Custom Epoxy Formulation & Advanced Resin Development
ATL Composites is Australia’s only true custom epoxy formulator, developing tailored resin and hardener systems engineered to meet specific processing, mechanical, thermal, and chemical performance requirements. With more than 45 years of experience in epoxy chemistry, our in-house chemists and engineers create bespoke systems for marine, defence, aerospace, industrial, architectural, sporting, and advanced composite applications.
Our formulation capability spans novolac, cycloaliphatic, polyamide, aliphatic, anhydride, and catalytic-cured systems, enabling precise control over strength, toughness, cure behaviour, viscosity, exotherm, chemical resistance, and environmental durability. Every system is manufactured under our ISO 9001:2015-certified quality program and validated through rigorous mechanical, thermal, and chemical testing.
Custom Formulation
At ATL Composites, every custom formulation begins with a technical partnership. Our chemists and engineers collaborate closely with customers to understand their processing environment, end-use requirements, and compliance targets. This ensures each epoxy system is optimised for:
Cure speed and temperature
Viscosity and flow characteristics
Thermal stability and heat resistance
Mechanical strength and fatigue performance
Chemical and environmental durability
Compatibility with specific fibres, fillers, and substrates
Supported by sovereign Australian manufacturing, ATL offers rapid development cycles, reduced freight and lead times, secure supply chains for both domestic and international programs.
Our Custom Formulation Process
Every system is backed by detailed formulation data, cure schedules, and processing recommendations to ensure reliability in real-world use.
In-House Laboratory & Testing Capabilities
ATL operates a fully equipped R&D and quality assurance laboratory that underpins every stage of formulation development and material validation. Through advanced mechanical, thermal, chemical, and environmental testing, our team evaluates resin, and hardener, adhesive performance with absolute precision. This integrated laboratory framework — supported by laminating, adhesion, thermal analysis, fatigue, weathering, moisture, and molecular testing capabilities — allows ATL to maintain complete control over formulation accuracy, batch consistency, and long-term product reliability. The result is faster innovation, predictable processing, and materials that perform exactly as engineered in real-world conditions.
Our testing capabilities include:
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LAMINATING TESTING Compression, tensile, and flexural strength
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AHESION TESTING Lap shear, tensile and T-Peel
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Themal & Cure Analysis DSC, DMA, HDTl
- CREEP, FATIGUE & IMPACT TESTING
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ACCELERATED WEATHERING UV stability, gloss retention, colour shift
- MOISTURE UPTAKE & CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
- MOLECULAR CHARACTERISATION & VISCOSITY PROFILING
This laboratory framework ensures ATL maintains full control over formulation accuracy, material consistency, and long-term product durability — enabling faster innovation and uncompromising reliability.
Technical Expertise & Customer Support
ATL’s technical team works directly with customers to support the entire product lifecycle, offering:
system selection and compatibility guidance
processing optimisation and troubleshooting
on-site demonstrations and specialised training
collaborative development of custom resin and hardener systems
Our technical support ensures fast implementation, reduced production risk, and greater confidence in material performance.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
All ATL custom formulations are developed and manufactured in our ISO 9001:2015-certified facility, ensuring:
complete batch traceability
strict process control
mechanical and chemical validation of every batch
disciplined documentation and continuous improvement
This ensures safe, predictable, and compliant performance across all industries and applications.
