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CompositesWorld explores the world of fiber-reinforced composites technology. Our coverage digs into what's new and trending in composites design, tooling, materials and fabrication, and we share the stories of how these materials and processes come together in real-world applications for end markets like aerospace, automotive, marine and wind energy.

CompositesWorld News

Curing

Wisconsin Oven ships curing oven for filament-wound composites

Gas-fired batch oven is designed to process up to 5,000 pounds of filament-wound parts at a time, while delivering on optimal temperature uniformity and efficient use of floor space.

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Aerospace

FACC Academy begins training, onboarding operations

FACC’s newly launched training platform will address skilled aerospace worker shortages head on, offering more than 250 specialized training courses for its entire workforce.

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Sustainability

BIOntier project studies multi-sector biocomposites development

Thirty-six month project will develop, demonstrate,and validate the efficacy of bio-based composite products, which will underlie future technologies for automotive, aerospace, hydrogen and water treatment.

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Fabrics/Preforms

Biesterfeld gains composites distribution rights from Saertex 

Under the new strategic distribution partnership, Biesterfeld will be the official sales partner for various Saertex material products to the German market.

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Future Materials Group releases advanced materials market update

Autumn 2024 report offers a detailed market analysis of advanced materials in various sectors including aerospace, automotive and renewable energy. 

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Bonding

AnalySwift receives NASA STTR contract to enable second-use spacecraft infrastructure

Together with Purdue, AnalySwift aims to develop a composite heater layer and a novel software tool or module to achieve assembly, disassembly of thermoplastic composite joints in space during long-duration missions.

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FRP Rebar

GFRP Tech launches South African facility for GFRP rebar production

Said to be the first of its kind in this region, GFRP Tech will manufacture, test and supply flagship EnviraBar and EnviraMesh products to support South Africa’s infrastructure modernization.

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Vertical Aerospace completes Phase 2 piloted flight testing

VX4 eVTOL aircraft prototype begins untethered, piloted, thrust-borne testing following expansion of permit to fly from the UK Civil Aviation Authority.

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Marine

Bio-based composite Skaw A foiling scow yacht is built with Greenpoxy resins

Sicomin has partnered with Skaw Sailing and Shoreteam to deliver a foiling yacht design for cruising that embodies durability and performance with a low environmental impact.

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Thermoset TopCon 2025 calls for papers, sponsors and exhibitors

Thermosets-focused gathering returns to Madison, Wisconsin from May 13-14, 2025, following a similar format to this past year’s successful event.

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