Hexlite interior panels are supplied ready for painting and finishing, or with decorative finishes pre-applied. Hexcel manufactures structural adhesives in film form, ideal for bonding metal to metal or composites. We support our customers at every stage, with advice on materials selection and processing methods, training operators who are unfamiliar with composites technology, and providing technical support whenever required. Design Flexibility - The previously inconceivable becomes reality, as trains are designed for maximum performance, with optimum centre of gravity. Weight savings - Enabling very high speeds to be attained, reducing power consumption and acceleration inertia.
Lighter trains require less power, and faster trains provide operational efficiencies.
Composite applications in trains. Hexcel manufactures a range of high performance composite materials, which have been specifically developed to meet the requirements of rolling stock designers. Prepreg driver's cab. Hexcel s low temperature curing prepregs are the most effective composites for the manufacture of large structural components. Honeycomb energy absorbers.