This section provides an overview for ceramic matrix composites as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 ceramic matrix composite manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked ceramic matrix composite companies as of November, 2024: 1.Axiom Materials, Inc., 2.Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., 3.Touchstone Advanced Composites.
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A Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) is a type of composite material that combines a ceramic matrix with reinforcing materials like ceramic or metal fibers.
CMCs integrate the attributes of ceramics, such as heat resistance, oxidation resistance, and wear resistance, with the strength and stiffness of reinforcing materials. This unique blend has propelled CMCs to the forefront as promising next-generation structural materials.
The applications of CMCs span various industries. In aerospace, they're utilized in turbine blades for aircraft engines, rocket nozzles, and heat-resistant spacecraft components. The automotive industry employs CMCs in brake rotors, exhaust systems, and catalytic converters. In the energy sector, CMCs are crucial in nuclear reactor fuel rods and battery electrodes.
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Applied Thin Films, Inc.is a manufacturer in the field of thin film technology, established in 1954. Applied Thin Films has pioneered advancements in optical coatings, electro-optical devices, and precision optics. The company specializes in producing quality thin film coatings that find applications in aerospace, defense, medical devices, telecommunications, and more. The portfolio includes anti-reflective coatings, beamsplitters, filters, and custom-designed optical components. Applied Thin Films also offers a suite of services, including design consultation and thin film deposition, ensuring that clients receive tailored solutions to meet exact specifications.
Ultramet is an American manufacturer of refractory and platinum group metal products that was established in Pacoima, California in 1970. The company primarily produces various refractory and platinum metal products for high performance applications, including freestanding structures such as valve components or combustion chambers, as well as refractory metal and ceramic coatings for catalysis, propulsion system components, and protection from acid corrosion. It also offers thermal protection systems (e.g. aeroshells, nose tips) and recycled rhenium. Aside from its products, Ultramet also offers contract manufacturing services to its clients in the oil and gas, aerospace, chemical processing, and nuclear sectors.
CoorsTek, Inc., founded in 1910, is a family-run manufacturer of technical ceramic material formulations with products such as acetabular liners, baffle chambers, carbon brushes for power, focal plane array components, and precision fixed gauges used in transportation, food & beverage, electronic, chemicals, and semiconductor industries. The company in Golden, CO, USA, has research & development, custom manufacturing, and design assistance capabilities. The company's CIO- Matt Mehlbrech, was awarded the 2023 Colorado ORDIE Award for CIO of the Year.
Aremco Products, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of high-temperature solutions founded in 1965. Based in Valley Cottage, New York, the company specializes in the production of coatings, sealants, adhesives, and other compounds designed to perform at temperatures of up to 3,200°F. The company's product portfolio includes technical ceramics with high thermal resistance and conductivity, as well as equipment like SMT boards, solar cells, and hybrid circuits. These supply clients in aerospace and defense, metallurgy, electronics, semiconductors, and chemical processing.
San Jose Delta is a processor of beryllium oxide, and a manufacturer of alumina ceramic materials that was established in 1971 in Santa Clara, California, USA. The company primarily produces aluminum nitride for thermal conductivity or electrical insulation, quartz, and beryllium oxide for semiconductor parts or radio equipment. It also offers products made from high purity alumina oxide, including plates, bars, and rods. The company is ISO 9001:2015-certified, and chiefly serves clients in the industrial processing and manufacturing sectors.
Hexoloy, a division of Saint-Gobain Ceramics, was established in1970s in Niagara Falls, New York, USA, is a manufacturer of advanced ceramic materials, including silicon carbide products. The company offers various products such as ceramic tubes, rods, plates, and components that have extreme hardness, advanced temperature resistance, and optimal corrosion resistance, making them ideal for harsh industrial environments. Industries spanning aerospace, semiconductors, and chemical processing use the products for applications like wear-resistant components, thermal insulation, and corrosion-resistant parts. Its specialization in advanced ceramics allows for customized solutions to address specific customer needs and offers advanced ceramic solutions.
Zircar Refractory Composites Inc., established in Florida, USA, has been a manufacturer and supplier of ceramic composite products since 1960. The company offers moldables for creating intricate alloy parts, and rigid boards and cylinders for chimney liners or boiler room insulators. It also offers blankets, textiles, custom shapes as well as coatings and rigidizers for increasing the refractoriness or hardness of surfaces.The company’s products find ideal applications in glass processing, hot pressing, and forging operations.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Axiom Materials, Inc. |
19.0%
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2 | Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. |
12.3%
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3 | Touchstone Advanced Composites |
12.3%
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4 | Ultramet |
11.0%
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5 | applied thin films inc. |
9.2%
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6 | ZIRCAR Refractory Composites, Inc. |
8.6%
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7 | San Jose Delta |
8.0%
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8 | Saint-Gobain Ceramics - Hexoloy |
7.4%
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9 | CoorsTek, Inc. |
6.1%
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10 | Aremco Products, Inc. |
6.1%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the ceramic matrix composite page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 6 | 100.0% |