Rockwood Defence
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Rockwood Defence
Rockwood Defence Ltd., a key member of The Rockwood Group manufactures and supplies defence-related composite components and assemblies which are crucial in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of our military forces. These advanced materials offer superior strength-to-weight ratios, enhancing the performance and durability of military equipment.
From aerodynamic stabilising fins and missile wing assemblies to ballistic helmets and UAV airframe components, composites provide essential protection and operational efficiency. Their ability to withstand extreme conditions and reduce the overall weight of military hardware allows for greater mobility and resilience in the field.
By integrating these high-performance composites, we can ensure that our military personnel are equipped with reliable and cutting-edge technology, ultimately contributing to the security and defence of our country.
Our team excels in Design for Manufacture, ensuring minimized tooling costs, maximized quality, and reduced defence components cost 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
- Customer Support in Composite Engineering: Detailed defence components design with a ‘Design for Manufacture’ focus and comprehensive FEA simulation.
- Tool Design and In-House Manufacture: Ensuring precision and quality in every project.
- Composite Moulding in a Range of Pre-Preg Materials: Utilizing advanced materials for superior performance.
- Machining and Inspection: Ensuring reliability and excellence in every component.
- System Assembly and Testing: Delivering fully integrated solutions.
Defence Applications
- Aerodynamic stabilising fins and launch tubes
- Air to ground missile wing assemblies
- EMC shielded composite enclosures
- Military aircraft wing tip structure
- Military surveillance camera yokes
- Surface to air missile launch pods
- Ballistic military helmets
- Bomb fuse encapsulation
- UAV airframe components
Rockwood Defence is dedicated to providing innovative and reliable composite solutions for the defence sector, ensuring excellence in every project.