Construction
Royal DSM presents glass-filled polypropylene granules for 3D printing
The glass-filled polypropylene (PP), optimized for fused granulated fabrication (FGF) is suitable for additive manufacturing of structural and demanding applications.
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AIT Bridges ships first composite bridge system to the West Coast
Comprised of 12 fiberglass composite arches, the bridge was spliced, transported and reassembled on-site, expediting the building process.
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CAMX 2020 exhibit preview: Structural Composites, Compsys
Structural Composites and Compsys Inc. are featuring low-cost, high-performance composite material innovations.
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FRP profiles enable affordable aesthetic solution for unique residential architecture
The FRP profiles, manufactured by Italy-based M.M. S.r.l., allow easy fabrication and construction on-site in less than two days.
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Purdue develops lignin extraction method for sustainable composite board resin binder
The extraction method reduces production cost, long-term health hazards and can be used as the main component in a non-formaldehyde binder system.
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FRP cantilever sidewalks help fill demand for wider sidewalks
According to Composite Advantage, physical distancing requirements have boosted demand for 15-foot sidewalks, presenting an opportunity for FRP panels.
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Composite Index reports slowing decline in business conditions since COVID-19
Registering at 42.3 in May, the Composites Index signals decelerating contraction and improved component readings.
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New Steering Committee named for the European Alliance for SMC BMC
With a focus on promotion and education of BMC and SMC across Europe, the association is looking toward its 2022 event.
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UTComp improves launched composite inspection system
The non-destructive, non-intrusive corrosion barrier evaluation process increases worker safety and extends the service-life of industrial infrastructure.
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Carbon fiber-reinforced concrete accelerates in Germany
TU Dresden and C3 – Carbon Concrete Composite demonstrator aims to reduce concrete material use by 50% and CO2 emissions by up to 70%; Hitexbau touts high-volume automated production for carbon fiber textile grids.
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