Culimeta America, Inc.

United States

Fabrics & TapesFor High Temperature Applications:Examples of standard Applications: Product Bulletins Of Common FabricsWelding curtains and blankets click here: PrductBulletin2025Flexible expansion joints click here: PrductBulletin2025HeatCleanShipbuilding click here: PrductBulletin Grey Silicone-GS-17Pipe coverings click here: PrductBulletin Red Silicone-RS-17Removable insulation covers click here: PrductBulletin Silica Fabric-CuliSilFire protectionProtective clothingAutomotiveFiltration

Basalt Standard FabricsBasalt Standard Fabrics in general can be applied where E-Glass, sometimes S-Glass or Carbon Fabrics can be used, as well. As Basalt is more expensive than E-Glass, but cheaper than Carbon Fibers, typically it finds implementations, more suitable to its particular properties and fills an important gab when it comes to cost-performance ratios.You can find a comparison to E-Glass, S-Glass or other materials by clicking here: Basic Comparison To Other Fibers.Knowing how Basalt compares to other fibers allow to precisely engineer an optimal solution, which could also be in form of a hybrid (combining Basalt with other Fibers made from Glass, Carbon, Kevlar, etc.)An Example of an Engineered FRP. In Fiber Reinforced Products (FRP) the engineer chooses the fiber, based on the desired outcome. E.g. if lighter weight requirements at identical strength to currently used fibers are required or if higher strengths are necessary while staying within the weight specifications.There are other examples relevant to durability, corrosion resistances, break strength, chemical resistances, thermal applications, etc.Our Team will be more than glad to assist or consult with design applications.Standard FabricsMain application markets areGeotextilesThermal applicationsFRP (Fiber Reinforcement Products)Standard offering: Weights: 3.2 ozsyd 28 ozsydWidths: 19 54Length: 26 yd 500 yd

E-Glass YarnsProduct Description: E-Glass fibers are produced in a pultrusion process; by its own weight, the molten glass is conducted through a bushing.A bushing has multiple hundred holes of which each represents the formation of a filament. All filaments combined form a strand of the final yarn.Immediately, when the filament is formed, a seizing needs to be applied in order to keep the filaments flexible, prevent them from breakage and protect them for later to come textile processes. The seizings are also designed for the final application and therefore may consist of ingredients such as Acrylic, Parafin, Silane, Starch-Oil, or other.Besides the choice of the seizing, the End-User also has a choice of various filament diameters and various yarn densities. The choices heavily depend on the final applications and the production steps necessary to develop and produce the desired final end product.Culimeta E-Glass products are in compliance with ASTM D 578-98, Section 4.2.2.Chemical Composition: Al(2)O(3): 13% 15 %SiO(2): 51% 55%CaO: 20% 24%Balance: B(2)O(3), K(2)O, Na(2)OBasic Yarn Types:Yarns unprocessedYarns TwistedYarns TexturizedRovingsYarnsYarns have a very low twist, for protection of the product, Typically they have a lower density and filament diameter.In most cases, they are the raw material for dyeing, texturizing or twisting, Yarns TwistedYarns are twisted, if one or more strands have experienced a pre-defined number of turns inch or turns meter. In most cases, the final twist is in a S-Direction.In order to twist two or more yarns in the final S-twist, they need to be pre-twisted in the opposite direction which is called a Z-Twist; this is to balance out the Yarns recall-effect, the desire to twist back into its original form.Sewing threads have a very high twist, typically in the Z-Direction.The product can be ring-twisted or direct cabled, assembled, or also called false-twisted. Depending on the final application, the End-User can decide for one of those choices.Yarns TexturizedIn brief, one or multiple strands are mechanically bulked by applying compressed air.Usually, texturized yarns increase the insulation values of the final product, or contribute to aesthetics in decorative applications.Please click her for a detailed explanation: Detailed Documentation on Texturized ProductsRovingsRovings normally have higher filament diameters and higher densities than the yarns described above. Typically, they have different seizings, more applicable to reinforcement applications.Nomenclature: The Letter E in E-Glass stands for excellent electrical properties. For this reason, this fiber is widely used in fabrics, tapes, scrims etc, for electrical insulation applications; in many cases, the fabrics, tapes, etc will need to be treated with chemicals in order to further enhance the electrical insulation values.As one of the most widely used, it also is one of the most economical of the Glass-Fiber families, It therefore is also commonly used in thermal applications.The US-Nomenclature e.g. differs from the European Nomenclature.Below is a conversion table to provide an overview and comparison:

Basalt BoardCulimeta America offers also a rigid Board made from Basalt Needlemat. This value added treatment allows the material to be dye-cut or molded into almost any common shape.While the board could be used in almost identical applications as the Basalt Needlefelt is used in, it also allows for additional markets, such as in pipe wrappings, ladles, furnaces, or high temperature insulations, up to approximately 1, 600 degrees F in general.In highly competitive markets, this board can be used in conjunction with insulation materials of lower K-values, at lower cost. In those instances, the board serves as high temperature facing layer, with the purpose in lowering the temperature far enough for the second layer to withstand. In this example, the second layer could be a fiberglass Needlemat. In other instances, there may be even a third and a fourth layer.In order to recommend the best insulation system, it will be required to know exactly about the environment this material will be facing.Applications: OvensKilnsFurnacesWhitewareTransportationRefractory applicationsIn general for application up to 1, 600 degrees F

Basalt Chopped Strand MatBasalt Chopped Strand Mat in general can be applied where E-Glass, sometimes S-Glass or Carbon Fibers can be used, as well. As Basalt is more expensive than E-Glass, but cheaper than Carbon Fibers, typically it finds implementations, more suitable to its particular properties and fills an important gab when it comes to cost-performance ratios.You can find a comparison to E-Glass, S-Glass or other materials by clicking here: Basic Comparison To Other Fibers.Knowing how Basalt compares to other fibers allow to precisely engineer an optimal solution, which could also be in form of a hybrid (combining Basalt with other Fibers made from Glass, Carbon, Kevlar, etc.)An Example of an Engineered FRP. In Fiber Reinforcement Products (FRP) the engineer chooses the fiber, based on the desired outcome. E.g. if lighter weight requirements at identical strength to currently used fibers are required or if higher strengths are necessary while staying within the weight specifications.There are other examples relevant to durability, corrosion resistances, break strength, chemical resistances, thermal applications, etc.Our Team will be more than glad to assist or consult with design applications.Applications: surfboardsboatsvesselspipescontainerspanelsWe offer two standard versions: Style 200: 200 grm(2) or 5.9 ozyd(2), width: 100 cm or 39.4 inch, length: 50 m or 54.57 ydStyle 350: 350 grm(2) or 10.25 oz yd(2), width: 104 cm or 41 inch, length: 104 m or 113.5 yd

Multi-Axial FabricsMulti-Axial Fabrics consists of a numerous amount of layers stitched together.Each single layer may be of a different, individual construction, whereas it can be a woven fabric, a unidirectional fabric or any other version. The choice of materials may be different. E.g. it could be a combination of Glass & Basalt, or Carbon & Kevlar & Glass.In Multi-Axial Fabrics, often the manufacturer takes advantage of positioning the layers of fabric to where the main fiber direction points into a different angle to the previous or the following layer.This allows for optimal utilization of the fiber properties, in most cases the strength requirements.Following graph illustrates one example of a Muli-Axial Fabric:

Silica FabricsProduct Description:Silica fabrics are consisting of special glass fibers with an average filament diameter of approx. 6 micron. They represent a modern product generation that, in any aspect meets with all stringent requirements as to temperature consistency and environmental health standards. Approx. 95% of the Silica glass fibers consist of SiO(2). They are the ideal raw material for the production of fabrics and tapes with very high chemical and physical stability of up to 1, 800 degr. F. As per customers specification these Silica fabrics can be finished with various coatings.Applications: Fire blanketsWelding blanketsRemovable Insulation coversInsulation padsIndustrial and laboratory ovensHousehold and boiler industryHeat and fire protectionSteel IndustryAutomotive IndustryFlexible expansion joints

Basalt Unidirectional FabricsCulimeta America offers Standard fabrics and Unidirectional fabrics made from Basalt fiber.Basalt Fabrics in general can be applied where E-Glass, sometimes S-Glass or Carbon Fabrics can be used, as well. As Basalt is more expensive than E-Glass, but cheaper than Carbon Fibers, typically it finds implementations, more suitable to its particular properties and fills an important gab when it comes to cost-performance ratios.You can find a comparison to E-Glass, S-Glass or other materials by clicking here: Basic Comparison To Other Fibers.Knowing how Basalt compares to other fibers allow to precisely engineer an optimal solution, which could also be in form of a hybrid (combining Basalt with other Fibers made from Glass, Carbon, Kevlar, etc.)An Example of an Engineered FRP. In Fiber Reinforcement Products (FRP) the engineer chooses the fiber, based on the desired outcome. E.g. if lighter weight requirements at identical strength to currently used fibers are required or if higher strengths are necessary while staying within the weight specifications.There are other examples relevant to durability, corrosion resistances, break strength, chemical resistances, thermal applications, etc.Our Team will be more than glad to assist or consult with design applications.Engineers often choose unidirectional fabric when strength mostly in one direction only is required. This then presents a more lightweight and cost attractive solution.Standard offering: Weights: 5.9 ozsyd 8.8 ozsydWidths: 23.6Length: 54.5 yd

Silica MatProduct Description: Silica Needlemats are made from special glass fibers with a filament diameter of 6-9 microns. They represent a modern product generation that, in any aspect, meets with all stringent requirements as to temperature consistency and environmental health standards. Silica glass fibers consist of nearly 95% SiO(2). Because of their low thermal conductivity they are the ideal raw material for the production of flexible insulation mats formed mechanically without the use of chemical bonding agents. These mats keep a very high chemical and physical stability up to 1, 800 degr. F. (For application temperatures not higher than 1, 200 degrees F, we recommend our more cost efficient E-Glass Needlemat). The easy handling of the mats allow the cutting of the material into any desired shape and form.Applications: Industrial ovensChimneysKiln furnacesBoilersSteel IndustryGas exhaust systemsLaboratoriesFire protection

Basalt Mesh FabricsCulimeta offers a Mesh, made from Basalt fiber.As its preferred use is in outdoor applications, it is also considered to be a Geotextile.mesh1 mesh2Following advantages make this product superior over an E-Glass Mesh: Ecologically safeWithstands very high temperature of molten asphaltVery high strength and durabilityAlkali-resistant and chemically inertCorrosion-resistantWill not damage tires if exposed to road surface2.7 times lighter than metallic mesh, for easier handling and reduced transport costsUp to 47% increase in asphalt surface life on roads and highways.Basalt Geo-Mesh is also ideal for soil and embankment stabilization and land-fill coverings, due to its high strength and environmental and ecological safety.We offer meshes with and without resin coatings.Our mesh comes with following configuration:5mm x 5mm (14 x 14) squares10mm x 10 mm (38 x 38) squares25mm x 25 mm (1 x 1) squares50mm x 50 mm (2 x 2) squares

BasaltCulimeta America offers Basalt Fibers and products made thereof.From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, further information about the basalt and its unique properties: Basalt fiber is a material made from extremely fine fibers of basalt, which is composed of the minerals plagioclase, pyroxene, and olivine. It is similar to carbon fiber and fiberglass, having better physical properties than fiberglass, but being significantly cheaper than carbon fiber. It is used as a fireproof textile in the aerospace and automotive industries and can also be used as a composite to produce products such as camera tripods.Basalt fiber is made from a single material, crushed basalt, from a carefully chosen quarry source and unlike other materials such as glass fiber, essentially no materials are added. The basalt is simply washed and then melted.The manufacture of basalt fiber requires the melting of the quarried basalt rock at about 1, 400 C (2, 550 F). The molten rock is then extruded through small nozzles to produce continuous filaments of basalt fiber.There are three main manufacturing techniques, which arecentrifugal-blowing, centrifugal-multi roll anddie-blowingThe fibers typically have a filament diameter of between 9 and 13 m which is far enough above the respiratory limit of 5 m to make basalt fiber a suitable replacement for asbestos. They also have a high elastic modulus, resulting in excellent specific tenacitythree times that of steel.

E-Glass Needlemat (Culi-Mat)MADE IN USAProduct Description:Culi-Mats are comprised of mechanically bound E-Glass filaments, needled into 6, 9 or 12 pcf density. A n average 9-micron fiber diameter is used, which means our fibers are irrespirable.Culi-Mats offer exceptional thermal and acoustical properties. With thermal properties withstanding continuous operating temperatures of up to 1, 000 F or 540 C, our mats are a viable option for many applications.Culi-Mats are in complicance with following specifications:MIL-1-16411 Type II, ASTM-C-1086Coast Guard Spec for incombustible Materials # 164.009 and MIL-1-24244Click here: More details on how the Needlemat is producedClick here: Prduct BulletinClick here: MSDS Fiberglass