquisition, Core Engineering become the newest member of the Goonvean Group. As a privately owned investment company, the Goonvean Group’s

We’re Attending ELBC 2024!

26 Jul

In September we’re heading to Milan for ELBC 2024, the leading lead battery innovation conference! Organised by the International Lead Association and the Consortium for Battery Innovation, this is the place to be for cutting-edge research and networking opportunities. Head to stand 65 and say hello to Will, Christian and James.

Childrens Hospice South West

14 Mar

Thank you to Childrens Hospice South West for inviting us to Little Bridge House for the re-launch of their Business Club and to see the amazing work you provide for families with children who have life-limiting or life-threatening condition. Our Sales Manager and Charity Champion Will Hartley was joined by colleagues from the Goonvean Group

Goonvean Fibres Awarded ISO Award as We Commit to a Greener Future

16 Dec

The team at Goonvean Fibres are delighted to announce we’ve been awarded an ISO 14001:2015 certification, providing further value for the environment and our organisation. Our team has always been committed to a greener and more sustainable future, and we believe strongly in giving something back. We’re proud to say we are green and sustainable

The Benefits of Using Micronized Polyester in SBR Elastomer Applications

21 Nov

Fibres have been used to improve the properties of rubber for a long time. Fibres also act as a cost-effective replacement for expensive components, such as carbon black. In this blog, we look at a specific fibre that we manufacture, PE60 polyester fibre, and how adding it to a standard Styrene Butadiene formulation can be

The Power of Self-Levelling Flooring

04 Nov

Self-levelling flooring screeds are an essential component to form a level surface so that tiles, stone, and wood floorings can be evenly applied. Screeds are often used as a finishing product on top of hard/concrete bases and can also be used to encase underfloor heating pipes. In this blog, we look at the power of

Reinforced Plastics: Using Nylon Fibres to Enhance Strength

02 Nov

Nylon is one of the most used polymers for fibre manufacturing for several applications, including refractory, sealants, casting, and plastics. We have been working with various industries for years that use nylon due to its beneficial properties. In this blog, we specifically look at how nylon fibres are used to enhance strength and reinforce plastics,

Using Intumescent Paints and Coatings to Improve Heat Resistance

22 Sep

Intumescent materials are core components of passive fire protection. They are often used in paints and coatings to improve heat resistance and several other properties. Goonvean Fibres has a strong relationship with specialist paint manufacturers and has produced a wide selection of raw materials for paint formulations and high-performance coatings for many years. Our paint and

Short-cut Polyester in Paper Applications

08 Sep

Fibres are used by a variety of industries for reinforcement, specifically polyester fibres. In paper applications, adding synthetic fibres improves the paper’s properties, primarily vastly improving the wet strength of the paper, allowing it to be used in wet or high-moisture environments without disintegrating. Other physical benefits are also seen including tear strength and drape

How We Master Concrete Reinforcement & Refractory

02 Aug

Goonvean Fibres are reputable for mastering concrete reinforcement and refractory using quality fibres as ingredients. Fibres help improve the durability, strength, and performance of concrete and are typically known in the construction industry as FRC (fibre-reinforced concrete). Concrete is one of the toughest construction materials that is found almost everywhere, on driveways, pavements, and