Our Products
Patented technologies for manufacturing hollow composites with high geometric complexity.
Built to overcome the limits of traditional technologies
Addyx studies and develops innovative technological solutions in the field of advanced composites. Our mandrels make it possible to produce hollow components with complex geometries, optimizing production times and processes.
reduction in times thanks to male-mould lamination
reduction in scrap thanks to controlled expansion
reduction in the final weight of the component
Quality of the internal and external surface finish
Patented Technologies
WSM-170
Unlocking the Future of Hollow Composite Manufacturing from prototyping to large serial production — Water soluble — Controlled expansion
- ✔Rigid at room temperature for male-mould lamination
- ✔Expanding during cure for uniform internal pressure
- ✔Fully water-soluble at the end of the process (> 80°C - 90°C)
RM-90
Prototype Faster. Innovate Smarter.
- ✔Rigid at room temperature for male-mould lamination
- ✔Male-mould lamination for CFRP components
- ✔Zero investment in expensive external tooling
- ✔Water-soluble at the end of the process
EM-120
Expansion & scalability for serial production.
- ✔Designed specifically for industrial serial volumes
- ✔Differential expansion at very high energy
- ✔Drastic reduction of recurring production costs
Carbon Exoskeleton™
Internal Topology Optimization with reinforcement Ribs. Powered by WSM-170.
- ✔Internal carbon fibre ribs, topologically optimized
- ✔Up to 35% weight reduction at equal mechanical strength
- ✔One-shot monolithic manufacturing process
Compare our products
Compare the features of our mandrels to identify the technology best suited to your production process.
| Feature | WSM-170 | EM-120 | RM-90 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water soluble | ✔ | — | ✔ |
| Hot extraction | ✔ | ✔ | — |
| Expanding | ✔ | ✔ | — |
| External tool required | ✔ | ✔ | — |
| Good internal surface finish | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Good outer surface finish | ✔ | ✔ | — |
| Male lamination | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Max temperature | 180°C | 150°C | 120°C |
| Tolerance on final CFRP component | Given by ext. mould | Given by ext. mould | Given by mandrel |
Seamless Process Integration
Addyx water-soluble mandrels are engineered to integrate seamlessly into major industrial composite manufacturing standards. From hand lay-up to automated processes, discover how Addyx adapts to your workflow.
AFP (Automated Fiber Placement)
Total compatibility with high-precision robotic fiber placement on complex geometries.
Filament Winding
Continuous tension winding for lightweight tanks, piping, and drive shafts.
Hand lay-up
High operational flexibility manual lamination for rapid prototyping and small batches.
Infusion
Vacuum-assisted controlled resin flow for large monolithic hollow structures.
RTM (Resin Transfer Moulding)
Closed-mold resin injection for complex geometries and tight dimensional tolerances.
Autoclave
High-temperature and pressure curing to maximize fiber consolidation.
Oven
The ideal technology to cut curing cycle costs. It mimics the autoclave process by leveraging the controlled expansion of the WSM170 with the addition of compressed air.
Press
High-pressure molding for high production rates and rigorous wall thickness tolerances.
Additive Manufacturing and Rotomoulding: discover our production
We are ready to support you at every processing stage, from the single prototype mandrel to large-scale industrial batches.