Vectorply is now hiring for our Customer Service Department. Please e-mail resumes to thattaway@vectorply.com if interested.

CUSTOMER SERVICE ~ JOB OPENING

Date:05/20/2013       

Title: Customer Service Representative

Hours:Full Time 8am to 5pm (est)

Company overview

Vectorply is a privately owned company with headquarters in Phenix City, AL.  Vectorply employs approximately 100 employees between administration, sales and production.  Vectorply produces more than 300 different styles of reinforcement fabrics for a wide variety of composites applications.  The company operates a factory in Alabama and contracts manufacturing with partners in China and England. 

Position ~ Customer Service Representative

Vectorply is a dynamic market driven company with a strong focus on exceeding our customers’ expectations.  The customer service responsibilities are very diversified, handling every aspect from order entry to customer delivery.  One of our mission statements is, “make it easy for our customers to do business with us”.  Vectorply is looking for a motivated, professional business person willing to work hard and be part of a winning team.

Job requirements

• 4 year undergraduate degree (business preferred)
• 2 years Customer Service Experience (preferred but not mandatory)
• Ability to communicate well with others and work cohesively in a team environment
• Outgoing personality with strong initiative
• Strong verbal, written and organizational skills
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint applications
• Support & assist outside sales functions of regional managers
• Flexibility to work unscheduled time when necessary

Please forward all resumes to Employ@vectorply.com

Vectorply Give Away Contest

To enter the contest, all you have to do is either "like" our Facebook page or "follow" us on Twitter…it's that simple! We will be announcing the winner of the contest on November 1st.Visit us at IBEX (booth 1426) to see these grand prizes in person.

custom flying v snowboard: This is a 2012 Burton Custom Flying V snowboard. Value - $529.95 Description: The addition of Squeezebox to the Burton Custom Flying V changes the game completely for rides like Mikkel Bang and Mads Jonsson. The thinner core underfoot transitions to thicker, more powerful areas between and outside your feet to optimize pop, snap and handling. Considering this Flying V is already Springloaded with rocker float and camber stability, along with the electrified edge control of Lightning Bolts and Frostbite, it's advisable you keep this board stored outside. For more details on this board, visit Burton's website: Click to visit site.

short bus skims skimboard: This is a special edition skimboard made just for our contest by Short Bus Skims. Description: It is 52" x 3/4". It is a high performance epoxy skimboard that is designed for beginner through expert riders. It is designed to have superior float while being very responsive in critical sections of the wave. These boards can be purchased through Natural Art Surf Shop in Buxton, NC and Outer Banks Boarding Company (OBBC) in Nags Head, NC. For custom orders, please contact shortbusskims@gamil.com For the latest skims, check out shortbusskims.weebly.com.

strada 66" slalom ski: This is a 2012 Strada, 66" slalom ski. Value - $1,429.99 Description: A new 45 degree torsional carbon layup has made the Strada more dynamic off the second wake and sturdier at the finish of the turn. The Strada sits atop the World Pro rankings as teh men's and women's #1 ski. The ski only weighs 3.6 lbs compared to other skis that weigh 8 lbs. Aaron Larkin has used the Strada skis for the past 5 years. He is the #2 rated slalom skier in the world and has won the past three pro tour championships on this ski.

Customer Service Job Opening

Date: 08/11/2011

Title: Customer Service Representative

Hours: Full Time 8am to 5pm (est)

Company overview

Vectorply is private company with headquarters in Phenix City, AL. Vectorply employs approximately 100 employees between administration, sales and production. Vectorply produces more than 300 different styles of reinforcement fabrics for a wide variety of composites applications. The company operates a factory in Alabama and contracts manufacturing with partners in China and England.

Position ~ Customer Service Representative

Vectorply is a dynamic market driven company with a strong focus on exceeding our customer's expectations. The customer service responsibilities are very diversified, handling every aspect from order entry to customer delivery. Our unofficial mission statement is, "make it easy for our customers to do business with us". Vectorply is looking for a professional business person willing to work hard and advance quickly as our company grows.

Job requirements

• 4 year undergraduate degree (business preferred)
• 2 years Customer Service Experience (preferred but not mandatory)
• Ability to communicate well with others and work cohesively in a team environment
• Outgoing personality with strong initiative
• Strong verbal, written and organizational skills
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint applications
• Support & assist outside sales functions of regional managers
• Flexibility to work unscheduled time when necessary

Please forward all resumes to employment@vectorply.com

Vectorply Introduces the Lightest Weight Carbon Non-Crimp Fabric Ever

Phenix City, Al – August 9, 2011 - Vectorply is extremely excited to introduce the lightest weight double bias carbon fabric to the market.  The C-BX 0300 (100 gsm) is our newest product in the VectorUltraline of reinforcements. 

“For the first time, we now have a product that is lightweight and offers better mechanical properties than traditional 1K woven carbon fabrics,” says Trey Sawtelle, Co-President of Vectorply Corporation.  “There are many composite markets such as aerospace, automotive, defense, and sporting equipment that can benefit from this new lightweight multiaxial fabric development.”

The breakthrough in the ability to spread carbon fiber tow into very thin layers provides a high performance reinforcement fabric at a lower cost, compared to a 1K carbon woven fabric of comparable weight.

Samples are available for immediate shipment.  Please call us at 1-800-577-4521 or visitwww.vectorply.com (search products) for more detailed information regarding the C-BX 0300.

Vectorply is a world leader in the development, manufacturing and distribution of multiaxial composite fabrics.  Our products are widely used in Industrial, Marine, Sports & Recreation and Aerospace

Below is a link to an interesting technical paper on New Composite Material.  To learn more about this topic, please visit:

http://newsroom.uts.edu.au/news/2011/04/a-breakthrough-on-paper-thats-stronger-than-steel

April 12, 2011 – Phenix City, Alabama

Vectorply Corporation announces the promotion of Trey Sawtelle and Trevor Humphrey to co-President of the corporation.

A leading manufacturer of non-crimp multi-axial composite reinforcements, Vectorply Corporation, announces the promotion of Donald W. Sawtelle III (Trey) and Trevor V. Humphrey to co-Presidents. Current President and CEO, Donald L. Massey, will continue as CEO and remain on the board.  Don will focus on strategic issues and be less involved in the day-to-day aspects of running the business.  Don Massey says, “I am really excited to make this announcement.  I am 100% confident Trey and Trevor have the experience and competitive drive to take Vectorply to the next level.”

Trey Sawtelle started with the company in July of 1994.  In 1996, he was named the West Coast Sales Manager and relocated to the company’s California office.  He returned to the Alabama headquarters office in 1999 as VP of sales.  In 2007, Trey’s responsibility was expanded and he was promoted to Senior Vice President.  In his new position as co-President, he will have added responsibility and authority for the overall direction and growth of the business.  Trey commented, “I look forward to leading Vectorply as we approach the many new and exciting market opportunities for composites.  My focus will be on the larger opportunities where Vectorply’s high quality products and service excellence brings us a competitive advantage.”

Trevor Humphrey started with Vectorply in October 1996.  During his 15-year tenure, Trevor has served in several key positions.  He started his career as a Field Sales Engineer.  In 1998, he was promoted to Vice President of Business Development and managed several large direct customers while developing new business worldwide.  In late 2000, he was promoted to Vice President of Operations and managed production, quality and plant engineering.  In 2007, Trevor was promoted to Senior Vice President.  His duties still included Operations with additional responsibilities to include raw material purchases and supply contracts.  In his new role as co-President, Trevor looks forward to contributing to the growth of Vectorply. His technical expertise of composite materials and applications will help position Vectorply to better serve our loyal customer base and expand opportunities in this exciting and developing composites market.    

Vectorply is a privately held company with headquarters in Phenix City, Alabama. Vectorply makes more than 350 different styles of reinforcement fabrics for an unlimited number of composite applications. Vectorply products are produced in the United States, China and England. These factories give Vectorply the capacity to produce more than 65 million pounds of quality reinforcements annually.

Click on the link below for information on "Fatigue Trends for Wind Blade Infusion Resins and Fabrics".  This study was done by MSU and includes Vectorply fabrics.  For more information, please contact us at 334-291-7704.

http://www.coe.montana.edu/composites/documents/2010_AIAA%20SDM_%20fatigue%20trends%20final%201.pdf

To learn more about this topic, please visit:

http://www.coe.montana.edu/composites/documents/AIAA-2008-1346-Samborsky%20Agastra%20Mandell.pdf

Below is an interesting article on how carbon nanotubes are used to check airplane composite laminates for internal damage:

http://web.mit.edu/newsoffice/2011/seeing-below-the-surface-0324.html

This week, all VectorLam™ Blue and older software workbooks reached their expiration dates and have become unusable.  An updated version with an extended expiration date (VectorLamBlue.10.4.10) is now available for download from the Vectorply website.  To copy over saved laminates and materials fro...

Shawn White won the gold medal in the Men's Snowboarding Half-Pipe at the Winter Olympics!  The snowboard he was riding was made with Vectorply fiberglass!

Way to go Shawn White! ...

American Shaun White is the defending Olympic champion and overwhelming favorite in Cypress, so does anyone have a chance to top him? Shaun White rides a Burton Snowboard made with Vectorply Fiberglass. Check out NBC Prime Time tonight (2/17) for a look ahead to the men's halfpipe competition on Day 6 of the Winter Olympic's.

http://www.nbcolympics.com/snowboarding/index.html

Stop by our booth at COMPOSITES 2010 in Las Vegas located at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. Our booth number is 816. Show dates are February 9-11. Exhibiting dates are the 10-11. We will also be a part in the main presentation and wind blade infusion demonstration. This will be going on inside the convention center on the 10th at 2:00 pm and the 11th at 1:00 pm. Stop by our booth for more details. We look forward to seeing you there!

Season's Greetings and Best Wishes for a Happy New Year from the entire Vectorply Team

Stop by our booth at IBEX 2009 at the Miami Beach Convention Center! Our booth number is 1825. Look forward to seeing you there!!

Due to the recent focus on renewable energy sources, such as wind power, composite manufacturers have been expanding their product ranges and capabilities. With this shift toward more highly engineered composite structures comes a need for specific reinforcements necessary to meet the stringent design requirements. VectorWind multiaxial reinforcements are now available from Vectorply which have been designed specifically for these applications.

The VectorWind product line reflects the most commonly used glass fiber reinforcements used in wind blade and nacelle manufacturing. Heavy weight unidirectionals and 0/90 degree biaxials in the 740gsm to 1840gsm (22oz/yd2 to 55oz/yd2) range are available for spar cap and root section applications, while double bias and warp/weft triaxials in the range of 425gsm to 1650gsm (12oz/yd2 to 48oz/yd2) are available for airfoil sections and shear webs. While wind energy is a relatively new technology, there are many installations that have been operational for several years and may need repairs and/or retrofitting. VectorWind reinforcements are also ideal for blade and nacelle repair; whether for newly produced structures damaged during transportation or older installations in need of an upgrade.

Every VectorWind product can be used in more advanced processing techniques such as vacuum infusion and prepreg/oven cure in polyester, vinylester, or epoxy resion systems. For a complete listing of Vectorply standard products, please reference the standard product booklet or vist our website at www.vectorply.com

(Phenix City, AL) Vectorply Corporation announced today that the current version of its popular VectorLam™ software has been updated to include new materials and analysis tools. Vectorply glass, carbon, and aramid reinforcements have been updated to the current standard product listing, and the core material database has been updated to reflect recent product line changes and new products. There are also additions to the database specific to infusion including new materials and updated properties for existing materials.

The updated software also contains a new "Stiffener" page, which will allow users to better determine deflections, bending moments, safety factors, and other properties for beams or hull stringers according to theory based on Det Norske Veritas (DNV) High Speed Craft rules. The updated version is currently available for download from the Vectorply website. Vectorply®, headquartered in Phenix City, Alabama, is a leading manufacturer of non-crimp composite reinforcement fabrics. For a complete list of products and services available, please visit www.vectorply.com.

For further information contact: Philip Steggall - psteggall@vectorply.com 401-965-5387 Trevor Gundberg – tgundberg@vectorply.com 1-800-577-4521 or 334-291-7704

VectorUltra™ from Vectorply Corporation: A Wide Variety of Advanced Reinforcement Solutions that are "Always in Stock" For performance driven composite applications, advanced reinforcing fibers such as carbon and aramid are a necessity. A wide range of these advanced fiber products are needed to fully optimize key physical and mechanical properties such as weight, thickness, stiffness and strength. Fortunately, Vectorply Corporation provides a wide range of reinforcements that can meet almost any requirement. Better yet, the standard VectorUltra™ products are always in stock and ready to ship. From unidirectionals to quadraxials, Vectorply Corporation supplies a wide variety of high strength, standard modulus carbon reinforcements.

These product range in weight from 4.5oz/yd² (150g/m²) up to 24oz/yd² (800g/m²). In fact, the C-BX 0450 product is the lightest double bias carbon fabric available on the market today. The lightweight double bias reinforcements are more drapeable and provide more reinforcing options than many standard 0°/90° wovens. Heavier weight carbon multiaxial reinforcements are also available.

These products can be used to replace multiple lightweight wovens. The C-QX 1800 and C-QX 2300 quadraxials can replace several layers of continuously rotated unidirectionals, which will save considerable lay-up time and fabric waste. Vectorply Corporation also provides hybrid aramid and E-glass double bias fabrics for lightweight impact resistant applications. The standard hybrids are provided for better processing (easier to cut) and lower cost than standard all-aramid reinforcements. For a complete listing of VectorUltra™ products, please reference Vectorply's standard product booklet or website at www.vectorply.com.

Vectorply Corporation's Engineered Reinforcements for Composite Tank and Pipe Fabricators Composite tanks, pipes, scrubbers, and other structures are key components in safely handling, storing and the transportation of highly corrosive fluids and other hazardous products. Fabricating such large, and often complex structures, can be difficult with standard methods such as filament winding and spray-up fiberglass chop.

Vectorply Corporation's VectorMat™ (binder-free stitched chopped mat) and weft (90°) unidirectional materials are ideal materials for increasing production efficiencies. Both the VectorMat™ and weft unidirectional reinforcements are sufficiently robust to be pulled through resin baths and easily wound on traditional tank and pipe mandrels. The wide range of VectorMat™ reinforcements (available in areal weights from 1.0 oz/ft² to 4.0 oz/ft²) allow for rapid thickness build up, which aid in decreasing processing time and labor.

VectorMat™ is "binder free" allowing for a quick wet out and high conformability. Vectorply's weft unidirectional reinforcements are used to increase longitudinal stiffness of pipes and are commonly used to join tank sections together. Standard available areal weights are 9.22oz/yd² and 15.5oz/yd², and are available in various roll widths up to 100?. For a complete listing of Vectorply's standard products, please reference the standard product booklet or visit us on the web at www.vectorply.com.

"Clear the Air" with Vectorply Corporation's VectorFusion™ Vacuum Infusion Grade Materials Due to government regulations and competition among fabricators, switching from traditional open mold processing to vacuum infusion has become increasingly prevalent. In addition, vacuum infusion can also create numerous advantages within the workplace and with the use of VectorFusion™ reinforcements these advantages can be optimized. Vacuum infusion processing, or VIP, is ideal for reducing or eliminating potentially harmful VOC emissions, which creates safer working conditions and reduces the impact on the environment. Not only is VIP a "green" process, but the part-to-part consistency and overall laminate quality is greatly enhanced. Some forms of VIP, while eliminating VOCs, produce more solid waste in the form of surface flow medias and peel plies.

Using VectorFusion™ reinforcements eliminates the need for these sacrificial materials, lessening the environmental impact even more. VectorFusion™ reinforcements only selectively use continuous filament mats (CFM), which can use excessive amounts of resin. A combination of less CFM and resin means higher mechanical properties and less loss of laminate thickness. "Clear the Air" by using VectorFusion™ reinforcements in your next VIP project. For a complete listing of Vectorply standard products, please reference the standard product booklet or visit our website at www.vectorply.com.

Vectorply Corporation Expands VectorFusion™ and VectorUltra™ Product Lines to Meet High Performance Requirements Vectorply Corporation, being dedicated to improving the performance and reliability of their customers' composite structures, has expanded their standard vacuum infusion and advanced fiber product lines. VectorFusion™ vacuum infusion-grade materials, which merges high resin permeability with structural reinforcements, now includes a greater variety of multiaxial & 0°/90° channeled biaxial products. VectorUltra™ advanced reinforcement materials now include infusion grade products that utilize Micromesh™ for better resin impregnation while maintaining high fiber volume fractions.

The VectorFusion™ line now includes a wider range of E-glass fiber reinforcements from 18 oz/yd² (600 gsm) up to 108 oz/yd² (3700 gsm). The E-LTi 1800 channeled 0°/90° biaxial was added for use in infused lightweight sandwich laminates where thin skins are a requirement. The E-3LTi 5400 channeled fabric was also added to provide a suitable mid-range reinforcement between the E-LTi 3600 and E-2LTi 7200 products. Warp (or 0°) dominant biaxial reinforcements E-LTi 2500 and E-2LTi 5000 are excellent replacements for standard unidirectional fabrics in infused laminates for such applications as stiffener caps or localized reinforcement. For infusible E-glass fiber multiaxials, two versions of the 0°/+60°/-60° triaxial, E-TLYA 2712 and E-TLYA 3612 (+/-60°) , are now available as standard products along with the E-QXCFM 3510 quadraxial. The two triaxial reinforcements conform very well to complex mold shapes, requiring little to no darting or cutting and both utilize a lightweight 1.2 oz/yd² (41 gsm) A-glass veil for increased resin flow characteristics. For thicker sections requiring isotropic properties, the quadraxial E-QXCFM 3510 employs a 1.0 oz/ft² continuous filament mat (305 gsm continuous filament mat). As with all VectorFusion™ reinforcements, each of the above listed products act as its own flow media, and does not require sacrificial medias or cloths in order to be properly infused.

The advanced fiber VectorUltra™ line has added two infusion-grade carbon fiber reinforcements to its already wide range of standard products. The C-BXi 1205 double bias (±45°) and C-LTi 1105 biaxial (0°/90°) reinforcements use a very lightweight 0.5 oz/yd² (17 gsm) Micromesh™ non-woven veil in between the plies for increased flow rates and more importantly better fiber impregnation. The Micromesh™ also increases interlaminar shear strength and toughness, which has always been an issue with carbon fiber based composites. For a complete listing of VectorFusion™ and VectorUltra™ standard products, please reference Vectorply's standard product booklet or website at www.vectorply.com.

Vectorply would like to announce the addition of a new section to our website. Weekly, we will update a list of our first quality slow moving and off quality goods. You can find this list by going to the "reinforcements" tab then click on "slow moving goods" at the far right. Please note that these products are available on a first come, first served basis and that freight will be negotiated on a case by case basis.

Vectorply Corporation has expanded its Vectorfusion line to include triaxials and quadraxials stitched to a special high flow continuous filament mat. The line of special infusion specific fabrics still includes the popular channeled multiplane fabrics. A new product brochure which includes "Tips for Successful Infusion" is available from Vectorply. Send us an e-mail request and we will send you the new brochure immediately.

Vectorply is pleased to announce a new product to our advanced line of VectorUltra specialty fabrics. We are introducing a 6 oz/yd^2 +/-45 degree carbon fabric available in 50" width or any slit widths divisible by 50" (must utilize full width). This product is intended to compete with lightweight woven fabrics that are currently in tight supply. The differences are: C-BX 0600 is a tight construction (not gappy) knitted fabric stitched 5 gauge... not woven. C-BX 0600 is not the same cosmetically as a woven but will work well for inner plies as an alternative where cosmetics are not the reason for use. Sample swatches are available today. Give us a call -- we will be happy to answer any questions!