Rockwood Cryogenics
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Rockwood Cryogenics
Rockwood Cryogenics Ltd., a proud member of The Rockwood Group, specializes in delivering advanced cryogenic composite solutions. Leveraging the extensive engineering and manufacturing expertise of our parent company, Rockwood Composites Ltd., and its subsidiaries—Rockwood Aerospace and Rockwood Defence, we provide cost-effective, high-quality solutions to technically demanding problems, adhering to stringent EN 9100 standards.
Cryogenic composite applications are revolutionizing the energy sector, particularly in the realms of fusion and sustainable energy production. These advanced materials are designed to perform under extremely low temperatures, making them ideal for use in cryogenic fuel tanks, superconducting magnets, and insulation systems essential for fusion reactors. By leveraging the unique properties of cryogenic composites, we at Rockwood Cryogenics can enhance the efficiency and reliability of energy systems
Our team excels in Design for Manufacture, ensuring minimized tooling costs, maximized quality, and reduced component costs and lead times. With a broad-based in-house design and engineering capability, we offer innovative product and manufacturing solutions for a variety of composite applications.
Our Expertise
At Rockwood Cryogenics, we focus on supplying cryogenic-specific systems tailored to your unique requirements. Our services include:
- Customer Support in Composite Engineering: Detailed component design support with a ‘Design for Manufacture’ focus and comprehensive FEA simulation.
- Tool Design and In-House Manufacture: Ensuring precision and quality in every project.
- Pre-Preg Composite Moulding: Utilizing advanced materials for superior performance.
- Component Machining, Inspection, System Assembly, and Testing: Ensuring reliability and excellence in every component.
Cryogenic Applications
Below are examples of historic cryogenic applications Rockwood Cryo have supplied:
- Partial Insulation R&D services
- Radial and axial suspension systems
- Thermal shield suspension systems
- Carbon and glass fibre hanging bands
- Shim switch systems
- Electrical and thermal insulation systems
- Composite encapsulation of 5N alloy for thermal pathways
- Composite encapsulation of polyimide films
- Kapton encapsulation
- Combined compression and tension suspension struts
Our commitment to innovation, Research and Development makes Rockwood Cryogenics a trusted partner for clients seeking reliable and high-performance cryogenic composite solutions.