Teknologi

Tahe Kayaks has concentrated over the years in developing manufacturing techniques together with the composite and thermoplast industry. We use the newest materials and up-to-date production methods. In the company the following production methods are being used:

• hand lay-up – we have used the standard composite construction method now for more than 20 years very successfully in our company, with each kayak constructed by employees with many years of experience. Of course over the years the properties of the raw materials have improved which, with our long time of experience, has helped us to build even stronger and nicer looking kayaks. In this production method we are combining the high performance properties of the DCPD based polyester resin with several types of fibreglass reinforcements.

• carbon/aramide – this composite construction method was launched in Tahe Marine range during 2009 season, due to the demand from our customers. Although 2009 season being more like a custom option, Tahe Kayaks has decided to implement it from 2010 season as a standard lay-up option. In this lay- up the carbon/aramide reinforcement increases durability and stiffness of the kayak, absorbing even less energy during paddling and withstanding the most challenging environments.

• vacuum infusion – do not confuse this with vacuum bagging! Vacuum infusing is one of the most advanced construction methods used in the industry. This production method ensures the best strength/weight ratio possible. Tahe Kayaks as a company launched this production method very successfully in the year of 2005. We have been building our Tahe Marine semi-carbon range ever since. Here we are combining the high-performance properties of marine grade epoxy resin with several types of carbon fibre, carbon/aramide and glass fabrics to create very high-end products.

• light RTM – this production method was launched at Tahe Kayaks during 2009 season as a pilot and has been proven to be very successful. This method has been securing us the high interpretation rate in our products! This method ensures a high rate of production.

• pressure moulding – this production method is being used for paddle manufacturing since 2008 in order to produce carbon fibre, carbon/aramide and fibreglass paddles.

• rotomoulding – in 2009 season, Tahe Kayaks launched their first triple – layer high – density polyethylene kayak with moulded – in inserts in several colour options. We believe it to be a very successful method of extending our range of materials and products. Tahe Kayaks is producing fibreglass kayaks, carbon/aramide kayaks, semi-carbon vacuum infused kayaks and polyethylene kayaks. Tahe Kayaks has also been manufacturing paddles since 2008. Tahe Kayaks is working closely together with the leading suppliers around the world in the industry to offer customers the best value-for-money kayaks available on the market. Every year we have created bolder-looking kayaks both in design and finish – we believe this year is no different. Our aim is not just to satisfy our customers, we want them to be enthusiastic about our products and services. Featured Wind 535