Hexcel consumes a portion of its own fiber, fabric and composite material production internally, with the balance sold into the various markets in which we compete. Thus ensuring that our entire product line is exposed to market forces spurring innovation and cost-competitive production.
As the most vertically integrated supplier in the industry, Hexcel is better able to control the cost, quality and delivery of its products. Vertical integration also means that we can offer enhanced design flexibility and support to our customers worldwide.
Hexcel's research and technology function supports our businesses worldwide with a highly developed expertise in materials science, textiles, process engineering and polymer chemistry. R&T also performs contract research for customers in the US and Europe. Worldwide investment in R&T is coordinated by a committee of managers from each of Hexcel's businesses.
