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29 October 2021<\/p>\n
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As a pioneer in the development of high-performance bio-based epoxies, Sicomin is pleased to confirm the use of its GreenPoxy\u00ae resins in the build of a uniquely sustainable new Mini 6.5 class yacht, the FLOKI 6.5.<\/p>\n
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Designed by Antoine Mainfray, Atelier Interface, a leading naval architect and bio-composite specialist who has built structures for the world\u2019s fastest racing yachts in the IMOCA, VOR and ULTIM classes, the 6.5m FLOKI showcases the latest in bio-composite materials and a cost-effective flat panel build process.<\/p>\n
Mini 6.5 class yachts were first proposed by UK sailor Bob Salmon in the late 1970\u2019s as a new class of small, simple, and cheap to build, singlehanded racing yachts that would counter the rising costs involved in the sport at the time. Even today, the biennial Mini-Transat 6.5 race, from France to the Caribbean, remains one of the most competitive ocean races and a hot bed for new design innovations and experimental composite constructions. <\/p>\n
Staying true to the roots of the class, Antoine\u2019s initial design concept for the FLOKI 6.5 was to focus on simplifying both the design and the build process itself, using pre-made infused panels shaped over frames or in a jig rather than an expensive female mould. He was also determined that the FLOKI 6.5 should be entirely built from bio-based or recyclable raw materials. <\/p>\n
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Bio Resins, Bamboo Fabrics and Recycled PET<\/p>\n
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Successful processing trials, excellent mechanicals, DNV GL type approval and the support of the Sicomin technical team all came together to make the resin choice an easy one. InfuGreen 810 was selected for the flat table infusion of the hull, deck, roof, and structural panels, whilst GreenPoxy 33 was chosen for secondary lamination of the assembled parts. Both resins can be used with different hardener speeds depending on the component size and curing time required. <\/p>\n
Sicomin\u2019s GreenPoxy resin range is fully compatible with a wide range of traditional composite fibres and fabrics as well as more sustainable bio-based reinforcements. For the FLOKI 6.5, Antoine worked with bamboo textile specialists Cobratex, selecting their 350gm 2×2 twill weave bamboo fabric for the hull, deck and roof panels. As well as excellent environmental credentials, the Cobratex material actually has a negative carbon footprint, this novel reinforcement provides several unique benefits. <\/p>\n
The bamboo strips act as tiny sandwich structures that absorb very little resin, enabling high reinforcement ratios in the finished laminate. With a density only half that of carbon fibre and impressive sound and vibration damping qualities, the bamboo reinforcements produce a highly functional, as well as ecological, bio-composite structure. With the bamboo twill forming the primary laminates for the FLOKI 6.5, a 300gsm stitched +\/-45\u00b0 flax fibre fabric was also used for the secondary bonding and taping in the structure. <\/p>\n
Maximising the inclusion of sustainable materials onboard, sandwich panel sections of the FLOKI 6.5 use AIREX\u2019s latest T92 PET foam formulation, that is the first to be manufactured from post-consumer recycled PET drinks bottles. The T92 core for the project, which also features AIREX\u2019s SealX surface treatment that halves the resin uptake of the core material, was also delivered by Sicomin as part of their range of complimentary products. <\/p>\n
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The Flat Panel Build Process<\/p>\n
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The use of a hull template rather than a traditional plug or mold meant that construction could begin almost immediately. As soon as the jig was in place and the first panels of bamboo fiber and Infugreen 810 were infused, the next stages of hull and deck construction followed: <\/p>\n
Smaller components such as the yacht\u2019s rudders are built in their own moulds using a mix of bamboo and carbon fibres along with GreenPoxy 33 resin.<\/p>\n
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Sea Trials planned for April 2021<\/p>\n
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The FLOKI 6.5 build is well underway at Antoine\u2019s workshop near La Rochelle with the launch and sea trials planned for April-May 2021, ready for the start of the Mini 6.5 racing season. <\/p>\n
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