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BASF expands 3D printing operations with two manufacturer acquisitions

The company is integrating Advanc3D Materials GmbH and Setup Performance SAS into its subsidiary BASF 3D Printing Solutions GmbH.

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Aerospace

Boeing and Embraer to enter strategic partnership

Boeing and Embraer have signed an agreement to establish a joint venture that positions both companies to accelerate growth in global aerospace markets.

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Wind/Energy

Airborne Oil & Gas begins TCP Riser qualification program in South America

The thermoplastic composite pipe riser qualification program aims to provide a disruptive new riser pipe technology for operators with international deepwater applications.

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World of Composites pavilion to launch at Techtextil India 2019

World of Composites 2019 to promote fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) at Techtextil India international textiles and nonwovens trade fair.

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Epoxies

Master Bond launches EP30LTE-2 epoxy system

EP30LTE-2 is designed for joining dissimilar substrates and for sealing, coating and encapsulating, especially for small- to medium-sized castings where a low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) is required.

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Aerospace

Nordson launches automated cartridge dispensing system for sealants

New automated system allows for the application of pre-mixed sealant materials in aerospace assembly operations such as wing spar, panel, fuselage or aircraft door sealing.

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Carbon Fibers

Scm Group, Cms recognized for Emilia 4 solar car contributions

The Italian Emilia 4 team was greeted on June 30 by the Italian Consulate in Chicago, IL, US as they prepare to represent Europe in the American Solar Challenge.

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Aerospace

Facebook ceases Aquila drone development

The company puts an end to its carbon-fiber WiFi drone program, opting instead to partner with aviation companies also working to develop the technology.

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Wind/Energy

Owens Corning partners with CPIC to support growing wind energy demand

The two companies announced a joint investment in a new facility dedicated to the manufacture of high-modulus glass fiber products in China.

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Defense

Bell Boeing awarded multiyear V-22 production contract

The new multiyear production contract provides program production stability for the V-22 tiltrotor aircraft through at least 2024.

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3M glass bubbles enable sheet molded composites for auto industry

By replacing conventional fillers, these hollow glass microspheres can reduce the weight of molded parts without sacrificing strength or aesthetics. 

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Construction

Kordsa begins production of polypropylene monofilament fiber reinforcement

The newly commissioned line is a new version of KraTos which is an innovative concrete reinforcement synthetic fiber used in the construction industry.

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