Processes

KraussMaffei launches large-scale 3D printer, print-on-demand services

PowerPrint, capable of using fiber-reinforced compounds, combines design freedom and cost efficiency for large-format printing applications. It is available for purchase or serviced through KraussMaffei. 

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Thermoplastics

AFPT, Alformet advance bending of thermoplastic composite tubes

Specialists in AFP and LATW discuss process and lessons learned for new applications in CFRTP parts.

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CAMX

High-efficiency, low-energy industrial ovens, furnaces and washers

CAMX 2023: International Thermal Systems (ITS) offers a range of equipment that maximizes manufacturing efficiencies and minimizes energy consumption that include OOA composite curing ovens.

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CAMX

Specialized cutting tool equipment accommodates automotive requirements

CAMX 2023: Hufschmied’s machining systems, particularly the company’s 194/195 T-Rex cutting tools and carbide cutting blades, are being presented for use on plastics, composites and other materials.

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Thermoplastics

Optimized approach to predict delamination failure in CFRTP structures

ARRK Engineering and Mitsui Chemicals improved delamination prediction accuracy to help optimize absorbed energy/failure load for an overmolded TAFNEX CF/PP UD tape bumper beam.

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Aerospace

Aerospace manufacturer meets increased demand with Plataine

Plataine’s AI-based solution, incorporated into the composite aerostructure manufacturer’s cutting and kitting operations, increased production throughput, material use, improved quality and reduced errors.

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CAMX

Polymer additive system, services bridge the gap between design and manufacturing

CAMX 2023: Center Street Technologies’ large-scale hybrid 3D printer, paired with its advanced manufacturing confluence (AMC) system, provides a comprehensive additive/subtractive process flow on a single system.

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Aerospace

Plant tour: Spirit AeroSystems, Belfast, Northern Ireland, U.K.

Purpose-built facility employs resin transfer infusion (RTI) and assembly technology to manufacture today’s composite A220 wings, and prepares for future new programs and production ramp-ups.

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Resins, additives, adhesives and 3D printing solutions

CAMX 2023: Arkema’s broad portfolio of products for composites fabricators aim to enhance performance, durability and sustainability.

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Space

Orbital Composites wins award from U.S. Space Force to build space factories for antennas

Partners Axiom Space, Northrop Grumman Space Logistics and Southwest Research Institute will help advance ISAM technologies for kilometer-scale LEO antennas, space stations and GEO applications, targeting space factory in 3-5 years.

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