SMC (Sheet Moulding Compound) is the benchmark thermoset composite for technical parts in series: it insulates, does not corrode, keeps its shape, and its cost per part improves as volume grows. We process it on 7 presses from 150 to 1,250 t, from mould to finished part.
Sensor-equipped presses (temperature and hydraulic pressure curves) and unit traceability linking raw-material batch, press and final part.
General-purpose SMC, UL94 V-0 self-extinguishing grades, structural grades with 55% glass fibre and flame-retardant grades classified to EN 45545-2 for rail.
Dielectric strength of 16 kV/mm, CTI 600 and 960 °C glow-wire resistance in our reference grade for electrical applications.
It does not rust and needs no anti-corrosion treatment. If the part needs a Class A finish, we paint it inside the mould (PIMC).
Moulds up to 24 t with a dedicated store, 2×10 t and 1×5 t overhead cranes, and our own or customer moulds.
5,500 m² plant in Arrigorriaga (Bilbao, Spain), 25 min from the Port of Bilbao and 20 min from the airport, with 2 fast loading docks.
| Grade | Reinforcement | Flexural | Tensile | Fire / electrical |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical (H154) | 30% glass | ≥ 190 MPa | ≥ 95 MPa | UL94 V-0 @ 3 mm · glow wire 960 °C · CTI 600 · 16 kV/mm |
| Structural (FG3375-55) | 55% glass | ≥ 290 MPa | ≥ 180 MPa | UL94 V-0 @ 1.2 mm |
| Flame-retardant rail (N158) | Glass + aluminium trihydroxide | — | — | EN 45545-2: R1, R2, R3, R6, R7, R17 up to HL3 |
| CSMC (EK08-5750) | 57% carbon | ≥ 420 MPa | ≥ 370 MPa | See CSMC → |
Minimum or indicative values from the material manufacturer’s datasheets (Astar) and EN 45545-2:2013 classification report from an ENAC-accredited laboratory (GAIKER, 2015). Final part properties depend on design and process: each quotation includes the datasheet of the proposed grade.
Tooling cost is amortised over volume, so SMC is especially competitive in medium and long series. For short runs or prototypes we assess alternatives and show you the figures in the quotation.
With 7 presses of different tonnage we allocate production according to each mould and cycle time. Share your annual forecast and delivery schedule and we will plan it with you.
Yes: our own and customer moulds, with a dedicated mould store separate from production, and mould maintenance.
Depending on the grade, SMC is supplied in different RAL colours (for example 7035, 9001 or 9002). For a Class A finish, in-mould painting (PIMC).
Send us the drawing, annual volume and requirements (electrical, fire, finish): we will propose grade, process and price per series.