Composite Transport Products & Supplies

Manufacturers in the transportation industry, such as air, rail, and bus use composite transportation materials for multiple reasons, including fuel efficiency and better interiors. The many benefits of durable and lightweight composites help transport manufacturers enhance performance and produce high-strength components.
Composite materials are highly versatile. They can be used as surface layers, body sections, sandwich elements, for walls, roofing and flooring and as internal elements. Such applications lead to lighter weight, resulting in better fuel economy, lower CO2 emissions and higher load capacity. By employing composites, it is possible to reduce body weight by up to an estimated 40% compared to steel and 15% for aluminum. 

For the refrigerated transport industry, composites have further benefits. They allow for trailers and compartments to be constructed in a manner that reduces thermal bridging. As fuel prices continue to rise, the cost of cooling goods during transportation increases. Using the most efficient materials in a fleet or unit can help reduce these costs.

Furthermore, composites resist chemical agents, including salt-laden environments and acid rain. Traditional materials suffer in these conditions. This results in lower maintenance and repair costs. Impact tolerance also helps reduce costs as the material can be reformed after collisions. Other benefits include improved safety due to low electrical conductivity and efficient fire retardants.

Tricel has over 60 years of industry leading experience within the composite transportation materials sector.  With 12 manufacturing and distribution locations throughout Europe, we supply materials to over 50 countries.

Our technical sales representatives help manufacturers choose the right products and build a more efficient transportation industry.