When metals and plastics reach their limits

These are the outstanding properties of thermoplastic composites

Why thermoplastic fiber composites?

Metals and plastics often only partially meet the performance requirements in high-performance applications. In mechanical engineering in particular, the most adverse pressure and temperature conditions pose major challenges for developers and engineers when selecting materials for their components.

Why thermoplastic composites for high-performance applications?

Thermoplastic fiber composites combine the best material properties of both material groups and impress in mechanical systems and subsystems with high performance under the most adverse conditions.

 High performance thanks to the realization of load paths

Application-oriented compression molding processes (e.g. x-Technologies from CrossTEQ) enable the design of a specific fiber architecture and the targeted use of material properties (strength and stiffness).

 Lange Lebensdauer unter widrigsten Bedingungen

Due to its outstanding properties, thermoplastic fiber composites outlast even the harshest pressure and temperature conditions.

 Kosteneffizient schon ab kleinen Seriengrössen

Thanks to the high degree of automation in thermoplastic Compression Molding process and the high level of functional integration, the number of components and thus the production costs are reduced to a minimum.

 Skalierbare Prozesslösungen

Application-specific Composite Compression Molding  technologies enable automated, cost-optimized mass production of simple to geometric komplexen Features und 3D-Strukturen.

Targeted use of outstanding material properties

Thermoplastic fiber composites combine the best material properties of metals and plastics, enabling versatile mechanical, chemical and tribological properties that can be targeted for high-performance applications through application-specific composite compression molding technologies.

Composites vs. metals
Illustration von Faserverbund Materialeigenschaft zeigt schwarzen Composite Block und Chemikalien
Corrosion and chemical resistant
Illustration von Faserverbund Leichtgewicht zeigt schwarzen Composite Block und Federn
Weight reduction
Illustration von Faserverbund Tribologie zeigt schwarzen Composite Block auf Kuven
Excellent tribology
Illustration von Faserverbund Strahlenfestigkeit zeigt schwarzen Composite Block mit Pfeilen in alle Richtungen
Electromagnetic shielding, conductive, insulating
Composites vs. plastics
Illustration von Faserverbund Festigkeit zeigt schwarzen Composite Block mit Massstab
High strength and stiffness
Illustration von Faserverbund Temperaturresistenz zeigt schwarzen Composite Block mit rotem Thermometer
High temperature resistance, minimal thermal expansion
Illustration von Faserverbund Zähigkeit zeigt schwarzen Composite Block mit Pfeilen in alle Richtungen
Excellent vibration damping, toughness & impact resistance

CrossTEQ's thermoplastic fiber composites enable versatile mechanical, chemical and tribological features that we can specifically evoke for your high-performance component.

In our Cross Composite Competence Center, we develop application-specific production technologies and the corresponding special equipment and molding tools. Visit us!

Applications of thermoplastic composites

High performance in mechanical engineering
Foto zeigt drei schwarze Zahnräder aus Carbonfaser Composite hergestellt von CrossTEQ


Ready-to-install gears for high-performance gearboxes

  • High mechanical strength due to 55% carbon long fiber reinforcement
  • Excellent tribological properties thanks to PEEK composite material
  • Uniform tooth strength thanks to quasi-isotropic fiber orientation

Foto zeigt eine schwarze Kompressor-Ventilplatte aus Carbonfaser Composite hergestellt von CrossTEQ


Final contour accurate valve plate for large piston compressors


  • Temperature resistant
  • Firm & pressure resistant
  • Lightweight
  • Precise contour; Minimal finishing
  • Cost-efficient already from medium series size onwards

Foto zeigt ein gelb-schwarzes Helikoptertür-Scharnier aus Carbonfaser Composite


Ready to install helicopter hinge


  • Special strength & stiffness with low weight

  • Weight: 22g vs. 135g for the same part made of steel

  • Besondere Festigkeit & Steifigkeit bei geringem Gewicht
High performance in sports & outdoor
Foto zeigt schwarzen Sport Fahrradsattel aus Carbonfaser Composite hergestellt von CrossTEQ


Resistant sports hardware


  • 50% weight saving compared to aluminum
  • Excellent strength & stiffness
  • Excellent tribology and surface quality
CrossTEQ AG, Frau Hanna Eberli December 2, 2022
Share this post
Our blogs
Archive