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Large-format AM speeds plug production for manufacture of composite boat molds

Hungarian manufacturer Rapid Prototyping transitioned its conventional foam milling process to 3D printing to produce faster, higher quality, recyclable foam plugs and composite boat molds.

CEAD launches application-specific, cartesian-style Flexcube printing cell

Fully automated, all-in-one 3D printing platform handles high-rate industrial-sized composite parts printing and postprocessing in a compact, accessible design.

AES explores robot vs. gantry for large-format additive manufacturing

Additive Engineering Solutions, specialist at 3D printing very large parts and tools on gantry machines, now also uses a robot for large-format AM. Here is how the robot compares.

CEAD print bed anchors ensure first layer adhesion in large-format 3D prints

Reusable plugs insert into CEAD’s patent-pending print bed, enable locking of first layer and easy release once printing is finished.

Dutch partnership constructs 3D printed composite pedestrian bridges

Engineering consulting firm Royal HaskoningDHV and partners achieved a bridge design made of 30% fiberglass and 70% waste.

Mitsubishi Chemical Group reveals 3D Printing FGF Challenge winner

Startup company selected, including two special recognition awards, highlight FGF applications for children’s seats, FGF extrusion and LFAM for cores and mandrels for composite parts manufacture.

CEAD, Adaxis launch “AdaOne for Flexbot” software integration

Collaborative effort results in a software experience that seamlessly integrates with CEAD’s Flexbot systems, aiming to elevate the efficiency in robotic large-format 3D printing with composites.

Composites end markets: Industrial (2024)

The use of composites in industrial applications is increasing, driven by the need for higher performance and longer life, whether its parts for industrial machinery, EOAT components, corrosion-resistant equipment and more.

Innovation Award finalists revealed for JEC World 2024

Returning to the international composites trade show are the Innovation Awards, representing up to 33 finalists in 11 categories that highlight composites innovation excellence and fruitful collaborations.

Top 10 CompositesWorld news items of 2023

Explore 2023’s standout moments in the composites industry with CW's compilation of the top 10 news articles, determined by Google Analytics.

Al Seer Marine, Abu Dhabi Maritime unveil world’s largest 3D-printed boat

Holding the new Guinness World Record at 11.98 meters, the 3D-printed composite water taxi used a CEAD Flexbot to print two hulls in less than 12 days.

TGS to leverage CEAD Flexbot 3D printer for Czech Republic customers

The novel large-format Flexbot Research XL platform enables TGS to offer 3D printing services, making use of a versatile composite material range.

Belotti retrofits Vega CNC center in BEAD hybrid machine for D-Composites

Combined LSAM and five-axis CNC milling capabilities will optimize D-Composites’ production services, flexibility and cut time and cost for composite tooling manufacture.

Mitsubishi Chemical Group launches 3D printing FGF engineering challenge

The open AM innovation program welcomes all interested parties who would like to make use of the potential of 3D printing FGF or combine it with materials like carbon fiber, UD tape and other hybrid technologies.

Airtech Advanced Materials Group partners with CEAD

The partnership enables Airtech Advanced Materials Group to incorporate CEAD Flexbot systems into its advanced manufacturing portfolio.

CEAD solidifies U.S. presence with new Michigan location

CEAD Group Inc. marks global expansion of the company’s advanced 3D printing technology solutions, enhancing local client support and enabling new industry collaborations.

CEAD grows large-scale 3D printing presence with new facility opening

From garage startup to global 3D printing company, CEAD’s 3,000-square-meter facility, featuring Flexbot, extruders and more, opens up the potential for new R&D, partner collaborations and future company growth.

3D-printed CFRP tools for serial production of composite landing flaps

GKN Aerospace Munich and CEAD develop printed tooling with short and continuous fiber that reduces cost and increases sustainability for composites production.

Plant tour: Airtech International, Springfield, Tenn., U.S.

Fifty years of supplying materials for composites manufacturing includes custom fabrication and now aims to advance 3D-printed tooling, parts and new resins.

ATLAM combines composite tape laying, large-scale thermoplastic 3D printing in one printhead

CEAD, GKN Aerospace Deutschland and TU Munich enable additive manufacturing of large composite tools and parts with low CTE and high mechanical properties.

Demonstrating functionalized, cost-effective composites using additive extrusion

Hybrid thermoset/thermoplastic composite part with 3D-printed functionalization demonstrates technology possibilities and EmpowerAX open platform offering expertise from members throughout the process chain.

3D printing and AFP join forces in automotive demonstrator

Bavarian auto industry and TU Munich research how to reduce molding costs by combining continuous fiber and 3D-printed composites.

CEAD qualifies Airtech Dalhtram resins for use on all AM Flexbot platforms

Combination of the robot-based system with Airtech’s extensive resin line will enhance composites AM production and performance flexibility across multiple industries.

CAMX 2021 Show Daily highlights composite technology innovations

As the CAMX media sponsor, CompositesWorld reported on several new or improved developments on display, from CAMX Award and ACE Award winners, to the keynote speaker and interesting technologies.

Adapting composites 3D printing to evolving needs

Continuous fiber printing pioneer increases print cell options, size, hybridization and simulation capability for expanded applications.

CEAD launches new E50 Robot Extruder for larger 3D-printed composites

New option offers higher material output (e.g., 84 kg/hr) and thermoplastic melt temperatures up to 400°C.

CEAD and Belotti make large-scale additive composites manufacturing accessible for industry

Strategic partnership combines expertise of additive and subtractive manufacturing into single hybrid solution: BEAD.

Future composite manufacturing - AFP and Additive Manufacturing

TU Munich symposium explores how these technologies are merging and reviews R&D that is creating a path forward.

New 3dpbm market analysis division presents AM industry study results

Analysis of composites additive manufacturing performed by the new market analysis and consultancy group shows the market generating $10.6 billion in yearly revenues by 2030.

3D printing with continuous fiber: A landscape

Growth continues in suppliers, part size, production volume and markets.

Nedcam adds CEAD AM Flexbot for 3D printing using DSM materials

The two companies will explore new applications in tooling, large-sized and circular end-use parts.

3D printing CFRP molds for RTM flaperon, exoskeletons and more

The Chair of Carbon Composites at TU Munich is advancing composite additive manufacturing via large-scale extrusion, continuous fiber printing, integrating heating into tools and more.

Future Composite Manufacturing virtual symposium for AFP and AM

The virtual symposium, held Sept. 9-10, 2020, will focus on current state, trends and opportunities for automated fiber placement (AFP) and additive manufacturing (AM).

3D printing large composite molds with a 5-axis CNC machine

Hungarian manufacturer uses CEAD Robot Extruder to cut composite tooling time and cost.

Robot Extruder offers low-investment alternative to explore composites additive manufacturing

CEAD extruder mounts to robotic arm or gantry systems, already in use to print molds for large composite structures.

Plug-and-produce AFP system installed in one day and debuts at composites automation center

Addcomposites completes installations of its AFP-XS toolhead at KUKA Finland and SAM|XL in Netherlands.

CEAD, Siemens intensify collaboration for industrial 3D printing of large composite parts

CEAD’s new AM Flexbot includes Siemens’ Sinumerik CNC and Siemens will include a CEAD 3D printing system in its Additive Manufacturing Experience Center

On the road with CompositesWorld

CW Senior Editor Scott Francis offers a recap of recent composites industries events including CAMX 2019 and SPE ACCE 2019.

FRP bridge prototype uses large-scale 3D printing

Royal HaskoningDHV, CEAD and DSM produced a pedestrian bridge prototype using large-scale additive manufacturing of continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastics.

CAMX Additive Manufacturing Workshop speaker: CEAD

The Additive Manufacturing Workshop for Composites at CAMX (Anaheim, Calif., U.S.) will take place on September 25 and will explore the evolution of 3D printing technology and fiber reinforcement.

CAMX to host Additive Manufacturing Workshop for Composites

Co-located with CAMX, the event explores the connection between AM and continuous fiber reinforcement.

DSM and CEAD partner for FGF 3D printing

The companies plan to develop new materials and processes for continuous fiber 3D printing and diverse end market applications.

Industrialized continuous fiber composite printing in Delft

CEAD offers large builds with speed, precision, low-cost extrusion and continuous fiber.

Moving continuous-fiber 3D printing into production

With patents proliferating and production applications emerging, 3D printing with continuous fiber reinforcement is poised for significant market growth.

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