Lightweight construction is about far more than just reducing weight. Our panels combine high structural stability, durability and design with minimal material usage.
The result is solutions that are not only functional, but also sustainable.
By combining state-of-the-art foam and honeycomb core technologies with innovative facing sheets, we develop products that excel across a wide range of industries:
Vehicle Construction & Transport: Weight reduction increases efficiency, range and payload capacity.
Industry & Construction: Robustness and flexibility for demanding applications.
Caravan & Recreational Vehicles: Lightweight, stable and aesthetic solutions for mobile living
With over 25 years of experience, we work closely with our customers to develop tailor-made solutions – from one-off custom designs to series production.
This is how lightweight concepts are created that set new standards.
We inspire with tailor-made, ecologically sustainable lightweight solutions that deliver greater efficiency and performance. With a high degree of flexibility and commitment, we develop customer-specific solutions ranging from individual panels to complete system components – from special one-off solutions to series production.
WE ARE THE PIONEER OF ECOLOGICALLY SUSTAINABLE LIGHTWEIGHT SOLUTIONS
Thermoplastic lightweight panels are environmentally sustainable lightweight solutions for industries aiming to reduce resource consumption while increasing performance – including vehicle manufacturing, caravan construction, container systems, the building industry and industrial applications.
These mono-material elements, made from PP or PET, are bonded using an irreversible thermal fusing process, creating a homogeneous structure that is 100% recyclable.
Lightweight foam panels offer an ideal combination of extremely low weight, high strength and excellent insulation, making them the preferred choice for many technical applications.
Honeycomb panels are composed of a lightweight yet extremely robust polypropylene honeycomb structure that delivers exceptional stability and strength.
Bonded or welded PP honeycomb / foam panels with slip-resistant surfaces. In thermoplastic materials, the core and face layers are joined in an irreversible melting process, creating a durable and homogeneous composite structure.
The complete range of lightweight flooring solutions offers an innovative, weight-optimized alternative to conventional solid materials such as plywood or phenolic boards. Despite their low weight, the panels deliver high structural stability, long service life and maximum weight efficiency in practical use.
TOP-tec ALU is a composite panel consisting of an aluminum honeycomb core and aluminum face sheets.
The location of our company inspires the entire team every day to actively contribute to reducing environmental pollution. Surrounded by unspoiled mountains and meadows, design composite relied on state-of-the-art ecological construction methods when building its new production facility in the Salzburg region of Pinzgau.
The measures implemented have resulted in a positive energy balance and enabled the sustainable reduction of a calculated CO₂ emission equivalent of 140 tons per year.
For us, sustainability is more than a goal – it is an integral part of our corporate strategy.
Through innovative technologies, a responsible supply chain, and a clear ESG focus, we develop sustainable solutions that meet the requirements of tomorrow.
95% renewable energy (Scope 1 and 2 in accordance with GHG Protocol guidelines) for climate-friendly production
Attractive working conditions for dedicated employees
Active support of regional initiatives
Development of smart solutions in close collaboration with customers and suppliers
Circular-ready products
Continuous advancement of sustainable product innovations
Design Composite GmbH
Design Composite GmbH
Gewerbegebiet Lengdorf 4
5722 Niedernsill
Austria
