Infrastructure
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.
WatchNational Composites Week: Improving Lives
As we celebrate National Composites Week, here are just a few of the many ways the composites industry is working to improve our lives.
WatchSmarter Building Systems develops fire-retardant epoxy
The epoxy is designed to be an affordable but effective fire protection solution that is also environmentally safe.
Read MoreFiberCore Europe partners with Sustainable Infrastructure Systems to produce composite bridges in Australia
Patented technology used in more than 900 bridges and lock gates worldwide will have up to 40% recycled plastic by 2021.
Read MoreAWEA reports record U.S. wind farm activity in Q2 2019
The U.S. wind project pipeline grew 7% in the second quarter, with 7,290 megawatts in new construction and advanced development activity announced.
Read MoreFRP system used in Nevada shared-use path project
Composite Advantage’s FiberSPAN fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) system was used to build five prefabricated bridge sections for the recently-opened trail.
Read MoreAIT Bridges unveils composite tub girder bridge system
The fiber-reinforced polymer tub girder system provides an affordable, long term solution to traditional steel and concrete medium span deck bridges.
Read MoreCAMX 2019 exhibit preview: Airtech
Airtech Advanced Materials Group is featuring four of its recently launched products: Corehold P-HA pressure-sensitive tape, Vac Saver HT, Vac Valve 429 SS HTR and Stretch Flow P 2000 Breather.
Read MoreFilament wound utility poles offer design flexibility
In Turkey, a utility pole manufacturer combines filament winding, automation, glass and carbon fiber composites to expand its product line.
WatchMeggitt and Luna Innovations partner on aircraft fire detection solution
Meggit and Luna Innovations have signed an agreement for the supply of fiber optic technology for aircraft fire and overheat detection equipment.
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