Transport

Composites play a crucial role in the transportation industry, whether in rail vehicle construction, the commercial vehicle sector or shipbuilding. They not only enable a reduction in weight, but also greater efficiency, improved performance and increased payload capacity. By using lightweight solutions, means of transportation can be operated more energy-efficiently, leading to a reduction in fuel consumption and emissions.

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Rail Vehicles

Our composites comply with the European standard EN 45545-2:2016 for rail vehicles and combine fire protection and lightweight construction. With various construction methods and manufacturing processes, we offer maximum design freedom and manufacture complex structures from <1 to 15 meters. Flexible mold halves enable the production of composites with undercuts in high quality. Lightweight construction in rail vehicles is crucial for carrying more passengers or offering passengers more comfort while saving energy.

  • EN 45545-2
  • Shape-related designs (integral, modular, differential)
  • Depending on application (i.e. addition of lacquer, decor or coverings) HL1/HL2/HL3
  • Material-related construction methods (laminate, sandwich, hybrid)
  • Cladding elements, structural components, load-bearing components
  • Cost savings through reduction of drive energy

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UTILITY VEHICLES

At SMT, we offer fiber composite structures with maximum design freedom, without restrictions on material or manufacturing technology. Our expertise in fire-protected fiber composite materials enables the production of composites for extreme situations, such as firefighting vehicles. High-quality manufacturing achieves an elastic deformation limit of over 55%, ideal for protection against hail, collisions or stone chipping. The RTM-light process enables precise component contours, particularly important for components close to the engine compartment. From prototypes to series production, we offer fast customization and the highest quality.

  • Precise contour of the component on both sides
  • Functional integration through separating layersIdeal as a replacement part with improved properties
  • Ideal als Ersatzteil mit verbesserten Eigenschaften
  • SMT sandwich composites absorb energy in the event of a crash
  • Addition of flame-retardant materials
  • Ideal as protective cladding

FIRE PROTECTION AND LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION IN SHIPBUILDING

BOAT SHIPBUILDING

At SMT, we combine fire protection and lightweight construction in our composites for shipbuilding. With non-flammable, self-extinguishing and halogen-free systems, we meet the strict requirements of the shipping industry. Clever lightweight construction concepts save weight and enable larger units as well as more freedom of movement in shallow waters. Our fiber composite structures offer maximum design freedom and cost-effectiveness thanks to a wide range of materials and production technologies.

  • IMO RES. A 653 (16) FTP Code MSC 61 (67), Annex 1 Part 2 and Part 5 passed
  • Lightweight construction and material
  • Gain in freedom of movement in shallow water by reducing the immersion depth
  • We process a large part of the available
  • range of materials available
  • Cladding elements, structural components, load-bearing components
  • With high economic efficiency

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