How is Technora® used?
Automotive
Technora® supports high-performance, long-life solutions across critical automotive components.
Transmission Belt reinforcement
Power transmission belts benefit from improved resistance to abrasion, fatigue, punctures, and tears, reducing strain and energy loss in high-stress applications. The addition of Technora® strengthens rubber compounds, making belts more durable and efficient.
Hose reinforcement
Designed for use in radiators, transmission oil coolers, air conditioning, and fuel hoses, Technora® provides high tensile strength, heat resistance up to 250°C (482°F), and chemical resistance. Its exceptional dimensional stability helps prevent leakage and extends service life.
How is Technora® used?
Oil and gas
Technora® supports long-term reliability in critical oil and gas infrastructure, withstanding high pressure, elevated temperatures, and corrosive conditions.
Umbilicals and Flowlines
Used in offshore applications, Technora® ensures hydrolysis resistance, thermal stability, and fatigue resistance for reinforcement in umbilicals and flowlines, maintaining integrity in deep-sea conditions.
Reinforced thermoplastic pipes (RTP)
Higher operating temperatures and exposure to aggressive chemicals are manageable with this material, making it ideal for hydrogen transport and oil & gas operations. Its resistance surpasses that of regular para-aramids.
How is Technora® used?
Marine and Offshore
Technora® supports reliable, long-life performance in marine and offshore environments, maintaining strength and stability under extreme loads, exposure, and elevated temperatures.
Mooring lines
A high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and fatigue resistance make this para-aramid an effective alternative to steel in mooring lines, reducing weight while enhancing durability. Technora® retains its performance even in high-temperature conditions, making it suitable for demanding applications like active heave compensation.
Lifting slings
Minimal elongation, exceptional tensile strength, and resistance to fatigue allow lifting slings to handle extreme loads safely while remaining lightweight.
Hoisting ropes
Abrasion resistance, low creep, and superior load-bearing capacity ensure hoisting ropes maintain structural integrity under heavy loads, frequent use, and thermal stress.
“Technora® is different from other high-performance aramids in that it has excellent primary and secondary properties, making it ideal for highly challenging applications.”
Huib Kwint Global R&D Program Manager
How is Technora® used?
Life Protection
Protective garments made with Technora® combine inherent flame resistance, non-melting properties, and lightweight durability. These qualities support extended wear during demanding physical activity while providing dependable protection in high-temperature, high-risk environments.
Protective apparel
Technora® enhances personal protection in life-critical scenarios by delivering high strength, thermal resistance, and long-term reliability. It helps safeguard professionals facing flash fire, flashover, and other extreme hazards, without compromising mobility or comfort.
How is Technora® used?
Maritime
Technora® is used for durable reinforcement in high-performance racing sails, rigging of yachts, and ropes and lines on board. Its strength, durability, and low stretch make it ideal for demanding maritime environments where weight and reliability are critical.
Sailcloth
Lightweight and high-strength, this para-aramid reinforces sailcloth, delivering strength and stability without adding weight. Its nonconductive nature ensures it does not interfere with onboard radio or communication systems, making it an ideal reinforcement in environments where signal integrity matters.
How is Technora® used?
Other applications
Aerospace
Technora® has been used in NASA’s Mars rover parachutes, where its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio ensures safe, controlled landings in harsh extraterrestrial environments.
Escape ropes
High tensile strength and heat resistance make this material a reliable choice for emergency escape ropes used in life-saving applications.