Space Composite Manufacturer
Advanced composites in space
As the UK’s space sector rapidly expands, Piran is poised to evolve alongside it, providing a comprehensive range of composite services tailored to the unique needs of space applications. From satellite brackets to launch vehicles, rocket fairings, and composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPVs), we offer limitless possibilities. Our expertise enables us to address the rigorous demands and extreme conditions encountered in space and during launch, ensuring reliable performance and durability.
Space composite capabilities
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Why choose Piran for space composites?
With our strategic location at the Newquay Spaceport and our role within the thriving Cornwall Space Cluster, Piran is the ideal choice for space composites. We have a strong commitment to quality backed by extensive experience and offer unmatched expertise in the field of space composites. Our dedicated team of professionals understands the stringent requirements and high standards of the space industry, ensuring the utmost precision, reliability, and performance in every composite component we produce. From our state-of-the-art facilities to our stringent quality control processes, we are fully equipped to deliver space-grade composites that meet and exceed the expectations of our clients.
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World class facilities delivering guaranteed quality
Piran’s facilities are perfectly suited for space composites, providing an exceptional environment for composite manufacturing and development that meet the stringent requirements of the space industry. With our state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technologies, we have the capability to produce high-quality space composites that deliver superior performance, reliability, and durability in the harsh conditions of space. Our facilities are equipped with advanced equipment and machinery, allowing us to handle complex projects and ensure precise manufacturing processes, and our dedicated team of experts possesses extensive knowledge and experience in space composites, ensuring that every component is produced to the highest standards of quality and precision.
Globally trusted for space companies
UK based, Worldwide service
Piran Advanced Composites, based in the UK, serves as a Tier 1 supplier to major global OEMs. Our UK manufacturing sites enable us to deliver our world-class composite solutions internationally, ensuring that clients worldwide can benefit from our expertise and exceptional services.
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Space composites FAQs
What composites are used in Space?
Space composites, also known as space composite materials, are advanced materials used extensively in the space industry for the construction of aircraft and spacecraft components. These materials are engineered to provide lightweight, high-strength, and durable solutions for various space applications.
What is the average lead time on Design & Engineering services?
Lead time is product and industry specific. Get in touch so we can offer an estimate lead time for your project.
Can Piran Advanced Composites provide Design & Engineering at scale?
Yes, we are proud to offer volume production at scale.
What are the composite materials used in satellites?
Satellites use a variety of composite materials to achieve the necessary balance of strength, stiffness, and weight savings for their specific applications. Some of the composite materials commonly used in satellites include: Carbon fibre, polymer, reinforced fibre composites.
My exact requirement isn’t mentioned here; could Piran Advanced Composites still deliver it?
Yes, please do get in touch. If what you’re looking for isn’t mentioned or you’re uncertain exactly what it is you’re looking for, we can help!
Where is the work carried out by Piran Advanced composites?
All our work is carried out in our UK bases for clients all over the world.
Does Piran Advanced composites guarantee quality?
Yes. We are NQA UKAS ISO9001 accredited and have a global reputation for impeccable quality.
What design format does Piran accept?
At Piran we can read in any CAD Design format.
