Fibres
Natural fibres
Flax, hemp, jute, sisal and other plant fibres offer low density, useful damping and reduced embodied impact for suitable semi-structural applications.
In simple terms
Flax, hemp, jute, sisal and other plant fibres offer low density, useful damping and reduced embodied impact for suitable semi-structural applications.
Interior panels, covers, sporting goods, furniture and structures where damping, appearance or renewable content matters.
Moisture uptake, batch variability, fibre curvature, lower process temperature and biological origin require controlled conditioning and realistic allowables.
Automotive interiors, consumer products, boards, acoustic panels, sport and hybrid glass/natural laminates.
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