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Oxeco secures $10.5 million to advance surface treatment products in clean energy, transport sectors
Under leadership of new CEO, the chemistry technology company unveils strategic growth plan to advance next-gen transportation, energy and battery component manufacturing.
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AMULET project announces first call for SME participation, puts on networking/info event
The AMULET consortium is looking for European SMEs to participate in R&D demonstration projects aiming to create new value chains for FRPs and CMCs. Deadline is June 30, 2022.
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Gerdau Graphene develops next-gen graphene-enhanced plastics, sees a future for fiber reinforcement
Graphene-enhanced polymeric resin masterbatch formulas for polyethylene and polypropylene were created in Brazil, with consideration for carbon, glass and aramid fiber-reinforced masterbatches in future.
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Sierra Space, Spirit AeroSystems aim to accelerate the commercialization of space
New, long-term agreement is to lower the cost of access to space, accelerate production of Shooting Star Cargo Modules as part of expanding Dream Chaser spaceplane franchise.
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Norco upskills employees with 2022 trainee program
Norco mentors guide new trainees through 20 weeks on a small boat production line to ensure proficient application and knowledge level of GRP structures.
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Formula Electric Belgium's Titan race car features EconCore rPET honeycomb
Front wings and undertray comprise the honeycomb core material, the latter reducing wing weight by 26% compared to the previous year, and able to withstand forces 1,000 times its own weight.
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Iberdrola, FCC Ámbito launches EnergyLOOP for wind turbine blade recycling
Industrial-scale blade recycling plant setup in Navarre, Spain is to enable the energy transition by recovering composite wind turbine blade components and considering their reuse.
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UAMMI opens new Utah-based office for advanced material businesses
Price, Utah, office will be used as an outreach to manufacturers in eastern and southeastern Utah to aid in growing their business, hiring and retaining and learning about new technologies.
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Owens Corning acquires WearDeck, composite decking and structural lumber manufacturer
Transaction supports company’s strategy to strengthen position in building and construction products. Composite decking reportedly capture more than 30% of the market and is on the rise.
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Technology Marketing acquires SR Composites’ IP rights for Sprayomer Technology
Technology Marketing to leverage the accelerated adoption of reusable vacuum membranes and bags in the composites industry.
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