Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

Construction

Novel composites jacket for structural repair wins research commercialization award

Biomimetic-inspired composite pile repair system shows potential for commercialization in infrastructure rehabilitation.

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Recycling

BCA Industries introduces “The Beast” shredder unit

Next-gen shredder for composites recyclers is designed to eliminate catastrophic breakdowns and production downtime by upgrading points of vulnerability and enabling simultaneous shredding and chipping.

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CalTestBed voucher advances R&D efforts for Helicoid Industries leading edge protection technology

In partnership with the University of California, Irvine and New Energy Nexus’ CalTestBed Initiative, Helicoid Industries is to test and de-risk Helicoid leading edge protection technology solution for lighter, highly efficient and durable composite wind blades.

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Sustainability

DETI research project develops digital tools to support sustainable composites manufacturing

Program seeks to solve U.K. design and manufacturing process digitalization challenges such as the eco-meter for visualizing the carbon footprint of composite structures during manufacture.

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Markforged launches aerospace-ready traceable composite materials

Onyx FR-A and Carbon Fiber FR-A materials meet FST requirements, come with traceability and adhere to specifications approved by the National Center for Advanced Materials Performance (NCAMP).

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Glass Fibers

Cobra supports new production concept for composites-intensive VETAL tailsitter drone

Cost-effective composite tooling and a scaled-up production line target durability, production rate and price parameters for the VETAL’s carbon fiber flying wing airframe.

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The Gund Co. acquires Power & Composite Technologies

PCT will continue to operate and serve its historical customers while leveraging The Gund Co.’s composite manufacturing and fabrication capabilities.

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Sustainability

Covestro extends cooperation with Sonnenwagen Aachen team for international solar car races

Covestro to remain the main sponsor until 2023 and fund the development of two new sustainable solar cars for future races incorporating bio-based raw materials and recycled plastics.

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National Composites acquires Able Manufacturing & Assembly

The full-service composites OEM supplier doubles National Composites’ production space and adds additional capabilities such as Class A painting and composite molding exceeding more than 40 feet.

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CRP Technology celebrates 25 years of 3D printing advancements

Founded in the late 1990s, CRP Technology continues to strive for bold innovation and strong contributions through the evolution of its Windform materials and high-performance electric vehicles. 

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SAMPE names 2021 Young Professional of the Year, North American Award winners

Young Professional of the Year award recognizes the achievements of those who have graduated from university and are under the age of 35. North American Award winners reflect those who have succeeded in delivering on SAMPE’s mission.

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Sustainability

Carbon Rivers to commercialize fiberglass composites upcycling project

Novel pyrolysis method recovers fiberglass reinforcement into new, high-value discontinuous composites with minimized input energy requirements for a true circular economy.

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