Composite Vehicle Repairs

Due to their material composition, composite vehicle repairs require specific knowledge and abilities that vary from those needed for standard passenger autobody repair. A heavy-duty truck composite technician must understand these differences as well as be familiar with procedures for performing repairs correctly in order to guarantee vehicle safety and return it back into service as soon as possible.





composite vehicle repairs Composite repairs typically involve the removal of damaged materials, cleaning and degreasing, applying new materials and curing with either an autoclave or out-of-autoclave process. New materials could include fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP), sheet-molded compound (SMC), carbon fiber or polymer matrix composites - it's essential that technicians choose an adhesive suitable to repair each type of material being repaired, while corrosion resistance and design flexibility also play a factor.

One of the key advantages of repairing composite components rather than replacing them is their speed and cost-cutting potential; repairs often can be completed more efficiently and at a lower price point. Furthermore, when performed properly they may even outlive their counterparts.

Repairing composites provides another advantage over fixing other vehicle parts: repairs can be performed right on the actual vehicle itself. This reduces downtime since there's no need to wait for replacement parts or worry about fitting and installing them correctly, plus makes the job simpler since no panel must be completely unbolted before starting repairs.