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Recycling

Permali develops tougher, more eco-friendly composite parts for motorsport

Formula 1 and Hypercar manufacturer in Gloucester, U.K., develops “greener composites” that meet increasing technical demands while still conforming to safety, performance and quality.  

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Aerospace

Hexcel to supply carbon fiber prepreg for Dassault F10X program

The Falcon F10X will be the first Dassault Aviation business jet program to incorporate high-performance carbon fiber in the manufacture of its aircraft wings.

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RTM

Hexcel joins collaboration program at Spirit’s Aerospace Innovation Centre

Collaborative activities include development of RTM production applications highlighting future opportunities for liquid composite molding.  

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Wind/Energy

NPROXX expands business into the U.S.

Type IV tank manufacturer cites national hydrogen investment, more supportive vehicle regulations and general expansion opportunities as reasons for its 2023 U.S. establishment goals.

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Aerospace

Solvay’s Defense Materials business receives Lockheed Martin supplier award

CEM Defense Materials subsidiary, known for its structural, ballistic and multifunctional composites portfolio, is one of 12 companies distinguished by 100% on-time deliveries and zero quality defects throughout 2021.  

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Aerospace

Archer enters into agreement with FACC for key eVTOL production aircraft elements

FACC, known for its track record in composite aerostructure fabrication, will supply key fuselage and wing elements for the aircraft, in order to achieve target range and payload capabilities.  

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Aerospace

European Commission launches the Alliance for Zero-Emission Aviation

Alliance aims to coordinate companies and organizations to prepare the aviation ecosystem for the entry into service of hydrogen- and electric-powered aircraft.

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Carbon Fibers

Carbon Revolution composite concept wheel for CH-47 Chinook expands benefits to aerospace

The Tier 1 automotive supplier concept wheel is 35% lighter than legacy aerospace versions and withstands durability needs, provides entry point into other vertical lift aerospace and military applications.  

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Construction

Isotruss stands up Philippines manufacturing facility

Utah-based manufacturer of truss-based composite structures opens plant to fabricate cell phone towers for Asian market.

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Visitor registration opens for IBEX 2022

International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference is being held at the Tampa Convention Center Sept. 27-29, 2022, offering access to more than 600 exhibitors from 14 countries.  

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