Processes

Repair 22 Mar 2023

GMI Aero extends Anita EZ hot bonder thermocouple capabilities

Thirty-six thermocouples (T/Cs) are now available for flexible temperature monitoring/control during composite curing.

Carbon Fibers 22 Mar 2023

SABIC debuts EN45545 rail-compliant, fiber-reinforced compound

LNP Thermocomp AM DC0041XA51 offers the rail industry a solution that can be used for on-demand printing of large, complex exterior and interior parts in relatively small build numbers.

Carbon Fibers 21 Mar 2023

Demonstrating functionalized, cost-effective composites using additive extrusion

Hybrid thermoset/thermoplastic composite part with 3D-printed functionalization demonstrates technology possibilities and EmpowerAX open platform offering expertise from members throughout the process chain.

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Additive Manufacturing 20 Mar 2023

Machina Labs awarded contract for robotic composites manufacturing

The initiative, enabled by the U.S. Air Force, is designed to advance metal tooling for high-rate production of composites.

Cutting/Kitting 17 Mar 2023

Aptco Technologies supports supply of Compcut cutting machines

The pan-European partner to Sharp & Tappin will actively promote, sell and support the composite cutting solution to meet rising demand across Europe.

ATL/AFP 17 Mar 2023

Nine factors to consider when designing composites cure tooling

Gary Bond discusses the common pitfalls and compromises when designing good cure tooling and their holistic significance for a robust composite production process.

Additive Manufacturing 15 Mar 2023

AIM3D, Naddcon implement digital process chain for 3D printing

The ExAM 255 multi-material 3D printer from AIM3D, integrated into Siemens’ NX design software, opens up new optimization possibilities for 3D-printed designs, demoed by a 3D-printed GFRP component.

Filament Winding 14 Mar 2023

Hexagon Purus Westminster: Experience, growth, new developments in hydrogen storage

Hexagon Purus scales production of Type 4 composite tanks, discusses growth, recyclability, sensors and carbon fiber supply and sustainability.

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Aerospace 14 Mar 2023

PEEK vs. PEKK vs. PAEK and continuous compression molding

Suppliers of thermoplastics and carbon fiber chime in regarding PEEK vs. PEKK, and now PAEK, as well as in-situ consolidation — the supply chain for thermoplastic tape composites continues to evolve.