Infrastructure
AIT Bridges contributes composite beams to Maine bridge replacement project
The Grist Mill Bridge in Hampden, Maine has reopened after a project to replace an aging steel bridge span with one comprising five composite beams.
Read MoreTeijin contributes to sustainability with infrastructure innovations
In light of climate change and increasingly aggressive environments, Teijin focuses on new, sustainable infrastructure technologies that will enable more adaptability.
Read MoreMemphis Area Transit Authority implements CFRP service ramps
CFRP ramps for rail trolley cars are 60% lighter and three times stronger than metal, promote employee and public safety when onloading and offloading and are ADA-compliant.
Read MoreComposite Advantage restores swing bridge deck with FRP
Six fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) panels were prefabricated, and a sidewalk was also designed for the project. Deck length totaled 61.4 feet by 35 feet.
Read MoreATL Composites contributes to concrete pillar remediation project
Six new support pillars incorporate Hexcel ZU300 UD carbon fiber and ATL’s Technirez R2517 epoxy resin with H2431 slow hardener that will protect against storm water issues.
Read MoreWEAV3D composite material approved for infrastructure reinforcement applications
Durable, strong and resistant to corrosion, the thermoplastic-based lattice material is suitable for use in Oldcastle Infrastructure’s polymer concrete and sheet molding compound (SMC) composite products.
Read MoreSojitz invests in IsoTruss composite telecommunication infrastructure
The lattice telecommunication structure is equipped with the structural capabilities for bending and torsion and is corrosion-resistant, an advantage to coastal areas.
Read MoreEpisode 33: Ethan Escowitz, Arris Composites
CW Talks checks in with Ethan Escowitz, co-founder and CEO of Arris Composites, to learn about the Additive Molding technology his company has developed.
ListenBuilding the Museum of the Future
FR composite panels provide structure, sealing and iconic facade for pioneering architecture in Dubai.
Read MoreNCC, Network Rail join to construct composite footbridge
The U.K.’s National Composites Centre (NCC) and National Rail are teaming up to develop a composite footbridge with reduced cost and greenhouse gas emissions.
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