Biomaterials in CW Articles, News and Products
CW's Latest Biomaterials Articles
PUR composite sandwich panels for 3D automotive parts, high-volume panels and more
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorldAt its U.S. sites, Ascorium produces glass fiber/PUR 3D parts via semi-automated molding, high-volume flat panels via a continuous line while working toward bio-based PUR and recycling.
Biomaterials make strides toward composites sustainability
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldA compilation of trends in development or application of natural fibers, bio-based resins and more showcases industry players, educational institutes and global projects.
Evolving natural fiber technology to meet industry sustainability needs
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorldFrom flax fiber composite boats to RV exterior panels to a circularity model with partnerships in various end markets, Greenboats strives toward its biomaterials and sustainable composites vision in an ever-changing market.
Post Cure: Natural mineral fiber biocomposite via AFP enhances implant integration
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldArctic Biomaterials produces high-quality composite biomaterials incorporating a natural mineral fiber that is useful in medical and healthcare-related fields.
Airbus works to improve the life cycle of composites in future aircraft
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorldThis companion article to CW's September 2024 Airbus Illescas plant tour discusses recycling, LCA, biocomposites, Fast Track technologies, qualification and more.
JEC World 2024 highlights: Glass fiber recycling, biocomposites and more
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorldCW technical editor Hannah Mason discusses trends seen at this year’s JEC World trade show, including sustainability-focused technologies and commitments, the Paris Olympics amongst other topics.
Biomaterials in the news
Bio-based composite Skaw A foiling scow yacht is built with Greenpoxy resins
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldSicomin has partnered with Skaw Sailing and Shoreteam to deliver a foiling yacht design for cruising that embodies durability and performance with a low environmental impact.
Evonik publishes life cycle assessment data in online database
Jessica PompiliEvonik has made LCA information available for its High Performance Polymers Plastics database, which incorporates its fiber-reinforced and transparent polyamide products.
Exel launches commercial-scale use of INEOS bio-based resins
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldCircular feedstock-based Envirez serves as a springboard for the pultrusion specialist to phase out use of hydrocarbon-derived resins, reducing 21% manufacturing emissions.
Okom wrks labs works with Autodesk for mycelium-based composite commercialization
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldResearch Residency program will further refine material properties and manufacturing processes to support the startup’s efforts of providing high-performance, regenerative biocomposite solutions.
NREL develops biomass-derived resin PECAN for wind blades
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldDemonstration and findings validate PECAN as a method for developing long blades that perform well with composites, outperform some resins and enable chemical recycling.
CUBIC project updates reinforce focus on bio-based composites development
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldWork is currently underway by project coordinator Aitiip and consortium partners innovating various polyamide, carbon fibers and epoxy resins as part of its goal to replace petroleum-based derivatives in automotive, energy and beyond.
Duplicor biocomposite cladding aids redevelopment of ABN AMRO office building in Amsterdam
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorldChosen for low CO2 footprint, RC value >9, fire resistance, light weight and high strength, Duplicor façade structures are key to two-story extension.
BiDebA project supports bio-based adhesives development for composites
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldFive European project partners are to engineer novel bio-based adhesives, derived from renewable resources, to facilitate composites debonding, circularity in transportation markets.
Optiplan automotive sandwich panels optimized via AOC rPET resin series
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldIncorporation of AOC’s Synolite rPET resins into FRP cover sheets enables the development of more eco-friendly truck construction.
ASK Chemicals fosters circular economy via distillate recycling
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldThe suitability of the recycling and reuse of solvents as a source for new resin and material formulations has been confirmed over years of research.
On the radar: Biomaterials take center stage in composites manufacturing
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldCW provides examples of current developments and collaborations in sustainable fiber development, accessibility.
Lignin reinforcement enhances PLA biopolymer functionality
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldIntensive development work between Synergy Horizon Poland and KraussMaffei has resulted in development of bio-based PLA using 30% hydrolized lignin during extrusion processes.
Sicomin GreenPoxy 33 chosen for Spleene kiteboard range
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldFlax fiber multiaxial reinforcement plies, a CNC milled wood core and bamboo rail sections are press molded together using Sicomin’s bio-epoxy resin system for an eco-friendly twintip kiteboard production.
UMaine BioHome3D meets sustainability, strength and durability goals
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldData collected from one year of outdoor testing reasserts the 3D-printed, bio-based structure’s viability to address housing challenges, sets the stage for future development.
DumoLab's biodegradable arch enables biocomposite concrete alternatives
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldTerrene 3.0 is a compression-dominant arch developed as a multidisciplinary research project composed of natural fiber-reinforced sand and other biomaterials that delivers eco-friendly, less energy-intensive building methods.
Toray obtains ISCC certification for European carbon fiber production facilities
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldToray Carbon Fibers Europe will product and supply carbon fibers derived from biomass and recycled materials, with future plans to obtain ISCC Plus certification for Japan and U.S. plants by 2024.
DITF researches lignin-based protective coating for natural fiber geotextiles
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldThe bio-based coating was applied to yarns and textile surfaces to extend service life with positive results, suggesting its future application in civil engineering.
Toray boosts stake in Thai subsidiary to upgrade cellulosic sugar production
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldIts work to produce bio-based fibers, resins and films will be augmented through a 84.4% stake and a larger facility to enable commercial production of 100,000 metric tons of cellulosic sugar annually by 2030.
Biomaterials based products
Xenia Materials launches 3DF filaments, expands into FDM, FFF
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorld3D printing filament collection incorporates carbon fiber reinforcement, bio-based options.
BioPowder introduces olive stone-based fiber additives, fillers
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldOlea FP brand transforms olive oil byproducts into high-quality powders with optimal performance that act as fillers and additives for composite applications.
Super Resin Inc. highlights plant-based epoxy resin, foam core
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldEco-friendly resin system using glycol lignin offers an eco-friendly option for CFRP structures and components, and core materials.
Syensqo expands bio-based portfolio with novel MTM epoxy prepreg
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldBio-based MTM 49-3 responds to sustainability goals in automotive, containing 30% bio-sourced monomers.
SHD Group announces bio-content epoxy prepreg with flexible processing, extended out-life
VTB301 has up to 25% bio-content, and is capable in multiple forms of processing.
HO Sports unveils Sabre water ski with bio-based foam core
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldNew water ski developed in partnership with Checkerspot brings high-performance biomaterials to watersports, replacing petroleum-based materials with algae-derived core.
Asahi Kasei presents circular composite solutions for EV batteries
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldNovel thermoplastic composite materials, a bio-based and biodegradable nanofiber and a technology that chemically recycles PA66 polymers enable more circular, lightweight and connective EVs.
Sperlu prepolymers enable high-performance epoxy resins with up to 80% bio-based content
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorldSpero Renewables has received funding to further scale its pilot production, enabling tunable epoxy resins for composites with Tg of 65-160°C and storage modulus >2,000 megapascals.
SHD Composites supports sustainability initiatives with launch of epoxy prepreg systems
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldSHD introduces its MTB350 component prepreg system and LTB310-1 low-temperature cure epoxy tooling prepreg with 30% bio-derived content.
SABIC launches bio-based, amorphous polymers to support sustainability goals
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldThe ISCC-designated high-performance polyetherimide (PEI) materials offer the same mechanical properties as incumbent Ultem materials, with a focus on challenging applications and a reduced carbon footprint.
Lanxess launches renewable, biocomposite material
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldThe material combines natural flax fibers with bio-based polylactic acid, which acts as the matrix, for a material that is 100% recyclable.
Ru-bix launches a range of bio-based, hybrid tooling boards
Chris PasionRu-bix’s new tooling board products include boards that uses a mix of biomaterial and recycled board swarf, and hybrid boards with high Tg and low CTE.
Applied Graphene Materials launches eco-friendly graphene dispersions range
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldNew bio-based range enables paints, coatings and composites manufacturers to improve product without compromising on performance.
NatureWorks Ingeo 3D700 biopolymer reduces LSAM warpage, minimizes print failures
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldTesting by NatureWorks’ global partners demonstrates a shrink rate less than 0.25% in printed parts and obtainable lower print temperatures due to optimized melt viscosity and microstructure.
Sicomin launches FireGreen 37 fire-retardant, bio-epoxy laminating resin system
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldMore sustainable formulation features 25% plant-based carbon content, a halogen-free chemistry and has been optimized for hand laminating processes.
Lanxess launches bio-based prepolymer line Adiprene Green
Grace Nehls | CompositesWorldThe bio-based prepolymer line are easy to handle and enable a suitable replacement for existing fossil-based polyether prepolymers.
Bitrez launches bio-based resin systems
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorldBitrez Ltd.’s new family of bio-based resins, including bio-epoxy systems and PFA, are designed for composite applications and are REACH compliant.
CAMX 2019 exhibit preview: Sicomin Epoxy Systems
Jeff Sloan | CompositesWorldSicomin Epoxy Systems is featuring its line of advanced epoxy systems and high-performance composite solutions, including MaxCore, its new sandwich core infusion technology, and the latest addition to the GreenPoxy range, SR Greenpoxy 28, its new bio-resin specifically formulated for high-pressure resin transfer molding (HP-RTM).