Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

Carbon Fibers

Hexcel launches HexTow IM9 24K intermediate modulus carbon fiber

Workhorse carbon fiber is particularly suited to primary and secondary aerospace vehicle structure development, aided by its high tensile strength and modulus.

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Airtech, Caracol grow LFAM with Dalhtram resins, Heron AM pairing

New partnership will see Dahltram resins qualified for integration with Caracol’s Heron AM platform.

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Molds/Tools

Massivit, Sika to co-brand digital tooling materials for Massivit 10000 series

Strategic MOU initially introduces SikaBiresin CIM 120 and SikaBiresin CIM 80 to serve crucial composites market needs for 3D printing tooling, prototyping and more.

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Composites 4.0

Plataine expands NCC's AI, IoT optimization capabilities

Under this partnership, the NCC will leverage technologies such as time-sensitive material management and Plataine’s Digital Twin to further develop its composites R&D.

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Composite Essential Materials, Nord Composites form joint venture

Creation of Nord Composites U.S. represents an opportunity for both companies to strengthen their North American presence, better understand customers needs.

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Consumer

Swancor, Massload jointly develop 100% recycled bicycle bottle cage

A blend of recycled carbon fiber and PA6 pellets, the bicycle component will be commercialized in Q1 2024.

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NCC develops cryostat device and test method for cryogenic composites testing

Targeting hydrogen applications, novel technology and method provide a solution for screening a wide selection of materials to better understand their properties at cryogenic temperatures.

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Automation

Broetje-Automation, Spirit complete CCPS project for automating aircraft preform production

Continuous composite preforming system (CCPS) integrates all work steps, from the roll to the stringer, in a fully automated, smaller footprint process, taking the next step for future aircraft programs.

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TeXtreme releases TeXtreme 360° discontinuous tape-based fiber

High strength, stiffness and fatigue performance, in addition to enhanced design flexibility, make the spread tow tapes well suited for application versatility.

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Thermoplastics

Aimplas, Redit Ventures launch Lofith Composites

New company launch will focus on the design and creation of long fiber-reinforced thermoplastic pellets and UD tapes for automotive, aerospace and construction.

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WT&C introduces fireproof ALEC² PyroWall ceramic for FRP products

The polymer-free “composite” is a safe and circular option for manufactured FRP composite applications, offering enhanced protection during heat and fire events.

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Molds/Tools

Belotti to integrate hybrid BEAD system with Adaxis AdaOne software

Through this strategic collaboration, BEAD’s additive and subtractive capabilities for large-scale AM composite tooling production are made more accessible.

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