Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

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Evonik invests in modernized Rohacell foam production facility

The new plant, to begin production in April 2022, will ensure delivery reliability for future market demand and feature the latest technology and safety standards.

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Addcomposites brings multi-tow AFP system to the composites market

The automated system offered by Addcomposites is adaptable to complex shapes and enables multi-format and multi-material type preforming.

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Ilium Composites launches industrial-grade Amplify surface veil

Amplify is reported to cuts costs by 50% when compared to current market-leading PES surface veils, while achieving greater improvement in fiber print, osmosis and chemical protection.

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Hypetex creates colored carbon fiber covers for IQOS tobacco heating devices

The U.K. manufacturer and supplier of advanced materials coordinated all aspects, from initial concept to final solution, including a fully optimized production process.

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JEC Group reveals 2023 and 2024 trade show dates

Save the date for JEC World 2023 and 2024, which will both occur at the Paris Nord Villepinte in Paris, France.

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The Native Lab launches Catia Design Methodology course

Providing a focus on composite components, eight instructor-led classes beginning April 12 will set the foundations for a robust use of Catia.

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Applied Graphene Materials signs distribution agreement with Rayoung Chemtech

AGM strengthens commercial reach of graphene dispersion technology into the Taiwanese coatings and composites market.

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Automotive

Lanxess expands Tepex flowcore composite range

Focusing on lightweight components for cars, sports equipment and consumer goods, the long fiber-reinforced thermoplastic enhances ductility, recylability and processability. 

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Wind/Energy

Hitachi Power Solutions combines AI, drones to enhance wind turbine blade maintenance services

Blade Total Service follows maintenance service guidelines to ensure greater safety and security at wind power facilities when inspecting blades for repair.

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First edition handbook addresses sustainable composites for additive manufacturing

“Handbook of Sustainable Polymers for Additive Manufacturing,” authored by Boeing AM lead, Antonio Paesano, PhD, highlights up-to-date information and data of actual commercial materials.

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Thermoplastics

AFPT GmbH expects to acquire composite tube manufacturer

Netherlands-based Alformet BV will enable AFPT to expand the use of tubular, fiber-reinforced thermoplastic structures across a wide range of end markets.

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Hydrogen Storage

H2Bus hydrogen-electric bus launches in Europe

The eight-meter minibus demonstrates the viability of hydrogen fuel cell technology in transit vehicles, complete with Loop Energy eFlow technology and hydrogen storage tanks.

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