Vectorply launches new, user-friendly product search database

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Phenix City, AL – Finding the perfect composite reinforcement fabric for your laminate has never been easier! On Friday Vectorply released an updated version of the product search database section of www.vectorply.com. The new search feature offers a seamless transition to a more user-friendly platform that allows visitors to locate their ideal product’s technical data sheet quicker and more efficiently.

Pictured is an example of the new search database mobile interface.

The most noticeable change to the search database page is the addition of a keyword search field. Users can now search for a specific product, such as ‘C-BX 1200’, or a specific keyword such as ‘carbon’ or ‘triaxial’. General industry terms such as the trademarked name ‘Kevlar’ and ‘uni’ (for warp unidirectional fabrics) can also be entered in this field.

Other options for searching products include drop-down selection boxes for fiber type, fabric architecture, and series type. Multiple drop-downs can be selected to search simultaneously, or just a single drop-down option can be chosen. A convenient ‘show all’ button also gives users the ability to see all standard Vectorply products and compare properties in the results table.

With a search completed, locating the right product among the results has also become much easier. A rebuilt search table now allows users to sort individual columns by value, meaning searchers can arrange products from lightest to heaviest, thinnest to thickest, etc. Users can also hover over a value and see what the value represents if the header row is not visible. This added functionality means that the important data is always in plain sight regardless of the number of results in the chart.

Finally, Vectorply’s new product search database page was created in a mobile-friendly format. Customers and visitors can quickly access the search database on their Android or Apple device to find important technical information whether they are in a boat shop, in the field, or in the office.

Products listed in the search database are all standard, but custom engineered reinforcements are also available. To find out more, call 334-291-7704 or 1-800-577-4521 today!

Gundberg selected as ACMA High Performance Council Chairman

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Phenix City, AL – Vectorply Director of Composites Engineering Trevor Gundberg, P.E. has been selected as the Chairman for the American Composites Manufacturers Association’s (ACMA) High Performance Council (HPC). As Chair of the HPC, Gundberg will be instrumental in the direction and growth of the Council throughout his term, which began July 1, 2019 and ends on June 30, 2021.

The mission of the High Performance Council is to encourage the manufacturing of advanced composites and promote their use in demanding applications across multiple industries. Advanced composites, such as carbon, aramid, and high strength glass fibers, offer superior strength to alternative materials while maintaining low areal weights for lighter, stronger parts.

Gundberg’s selection as HPC Chair comes on the heels of another prestigious honor from the ACMA. At CAMX in October 2018, Gundberg was presented the ACMA’s Outstanding Volunteer Award for his help developing and growing critical markets, advocating for composites and making the industry successful through the years. According to ACMA President Tom Dobbins, CAE, these same qualities made Gundberg an exciting choice as Chairman of the HPC.

Vectorply Director of Composites Engineering Trevor Gundberg speaks at the ACMA Awards Ceremony at CAMX in 2018.

“ACMA is thrilled that Trevor Gundberg has been named Chairman of the High Performance Council. ACMA’s High Performance Council represents new innovations in composite applications and usage, such as aerospace, wind and sporting goods. Trevor is a dedicated advocate for the industry and will continue to provide strong leadership in his new role. All of us at ACMA look forward to a very productive and exciting two years working with him in this capacity,” Dobbins said.

As the leader of Vectorply’s Engineering and Technical Services Team, Gundberg plays a key role in several areas including advanced product development, in house testing and validation, and leadership of field engineering services. Vectorply’s goals of engineering products to meet customers’ needs and optimizing production through labor reduction, laminate enhancement, and on-site technical service start with the leadership of Gundberg.

As for his new role on the High Performance Council, Gundberg is excited about the opportunity to further advance composite solutions in high end applications.

“The HPC is an ideal industry forum to not only help Vectorply, but all of the ACMA members in application development in under-served, high performance markets,” he said. “It also allows for a good deal of member partnerships, which can turn into full composite solutions that are key to gaining ground in such technology driven applications such as aerospace and automotive.”