The material

When mixed with resin in like-for-like tests a Pilius X mixture comes out stronger than fibreglass. Pilius X 12 mm sections x 2.6 grams mixed with 1994 grams polyester resin supported 87 tonnes, whereas 2.6 grams of fibreglass mixed with polyester resin could only support 66 tonnes

Pilius X has a unique quality when it is in the maximum failure load, under compression of 87 tonne it will crumble. It is not like fibreglass, when fibreglass is under compression at maximum failure load of only 65 tone it will shear causing sharp dangerous edges.

Strength and impact tests carried out at London South Bank University laboratories.

Maximum failure load of polyester: 66 tonnes

Compression testing glass fibre
260 grams, Polyester 1994 grams


Maximum failure load : 87 tonnes
(Equivalent of two Double Decker buses)

Experimental Testing With Polyester Resin
A) Glass-fibre loose chopped strands, matrix Polyester resin. Maximum failure load : 65 tonnes
B) Pilius X lose short hair cuttings, matrix polyester resin. Maximum failure load : 87 tonnes
 

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The hair chair in the making

260 grams glass fibre, 1994 grams polyester resin matrix


Unique crumble zone qualities unlike glass-fibre that shears and leaves sharp edges; Pilius X is more like carbon-fibre.