Bladder molding

For complex hollow shapes of carbon fiber composites, bladder molding is the ideal process. Composite material is applied to a bladder and the part is inserted into a female cavity mold. A press is used to clamp the mold shut and heat is applied to cure the part. Air pressure is used to force the laminate outward in the cavity, consolidating the material in the closed mold. The bladder is removed after cure and your end product is a light, strong hollow structure. Bladder molding has enabled composite manufacturing to strengthen components with carbon fibers. Aerospace, defense, automotive, medical and sports and recreation have all found ways to improve their respective industries.

NitPro Composites has the capability and hands on experience of manufacturing many intricate bladder molding projects. Here we develop many products with this technology like carbon fiber badminton rackets.

For any complex and customized hollow structure, We can turn the project into a manufacturing reality.