Berglund goes on to say: “Well recognized independent consulting Powertech Labs Inc. Canada did not detect any loss of gas via permeation in our newly developed Gastank™ 32, CNG tank with 32 litre capacity. This unprecedented result makes our lightweight, zero permeation composite CNG tanks a benchmark within the composite cylinder manufacturing industry.”
Eric Debondue, Business Development Leader at 3B added: “3B’s unique HiPer-tex™ glass formulation delivers a high level of performance in composite parts such as windblades, ballistic armour and high pressure vessels or pipes while ensuring sustainable economics. We are very proud at 3B to partner with GASTANK Sweden AB and DSM to develop an extremely reliable and durable CNG tank thanks to the high mechanical, fatigue and corrosion resistant properties of HiPer-tex™ fibre as well as the unique high barrier properties of Akulon® Fuel Lock.”
Tim Vorage, Application Development Manager at DSM, adds: ”Our newly developed cost effective Akulon® Fuel Lock not only shows a permeation factor at least 150 times lower than high density polyethelyne (HDPE), it also significantly limits creep under extreme temperatures at the cylinder’s neck thanks to a 50°C higher temperature resistance than HDPE. In addition, the ability to withstand higher temperatures allows a faster curing time of the composite material.”
