en.Wedoany.com Reported - Saudi chemical company Sabic has launched Ultem SU3102P reactive oligomer, a toughening agent for thermoset composites that enhances the performance of primary and secondary aerospace structures, including wings, fuselage frames, spoilers, and interior components. The product won a Gold Edison Award in 2026 and addresses capacity and efficiency challenges posed by global air traffic growth.
Sergi Monros, Vice President of Sabic's Polymer Specialties business, stated: "As global air traffic increases, the industry faces pressure to enhance production capacity and throughput while meeting cost, safety, and sustainability goals. This new oligomer helps design lighter, thinner, and tougher composite structures, improving manufacturing efficiency and reducing emissions."
The uniqueness of Ultem SU3102P oligomer lies in its weight loading capability of up to 50%, far exceeding the current industry standard of 7% to 12% for reactive polyethersulfone (rPES). Compared to rPES, this oligomer improves the toughness-stiffness balance by approximately 140%, helping composites resist impact damage, reducing maintenance costs, and enhancing aerospace safety. Furthermore, its low formulation viscosity supports efficient processing, potentially increasing prepreg productivity and energy efficiency by about 30% without requiring equipment upgrades.
This material possesses the high strength, flame retardancy, heat and chemical resistance, and low coefficient of thermal expansion required for aerospace applications. It is now available globally in samples and commercial quantities, allowing manufacturers to quickly evaluate and apply it.
Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Sabic is a global diversified chemical company with operations covering the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region.
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