TISICS have been at the forefront of the development, design and manufacture of innovative unique Metal Matrix Composites for over two decades. The primary benefits of these materials are: high strength, 50% stronger than base alloy, with twice the stiffness. This performance benefit results in weight reduction potential of up to 70% which in our primary aerospace market leads to significant CO2 emission reductions. The Farnborough based SME formed in 2005 from a management buyout from QinetiQ has created a world leading metal composite capability developing parts for aviation, space and defence . TISICS operates the only European Silicon Carbide monofilament production facility, which is one of two commercial plants worldwide. This ceramic fibre has exceptional mechanical properties which can be harnessed by embedding the fibre in aluminium or titanium creating performance that is not possible with conventional materials. This performance enables higher operating temperature, longer operating life, improved corrosion resistance and more compact designs. The net shape manufacturing also ensures more efficient use of materials improving sustainability in manufacture and flight use. TISICS has extensive experience collaborating with major customers, suppliers and academia to develop next generation solutions to current components as well game Changning options to enhance future system designs.
