M A T E R I A L S Kiwi fibre sets the world spinning West Auckland business Revolution Fibres is what the company describes first nanofibre producer in the world to meet aerospace industry standards. The AS9100c certification, a 26 February 2016 quality assurance requirement for all aerospace manufacturers and suppliers, will allow the company to further develop nanofibre products for its aerospace clients overseas. Managing director Iain Hosie says HM086 the certification is a significant step in the transition of Revolution Fibres from a world class research and development entity to offering largescale manufacturing services in a diverse range of industries. He says being AS9100c certified also enhances Revolution Fibres’ Xantulayr product, which is the world’s only commercially available nanofibre composite reinforcement veil. “The world is constantly searching for textiles that are better and stronger, but also lighter and more functional, and that’s what makes nanofibre so remarkable. And now with this certification, it allows us take nanofibre technology and the products we produce to the next level,” says Mr Hosie. Revolution Fibres ground breaking electro-spinning technology creates nanofibre out of a range of materials including polymers and natural sources such as collagen from hoki fish skins. It is used to do everything from strengthen fishing rods through to enhancing satellite components, and existing nanofibre product lines that Revolution Fibres helped develop include filters for HRV Next Generation ventilation systems and anti-allergy pillow liner Nanodream. Hosie says the AS9100c certification shows the growing level of interest and confidence the company’s products are receiving from global industries. “Revolution Fibres started the nanofibre revolution in New Zealand five years ago with a goal to grow the New Zealand-based nanofibre export industry and now that is becoming a reality.” The company’s product development arm, Nanofibre Customisation Services, is also subject to the certification meaning
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