Composite One webinar: Careers in composites
Composite One is co-hosting an upcoming webinar titled, “Careers in Composites: Building Today for the Future of Manufacturing,” on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2:00-3:00 p.m. EDT (1:00-2:00 p.m. CST).
WatchPeople in Composites: October 2020
Safran, Vectorply, Zund America and Exel Composites announce new hires and promotions in the composites industry.
Read MoreAviation research program kicks off for continuous complex composite profiles
InPro project combines blow molding technology with Continuous Compression Molding (CCM) process for efficient, sustainable continuous composite profile production.
Read MoreToray International UK, Astar sign agreement for CMSC supply in U.K.
The addition of carbon fiber sheet molding compound supply to the U.K. composite market will add further value to Toray customers.
Read MoreOli46 Resin Blocker maintains infusion vacuum level
Technical flange is designed to avoid resin waste up to 80%, improve surface finish and save on cost and production time.
WatchAirbus delivers first U.S.-assembled A220
The built and delivered aircraft from the company’s Mobile, Alabama, facility indicates Airbus’ growing industrial footprint in North American markets.
Read MoreUnmanned Loyal Wingman aircraft performs low-speed taxi test
Reaching maximum speeds of 16 mph on the ground, the low-speed taxi determined the Loyal Wingman’s runaway independence for its maiden flight later this year.
Read MoreThermwood demonstrates novel 3D printing approach for large vessel molds
Thermwood 3D-printed and trimmed five-foot-tall sections that were then bound together and bolted to form a complete female mold. The entire mold section, made of four printed pieces, weighs 4,012 pounds and required 65.5 hours to print.
Read MoreTeijin, Safran sign master contract for composite material supply
Some of Tejin’s high-performance composite material supply contracted for the production of Safran aircraft parts will be manufactured by U.S.-based Renegade Materials Corp.
Read MoreSpirit, Bombardier renegotiate terms of Bombardier Belfast sale
Spirit AeroSystems agreed last year to acquire Bombardier’s Belfast plant, which makes the composite wings for the Airbus A220. The COVID-19 pandemic compelled both sides to re-evaluate the value of the transaction.
Read MoreVirgin Hyperloop unveils location for Hyperloop Certification Center
Virgin Hyperloop aims to achieve safety certification by 2025, and commercial operations beginning in 2030.
Read MoreTeijin joins AZL Partner Network
Participation with the cross-industry network’s upcoming multi-material battery casing project and will accelerate Teijin’s automotive composites expertise.
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