The buildup begins during part production and continues through shipment, installation and finally use. Between manufacture, shipping, installation and time at the dealership, it is nearly impossible to keep every car looking new.

Application and installation guide for comparison data, application guidance, and tips for installation 

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Available in large formats up to 10 feet wide and nearly unlimited lengths, they can help to significantly reduce typical carpentry and installation time and costs.  Avient will also feature its full portfolio of composite materials at the show that can help reduce weight, streamline installation and production, and add strength and functionality to building and construction projects, including:

The buildup begins during part production and continues through shipment, installation and finally use. Between manufacture, shipping, installation and time at the dealership, it is nearly impossible to keep every car looking new.

The length of the liner, coupled with installation speeds of up to 600 meters per hour, enabled a fast repair time.

The length of the liner, coupled with installation speeds of up to 600 meters per hour, enabled a fast repair time.

The length of the liner, coupled with installation speeds of up to 600 meters per hour, enabled a fast repair time.

HAMMERHEAD™ MARINE COMPOSITE PANELS APPLICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION FEATURE BENEFIT Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio Lightweight yet strong structural performance and increased payloads Resistance to UV light, chemicals, moisture degradation and rot Resistance to harsh marine conditions Tough and impact resistant Durability and long product life Dimensionally stable Consistent performance in extreme temperature and humidity fluctuations Strong adhesive properties Easy bonding to various materials FEATURE BENEFIT Ready-to-install Fewer parts & reduced scrap Large format Improved aesthetics with seamless designs Made via continuous-fiber manufacturing process Consistent quality in every panel PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES MANUFACTURING ADVANTAGES Hammerhead™ Marine Composite Panels are made from continuous glass-fiber reinforced thermoplastic face sheets and polyester foam cores. They are engineered to provide simplified installation, long-lasting components, and overall cost reduction for boat manufacturers. Example: Deflection for 24 inch panel = Chart value *[12 / 24] Performance Comparison Hammerhead Panels and Marine Plywood TAB TESTING OF VARIOUS INSTALLATION METHODS Hammerhead™ PETG Laminate Hammerhead™ PETG Laminate BOTTOM PANEL LEG LENGTH BREAK STRENGTH PETG Skins with Plywood Core 1 in/25 mm 1.5 in/38 mm 2 in/51 mm 2400 lbs/1089 kg 2820 lbs/1279 kg 2748 lbs/1246 kg Hammerhead with 5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3) Core Density 2 in 51 mm 665 lbs 302 kg Hammerhead with 7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3) Core Density 2 in 51 mm 881 lbs 400 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density 2 in 51 mm 1084 lbs 492 kg Marine Plywood 2 in 51 mm 770 lbs 349 kg Glass/Epoxy with Plywood Core 2 in 51 mm 1055 lbs 479 kg Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 51 mm 919 lbs 417 kg L-Bracket Installation Hammerhead™ PETG Laminate Hammerhead™ PETG Laminate BOTTOM PANEL LEG LENGTH BREAK STRENGTH PETG Skins with Plywood Core 2 in 51 mm 2375 lbs 1077 kg Marine Plywood 2 in 51 mm 770 lbs 349 kg Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 51 mm 797 lbs 362 kg U-Channel Installation ITW Plexus MA420 adhesive was used in all tab testing installations except where noted.

Compared to other flexible vinyls, Geon BIO materials feature a wider processing window and enhanced thermal stability, which may reduce production costs by improving manufacturing efficiency.