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Using our patented Q.tool prepreg tooling technology, we have developed our new prepreg tooling product - Q.tool recycled - which includes recycled carbon replacing 40% of the original virgin fibre content.

Q.tool recycled retains all the benefits of our original Q.tool, with improved sustainability. Trials show even more than 50% time saving over standard 1:8:1 carbon tool manufacture, reduced use of plastic consumables, with only 1 debulk required. The system provides exceptional drapeability and surface finish.

And at end of life, carbon tools can be recycled – thereby improving circularity and reducing landfill waste.

Moulds produced by PRF have been tested by @Green Tech Automotive AC Cars and the results are fantastic! After several cycles, the tools show excellent dimensional stability. They have also been tested for several cycles under pressure to ensure good surface finish and longevity. We found no degradation in the tool surface. 

This Earth Day seemed like the perfect time to announce this exciting new product, which will be progressing to manufacture very soon here at PRF!