Materials

Teijin introduces LCA for carbon fiber intermediate materials

Life cycle assessment (LCA) studies calculate the environmental impact of Teijin composites for future emission reduction activities.  

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Thermoplastics

Thermoplastic composites welding: Process control, certification, crack arresters and surface prep

More widespread use of welded composite structures within a decade? Yes, but further developments are needed.

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CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Wickert Hydraulic Presses USA

Wickert Hydraulic Presses showcases its custom hydraulic presses and fully automated press systems for demanding composite manufacturing solutions.

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CAMX

CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Culture iN

Biodegradable and VOC-free flax-based textile, Varian, offers composites manufacturers a more ecological, environmentally friendly alternative to carbon and glass fiber composites.  

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Epoxies

University of Southern Queensland project to create new class of epoxy resins

Project leader Dr. Siqi Huo awarded more than $421,000 through the Australian Research Council to create single-component epoxy resins with improved storage stability, fire retardancy, mechanical properties.  

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Glass Fibers

CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Current Inc.

Current Inc. produces thermoset-based products such as tubing rods, sheets and more with high electrical and mechanical characteristics and different color combinations.  

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Aerospace

Thermoplastic composites welding advances for more sustainable airframes

Multiple demonstrators help various welding technologies approach TRL 6 in the quest for lighter weight, lower cost.

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Glass Fibers

CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: AGY

An S-2 Glass fiber/epoxy material produced collaboratively between AGY and Kaneka Aerospace offers tunable transparency, low haze, good impact and mechanical properties.

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Glass Fibers

GRP Solutions acquires Allscot Distributors

Purchase of the privately-owned fiberglass products specialist strengthens high-growth business areas, a customer-centric focus and world-class service offerings.  

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Sustainability

IMDEA Materials Institute introduces novel recyclable sandwich structure composites

A new generation of sustainable composite materials with flame-retardant properties currently being developed also offer improved performance and designability.  

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