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NEW: Wet Layup Starter Kits, Small and Large

by Rock West
September 20, 2021

Are you interested in doing a project with composites but not sure exactly where to start? Perhaps you know what you want to do but just want a kit to get you going? We've got the solution! Get started on your own project with our new Wet Layup Starter Kits. We have two sizes available depending on the size of your project and your level of experience. We recommend everyone have a well-ventilated workspace, a work surface that is protected from damage or will not be harmed by potential epoxy resin spills, and as always safety glasses (not included). The small wet layup kit includes carbon fiber fabric, fiberglass cloth, resin and harder (packets), hi-temp release wax, gloves, cups, stir-sticks, brushes, and a naca duck mold for your first project, but you can use another mold if you have one. The amount of fabric and resin is enough for a small part or two). If you have a more ambitious project in mind, the large wet layup kit includes greater quantities of carbon fiber fabric, Read more...

August 9, 2021

RWC Celebrates the Opening of Its New San Diego Corporate Headquarters with a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rock West Composites Celebrates the Opening of Its New San Diego Corporate Headquarters with a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Rock West Composites celebrated the opening of its new corporate headquarters in San Diego, California by having a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week. The company is expanding to meet increased demand for its large-scale custom composites manufacturing. San Diego, CA (PRWEB) August 9, 2020 – Rock West Composites (RWC) celebrated the opening of its new corporate headquarters with a gathering of staff and guests. Following established COVID safety

February 9, 2021

Rock West Composites Moves Into Its New San Diego Headquarters

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rock West Composites Moves Into Its New San Diego Headquarters Rock West Composites moved this month to its new corporate headquarters, a 107,000 sq. ft. facility in San Diego, California. The company is expanding to accommodate new staff, add manufacturing space, grow capability for large-scale composites manufacturing, and meet the needs of its expanding business. San Diego, CA (PRWEB) February 9, 2021 – Rock West Composites (RWC) has moved this month into its new corporate headquarters at 7625 Panasonic Way in San Diego, California, a facility more than three

February 8, 2021

Rock West Composites Adds “Build Your Own Tube” Feature to Its Online Offering

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rock West Composites Adds “Build Your Own Tube” Feature to Its Online Offering This month Rock West Composites has added a feature on its website allowing customers to define their own filament wound tube specifications, enabling a build-to-order ecommerce transaction with immediate check out. Currently 75 mandrels and two materials are available with three distinct performance characteristics and nearly infinite wall thickness options. Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) February 8, 2021 – This month Rock West Composites (RWC) announces the addition of a Build Your Own

August 31, 2020

Rock West Composites Receives Silver Boeing Performance Excellence Award

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rock West Composites Receives Silver Boeing Performance Excellence Award Rock West Composites receives Silver Boeing Performance Excellence Award for consistent performance excellence over a twelve-month period from 2018 to 2019. San Diego, CA (PRWEB) August 31, 2020 –Rock West Composites (RWC) today announced that it has received a 2019 Boeing Performance Excellence Award. The Boeing Company issues the award annually to recognize suppliers who have achieved superior performance. RWC maintained a Silver composite performance rating for each month of the 12-month

July 15, 2020

Rock West Composites Adds Aluminum Honeycomb Core Sandwich Panels to Its Lineup

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rock West Composites Adds Aluminum Honeycomb Core Sandwich Panels to Its Lineup Rock West Composites is adding aluminum honeycomb core sandwich panel products to its lineup, including panels with carbon fiber and aluminum skins, in response to an increase in customer requests for very strong, but lightweight, panel configurations. The sandwich panels with carbon fiber composite skins offer lighter weight with high performance, while the panels with aluminum skins provide a very affordable alternative. Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) July 15, 2020 – This month Rock West