Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

People in Composites: November 2022

New hires, appointments and changes in executive leadership have been announced by Wickert, Michelman, Altair, Fortify, KraussMaffei and the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA).

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Financial backing fuels growth plans for Atlas Composite Technologies 

A seven-figure investment will aid the composites manufacturing in diversifying into new end markets, and investment in a new facility, equipment, premises and adding to its staff.  

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Wind/Energy

NRP Zero invests in hydrogen pressure vessel producer Umoe Advanced Composites

Nordic shareholding investment funds UAC’s manufacturing expansion in Norway and Asia, with an initial target volume of 12,000 fiberglass storage tanks annually for both facilities.  

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Carbon Fibers

We Are One announces new Convergence carbon fiber rims, wheels

Boston Materials ZRT composite films are featured in the twisted-shape bicycle rim, enhancing strength, durability and light weight.  

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Pressure Vessels

IIT Mandi researchers use microwaves, eco-friendly chemicals to recover glass fibers

Development of a rapid, sustainable microwave-assisted chemical recycling process targets decommissioned wind turbine blades, promotes decreased landfill disposal.  

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Wind/Energy

Vestas EnVentus order, Minnesota Power proposal advance U.S. wind capacity

In November, Vestas secured a 300-MW order for the Illinois-based Goose Creek Wind farm, and Minnesota Power doubled its wind energy proposal to 400 MW, projects which are aiming for 100% clean energy for each state by 2050.  

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Wind/Energy

Vestas expands partnership with long-time blades partner TPI Composites

Continuous collaborative effort is sought to strengthen the wind energy supply chain, such as production setup optimization for current and future wind blade facilities, and evaluation of future locations.  

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Hydrogen Storage

Hexagon Purus receives first hydrogen distribution systems order for 2024

Hybrid system will enable German-based Hypion to efficiently transport and refuel hydrogen with the same distribution system.  

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Biomaterials

University of Maine unveils 100% bio-based 3D-printed home

BioHome3D, made of wood fibers and bioresins and entirely 3D printed, highlights Maine’s effort to address the need for more affordable housing.  

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Sustainability

Lilium, Saudia Airlines announce plan to bring electric air mobility to Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s national airline invests in sustainable air mobility with plans to purchase 100 all-electric Lilium Jets and support certification across the MENA region.

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Aerospace

Thompson Aero Seating announces development of Dynamic Test Facility in Ireland

The £7.5 million investment builds up in-house R&D and testing capabilities for Thompson’s airline seating products, including furthering research in composites use.  

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Automotive

Base Materials showcases Ares 770 tooling material

Ares 770 is designed for the manufacture of master models and patterns used in the production of carbon fiber parts, as well as vacuum forming and thermoforming.  

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