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APPLICATIONS OF
ARAMID FABRICS
Aerospace
Hexcel manufactures aramid fabrics for use in aerospace
applications. Aramid fabrics are used in aerospace
ducting where low weight and strength are important.
They are also used for secondary structures and
containment cases where impact resistance is key.
Marine, Tooling and Recreational Products
Hexcel’s aramid fabrics, exhibiting the properties of
high strength and durability, are used in the recreational
industry in a variety of applications ranging from boating
to skiing. The market for recreational products is a
dynamic market driven by strength, durability, clarity and
cost. Hexcel’s products are used in the manufacture of
kayaks, boats, hydroplanes, canoes and a wide range
of other recreational products where strength and low
weight are essential.
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