Material De Vacio S.L.
About us
Material de Vacío SL (Matva) was founded in 1997. For 25 years we have shared our experience and helped our clients in their manufacturing processes.
Our company has specialized in the manufacture and distribution of materials for resin infusion, and is today the Official Distributor in Spain of Airtech Europe, SLU.
Since the beginning of our activity, we have been constantly evolving, seeking and incorporating new solutions to meet the needs of our clients. We work with the most advanced and reliable materials on the market and we have the stability, experience and dynamism necessary for the industrial sectors we serve: Nautical, Automotive, Transport, Leisure, Wind Energy, etc.
Our main objective is the full satisfaction of our clients and to do so, we are continuously improving the services offered. We have an excellent qualified human team that is constantly learning about the technological changes and innovations that occur in our market.
We provide advice, technical support and after-sales service.
We have our own headquarters and warehouses located in Madrid, which allows us to serve anywhere in the Iberian Peninsula within 24/48 hours.
Our commitment to quality and the environment is proven by the Certifications in the UNE-EN-ISO 9001:2015 and UNE-EN-ISO 14001:2015 Standards since 2006.
Products
CINTAS DE PRESION
Airtech's pressure sensitive tapes are high performance products designed specifically for industrial applications, including lamination and composite manufacturing processes. These tapes are highly valued in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and wind energy, thanks to their ability to provide fast and effective adhesion without the need for heat or moisture. They are designed to secure components during the process of resin infusion, vacuum application or material consolidation, facilitating alignment and sealing in high pressure environments. One of the key features of Airtech's self-adhesive tapes is their resistance to extreme temperatures, solvents and chemicals, making them an ideal choice for demanding environments. In addition, their ease of application and residue-free removal allows for improved efficiency in production processes, reducing part preparation and cleaning time. These tapes ensure hermetic sealing in vacuum bagging applications, ensuring optimum performance in resin infusion and other advanced manufacturing processes.
Selant Tapes
Airtech sealant tapes are essential products in the lamination and vacuum forming process, designed to create an airtight seal between the vacuum bag and the tool or mould. These tapes are specifically formulated to withstand high temperatures and pressures during composite manufacturing, ensuring vacuum integrity throughout the resin curing or infusion process. Their sealing capability is key to preventing air leakage, ensuring a controlled and efficient process in vacuum applications. In addition to their excellent adhesion to a variety of surfaces, Airtech sealant tapes are easy to apply and remove, significantly reducing the time required to prepare and clean moulds or parts after the process. These tapes leave no residue, which helps to maintain the quality of the manufactured products. With high temperature and chemical resistance, Airtech sealing tapes are a reliable solution for a wide variety of industrial applications, from aerospace manufacturing to automotive and wind energy.
Vacuum Valves and Hoses
Airtech vacuum valves and hoses are critical components for vacuum moulding systems used in the manufacture of composites. Vacuum valves are designed to provide precise control in the application and maintenance of vacuum, ensuring that proper pressure is maintained during resin infusion or composite curing processes. These valves are highly durable, capable of withstanding high temperatures and harsh environments, making them ideal for applications in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and renewable energy. Airtech vacuum hoses are flexible and robust, allowing for easy handling and adaptability in different manufacturing configurations. They are made of high quality materials that give them excellent resistance to extreme temperatures, chemicals and the wear and tear generated by continuous use. Both valves and hoses are designed to work together, ensuring a tight and efficient connection between the vacuum bag and the vacuum system, which is crucial for consistent, high quality results in composite production.
RIA
Airtech's infusion aids are essential complementary components that facilitate and improve the efficiency of the resin infusion process in composite manufacturing. These ancillary products include items such as valves, fittings, spiral tubing, and adaptable bases, designed to ensure controlled resin flow and effective sealing during the process. Each of these components plays a key role in creating a reliable resin infusion system, allowing the resin to be evenly distributed over the mould and the vacuum to remain leak-free throughout the process. These ancillary products not only contribute to the optimisation of resin flow, but also improve the integrity and quality of the vacuum. Airtech's high-precision connections and valves ensure that there are no air leaks, which is crucial to achieving defect-free parts. Spiral tubes and adaptable bases, meanwhile, allow for flexible configurations to suit the specific needs of each project, from small parts to large structures. With these ancillary products, manufacturers can ensure that the resin infusion process is efficient, safe and produces consistent results in industries such as aerospace, automotive and energy.
Miscellaneous
Wide range of miscellaneous products designed to improve efficiency and quality in industrial and aerospace processes. Among its most outstanding offerings are leak detectors, indispensable tools to ensure the integrity of vacuum and pressurisation systems, avoiding costly failures and safety risks. These detectors are designed to provide accurate and fast detection, making them a reliable solution in demanding industrial environments. In addition to leak detectors, Airtech also offers products such as industrial scissors, used for cutting composite materials and specialised fibres. These scissors are precision engineered to ensure a clean and efficient cut, ideal for working with advanced materials. Alongside these, the company also markets other essential products such as vacuum bags, silicone hoses and specialised adhesive tapes, all focused on improving manufacturing processes and ensuring high quality results.
Vacuum Bags
Airtech vacuum bags are an essential component in lamination and curing processes, especially in the aerospace and composites industry. These bags are designed to withstand high temperatures and pressures, providing secure containment during processes such as the manufacture of carbon fibre parts or advanced composite materials. The durability and strength of Airtech vacuum bags ensure reliable performance, minimising the risk of leakage or failure in critical applications. In addition, they are available in various sizes and configurations, adapting to a wide range of projects and industrial needs. Another important feature of Airtech vacuum bags is their compatibility with different types of resins and curing processes, making them a versatile choice for manufacturers. By maintaining a controlled environment during curing, these bags allow for even pressure distribution, resulting in parts with fewer defects and higher surface quality. In addition, the company offers customised options according to customer specifications, ensuring that each project can benefit from tailored solutions that improve process efficiency and results.
Release Films
Airtech release films, both perforated and unperforated, are essential in composite manufacturing processes, especially in the aerospace and automotive industries. These films are placed between the composite material and other consumables during the curing process to prevent the final laminate from sticking to the vacuum layers or mould. Non-perforated release films are ideal when a complete barrier is required to prevent resin leakage by protecting the surface of the materials during curing. Perforated release films, on the other hand, allow greater control over the flow of resins and gases, facilitating the evacuation of trapped air and ensuring more uniform consolidation of the composite material. Perforations can vary in size and density according to the needs of the process, allowing them to adapt to different pressure conditions and resin types. Airtech's perforated products, such as Wrightlon® 5200 and A4000, are widely used for their ability to handle extreme temperatures and their versatility in a variety of manufacturing processes.
Peel Ply
Airtech peel plies are specialised fabrics used in the manufacture of composite materials to create a rough surface ready for subsequent bonding or painting. They are placed directly onto the laminate prior to curing and, once the process is complete, are removed, leaving an ideal texture to ensure better adhesion in subsequent steps. These materials are designed to withstand the high temperatures and pressures of curing without contaminating the surface of the composite, thus ensuring the quality of the final product. Airtech offers a wide variety of peel plies to suit different processes and requirements. Among its most prominent options are treated peel plies, which prevent the transfer of contaminants to the laminate surface, and untreated peel plies, which are more suitable for applications where no additional preparation is required. Products such as Econostitch® and Econolease® ensure excellent thermal resistance and are easy to remove after curing, facilitating surface cleaning without compromising the integrity of the laminate.
Breathers
Airtech Breathers are crucial materials in the vacuum lamination and curing processes of composite materials. They are designed to allow air circulation and removal of trapped gases during the vacuum process, ensuring uniform pressure throughout the part and avoiding defects such as bubbles or voids in the laminate. In addition, they act as an exhaust medium for volatiles generated during resin baking, improving the quality of the final composite material. Airtech offers a wide range of breathers adapted to different temperatures and manufacturing processes. Models such as the Airweave® and Econoweave® are widely used for their thermal resistance and their ability to maintain a constant flow of air in various applications. These products are designed to resist compression and ensure a continuous vacuum, making them a reliable solution for the demanding requirements of the aerospace, automotive and renewable energy industries.
Rubber
A line of high quality rubber and silicone materials designed to meet the demands of high temperature moulding and compounding processes. These products include membranes and rubber sheets, which are essential to ensure uniform pressure distribution in curing and laminating applications. Being temperature and pressure resistant, Airtech's rubber products ensure reliable performance even under extreme conditions, improving the quality of the moulding process. Within this category, Airtech offers products such as Airpad® silicone membranes and sheet elastomers, which are designed to offer excellent durability and reusability, thereby reducing long-term costs in manufacturing processes. These materials are ideal for applications where flexibility and resistance to deformation during repeated cure cycles is required. Airtech's rubber line is widely used in the aerospace and renewable energy industries, where both process accuracy and operational efficiency are valued.
Tooling Materials
Airtech tooling materials are a range of products designed for the manufacture of durable moulds and tools used in the production of composite parts. These materials include moulding blocks, epoxy resins, laminating systems and adhesives that enable the creation of strong, precise tools for in- and out-of-autoclave curing of composites. Dimensional stability and the ability to withstand high temperatures make Airtech's tooling materials a reliable choice for mould making in the aerospace, automotive and wind energy industries. Within this line is the Toolmaster® brand, an advanced product family that facilitates the creation of tools with precision and durability. Toolmaster® includes modelling boards and laminating resins that accommodate a variety of mould configurations and manufacturing processes. These materials are designed to offer high thermal and mechanical strength, ensuring that the manufactured tools maintain their integrity and form during repeated high temperature cure cycles. The flexibility and performance of Toolmaster® products are ideal for those seeking high quality, efficient mould making solutions.
Vacuum Pumps
MATVA S.L. vacuum equipment is designed to optimise manufacturing processes with composite materials, allowing precise pressure control in applications such as lamination and vacuum curing. Among the most outstanding pieces of equipment are the high-performance vacuum pumps, which offer efficient evacuation of trapped air and volatile gases during the manufacturing process. These pumps allow a constant pressure to be maintained, which is crucial to ensure the final quality of the laminate and to avoid defects such as porosity or bubbles. In addition, MATVA S.L. vacuum systems include key accessories such as pressure regulators, control valves and vacuum gauges, which provide constant monitoring of the process. This equipment allows fine-tuning and customisation according to the specifications of each application, guaranteeing total control over the vacuum conditions. The equipment is ideal for demanding processes where a high level of precision and reliability is required, making it indispensable in industries such as aeronautics, automotive and wind energy, where compounds must meet the highest standards.
Various
In this section you can find complementary products for your vacuum processes, such as edge retainers, hoses for complementary applications, specific fabrics for infusion with resin diffusion core. All these materials are designed to complement Airtech products and enhance the vacuum infusion and compaction process experience, check out our section and find what you need to save time and money.
Mould releases
Release agents are essential in composite manufacturing processes to ensure a clean and efficient separation between the mould and the cured part, preventing damage to both surfaces. Release waxes are a traditional option that provide a physical barrier on the mould, allowing multiple releases before requiring reapplication. These waxes are ideal for processes that do not require high complexity and are widely used in the manufacture of parts with simple to moderately complex shapes. Their ease of application and relatively low cost make them an accessible option for various sectors. Semi-permanent release agents, on the other hand, offer increased durability and performance compared to waxes. These release agents create a thin film on the mould that can withstand multiple production cycles without the need for constant reapplication, making them an efficient solution for mass production. In addition, Teflon self-adhesive release agents are advanced products that combine release properties with an adhesive layer that adheres directly to the mould. Teflon provides an extremely smooth, high-temperature resistant surface, facilitating residue-free release and protecting the mould during intensive curing processes, especially in high-precision applications.
Fabrics
Glass, carbon and aramid fibre fabrics are key materials in the manufacture of advanced composites, each with unique characteristics that make them ideal for different industrial applications. Glass fibre is known for its excellent cost-benefit ratio, offering good mechanical strength and durability at an affordable price. This material is widely used in sectors such as construction, automotive and marine, where its corrosion resistance and insulation capabilities are valued. In addition, glass fibre fabrics are easily integrated with various resins, which facilitates their use in processes such as injection moulding and lamination. On the other hand, carbon and aramid fabrics stand out for their advanced properties in terms of strength and light weight. Carbon fibre is prized in the aerospace, high-performance automotive and elite sports industries due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, which enables the manufacture of lightweight and extremely strong structures. Meanwhile, aramid, known commercially as Kevlar®, offers superior impact and cut resistance, making it ideal for applications requiring ballistic protection, personal protective equipment and high-strength parts.
Resins
Polyester resins are versatile and economical materials widely used in the manufacture of products such as boats, car bodies and swimming pools. They are characterised by their resistance to water and chemicals, making them ideal for marine and construction applications. However, they have lower fatigue and impact resistance compared to other resins, which may limit their use in more demanding projects in terms of durability. Vinylester and epoxy resins, on the other hand, offer higher resistance to corrosion and mechanical stress. Vinylester resins combine properties of polyester and epoxy, being more flexible and resistant to fracture. They are ideal for applications where enhanced chemical properties are required, such as in storage tanks or pipelines. Epoxy resins, on the other hand, are noted for their exceptional adhesion, toughness and impact resistance, which is why they are used in aerospace industries and in the manufacture of high performance products such as structural parts and advanced adhesives.
Training Courses for Companies and Individuals
In our company we offer training courses on composite materials aimed at individuals and companies, where students are provided with the knowledge required to carry out work with composite materials. We carry out training cycles in manual lamination, vacuum compaction and resin infusion in our facilities, where we teach both theoretical knowledge and practical exercises on real parts and moulds (repairs, manufacture, painting, finishing, etc.). We also offer customised courses for company training, both in resin infusion, manual lamination and vacuum compaction, in which we analyse the needs expressed by the client and adapt the practices and theory to the desired level. We travel to your facilities if required, to work on your own production parts or moulds and make the practices as effective as possible for your subsequent day-to-day work.