Advanced materials manufacturer SHD Composites has launched CEM101, a new cyanate ester prepreg system. Engineered for demanding applications across aerospace, space, defense, and motorsport, the material combines elevated service temperatures with enhanced dielectric properties and structural strength.
Building on SHD’s expertise in cyanate ester prepreg formulations, CEM101 functions as a radio frequency material featuring inherently flame-retardant resin chemistry. In addition to its thermal and dielectric capabilities, CEM101 provides handling characteristics and controlled resin flow during composite processing.
Manufacturing Capacity and Executive Statement
The introduction of CEM101 follows SHD Composites' recent expansion into a new 60,000 sq ft manufacturing facility located in Mooresville, North Carolina, designed to quadruple its domestic production capacity in North America.
Dr. Alix Sauget, R&D Director at SHD Composites, commented on the launch:
CEM101 is the latest innovation from our thriving R&D team. With enhanced service temperature and dielectric performance, CEM101 delivers a combination of characteristics with the consistency and reliability that defines SHD materials.
