Kiri in Composite Manufacturing
As a high-performance core material, Kiri is now being introduced in sectors such as aerospace, marine, and automotive manufacturing. Its strength-to-weight ratio makes it a prime candidate to replace heavier, and/or less sustainable materials while maintaining performance and durability.
A Global and Sustainable Solution
Kiri grows worldwide and is increasingly cultivated for its environmental benefits. With rapid growth and the ability to grow in diverse climates, Kiri is a renewable resource that supports sustainability efforts, ensuring a consistent and eco-friendly supply chain for industries using wood-based core materials.
A Substitute for Traditional Woods
Kiri is an excellent substitute for traditional core materials like Balsa and foams. Kiri is offering comparable strength-to-weight ratios, but with less resin uptake and with a higher resistence against water and humidity
Future of Kiri in Technology
With its versatility, Kiri is not only an ideal core material for today's technology but is also poised to shape the future of sustainable innovation. Industries that focus on eco-friendly practices and lightweight composites will find Kiri indispensable as they scale towards greener solutions.
This SME Innovation Project has received cascade funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under the GreenOffshoreTech project and Grant Agreement No 101005541.
