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EZ~Brush® Silicone Reusable Vacuum Bagging Demonstration
EZ~Brush® Vac Bag Silicone Rubber Offers Several Advantages Over Conventional Vacuum Bagging Materials

• Reusable Bags Reduces Labor Costs Up To 90%
• Reusable Bags Can Be Used To Quickly Produce Many Parts
• Easy to Mix and Apply
• EZ~Brush® Bags Resist Attack from Chemically Harsh Resins
• Better Heat Resistance up to 500°F / 260°C
• Non-hazardous; No Odor
• Using EZ~Brush® Bags Are Eco-Friendly; Reusable Bags Eliminates Bag Film Waste
 
 A tool used to produce the hull of the Vapor Optimist racing boat is prepared for production.

1 - A tool used to produce the hull of the Vapor Optimist racing boat is prepared for production.
 A channel is routered into the tool that will aid in providing an airtight seal between the tool and the vacuum bag.

2 - A channel is routered into the tool that will aid in providing an airtight seal between the tool and the vacuum bag.
 EZ~Brush® Vac Bag Silicone is mixed and vacuumed.

3 - EZ~Brush® Vac Bag Silicone is mixed and vacuumed.
 EZ~Brush® Vac Bag Silicone is poured over profile.

4 - EZ~Brush® Vac Bag Silicone is poured over profile.
 Three layers of EZ~Brush® silicone are applied to all surfaces, forming a continuous rubber vacuum bag.

5 - Three layers of EZ~Brush® silicone are applied to all surfaces, forming a continuous rubber vacuum bag.
 All layers are allowed to cure.  The bag is strong, durable and dimensionally stable.

6 - All layers are allowed to cure. The bag is strong, durable and dimensionally stable.
 Routered channel holds bag in place ensuring perfect vacuum pressure.

7 - Routered channel holds bag in place ensuring perfect vacuum pressure.
 A resin gel coat is sprayed over the tool.

8 - A resin gel coat is sprayed over the tool.
 Rollers are used to laminate layers of glass matting with resin.

9 - Rollers are used to laminate layers of glass matting with resin.
 Release film and breather are applied.

10 - Release film and breather are applied.
 The EZ~Brush®  vacuum bag is put into position.  Edges are secured using channel routered into tool earlier.

11 - The EZ~Brush® vacuum bag is put into position. Edges are secured using channel routered into tool earlier.
 Vacuum is pulled and the structure is checked for air leaks.

12 - Vacuum is pulled and the structure is checked for air leaks.
 Once the resin cures, the EZ~Brush® bag is removed and stored for future use.

13 - Once the resin cures, the EZ~Brush® bag is removed and stored for future use.
 The finish part reflects perfect detail and a flawless surface finish.  The EZ~Brush® silicone bag cuts production time of the Vapor Optimist by 1/3.

14 - The finish part reflects perfect detail and a flawless surface finish. The EZ~Brush® silicone bag cuts production time of the Vapor Optimist by 1/3.
 Vapor Optimist sailboat made by LaserPerformance.

15 - Vapor Optimist sailboat made by LaserPerformance.


EZ~Brush® Vac Bag Silicone Offers Several Advantages Over Conventional Vacuum Bagging Materials

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