Evolution And Application Of High Strength Fibres: Part 2

The surface treatment chemistry of glass fibre follows the necessary product function. Textile size chemistries based on starch or polyvinyl alcohol film formers are capable in weaving, braiding, or knitting processes. Typically, the weaver then scours or heat cleans the glass fabric and applies a finish compatible with the end product. Nonwoven size chemistries often include dispersants compatible with white water chemistry for wet formed mats or additives compatible with dry or wet binder chemistry for dry formed mats. This paper looks at glass fibre surface coating size chemistry, and also S-2 glass fibre unidirectional epoxy composite properties.