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Core

PUR composite sandwich panels for 3D automotive parts, high-volume panels and more

At 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.

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CAMX

VIDEO: Precision fabrication of honeycomb materials

MachineTek showcases its precision fabrication of honeycomb materials at CAMX 2024.

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Trends

Melker of Sweden accomplishes sea kayak with 100% sustainable composite construction

Built with ampliTex flax fabrics, a solid cork core and plant-based resins, the company’s Värmdö kayak model highlights an environmentally conscious design for paddlers of all levels.

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Work In Progress

Composite SIPs for more affordable, efficient and sustainable buildings

LiteSIP panels and modules enable framing in days, cutting structural labor and total cost by up to 70% and 30%, respectively, while increasing energy efficiency and durability.

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Recycling

Composite Kape skateboard delivers durability, pop

Collaborative effort between KraussMaffei and entrepreneur Peter Karacsonyi led to the Vanguard, an in-situ polymerized board comprising fiberglass sandwich composites with a recyclable polyamide. 

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Sustainability

Diab, Brødrene AA celebrate 50 years of composite ferry innovation, sustainability

Partners reflect on the increasing use of Diab foam core and GFRP, CFRP composites in Brødrene AA construction over the years, resulting in lightweight, high-performance and efficient marine craft.

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Hi-Temp Resins

Hexcel introduces mid-temp Flex-Core HRH-302 honeycomb core

Bismaleimide (BMI) option to serve complex curvatures and thermal management needs of military, commercial and UAM aircraft.

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Core

Persico Group advances SMART rotomolding cell automation

SMART technology, used for the production of structural and soluble thermoplastic cores, integrates robotics, direct tool heating.

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Aerospace

ReFrame project commits to recyclable CFRP aircraft structure research

German inter-university network HP CFK is investigating recyclable sandwich structures, developing sustainable mobility concepts for applicability in safety-critical aircraft components.

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Core

Tooling foam, core excels in uniformity, high temps and repeated curing

CAMX 2024: General Plastics Manufacturing Co. returns with advancements to its Last-a-Foam tooling board foam and composite core products.

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