National Composites Week

Hydrogen Storage 8 Jan 2024

NCC commissions Cygnet Texkimp filament winder for hydrogen development

Multifunctional four-axis winding system offering fiber flexibility will underpin the NCC’s work in testing and manufacturing pressure vessels leading to commercial production.

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Recycling 8 Jan 2024

Vartega secures $10 million to promote recycled carbon fiber

Additional equity financing led by Diamond Edge Ventures will drive EasyFeed Bundle applications, aid in commercializing additional recycling processes for advanced materials.

Aerospace 8 Jan 2024

Alaska Airline grounds Boeing 737 Max 9 fleet after blowout accident

FAA emergency inspections are underway for Boeing jetliners fleet after a midair window blowout on an Oregon flight, affecting about 171 planes globally.

Additive Manufacturing 8 Jan 2024

Arris Composites demonstrates advantages of natural fibers applied with Additive Molding

Arris presents mechanical testing results of an Arris-designed natural fiber thermoplastic composite in comparison to similarly produced glass and carbon fiber-based materials.

Wind/Energy 8 Jan 2024

Composites end markets: Energy (2024)

Composites are used widely in oil/gas, wind and other renewable energy applications. Despite market challenges, growth potential and innovation for composites continue.

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5 Jan 2024

SensXPERT wins Best of Industry Award for Digital Mold technology

Providing real-time insights into manufacturing processes, the company’s measurement and testing technology was nominated as an innovative and breakthrough solution for industry.