Recycling
Demonstrating recyclable, bio-based autocomposites
The ECOXY research consortium recently developed a demonstrator automotive part constructed from recyclable flax fiber and a specialized bio-based epoxy.
Read MoreAustralian start-up builds first recycled carbon fiber composite surfboard
Juc Surf uses 100% recycled carbon fiber scrap materials for a more sustainable surfboard that doesn’t sacrifice performance.
Read MoreRhode Island boat recycling program plans expansion to other states
Having recycled 60 tons of fiberglass in two years, the RIMTA program will expand to Conn., Mass., Maine and Wash. state via funding from the NOAA Marine Debris Program.
WatchNational Composites Week: Thermoplastics, recycling, tooling
As we celebrate National Composites Week, we’ve collected some of our top content on recent developments in thermoplastic composites, recycling and tooling.
Read MoreBoeing recognized for Sustainability Leadership Award
Breakthrough recycling of excess aerospace carbon fiber diverts up to 1 million pounds of waste company-wide.
Read MoreTRB receives funding to export EV battery components made from organic waste
TRB Lightweight Structures manufactures battery enclosure parts made from recycled plant waste at its U.K. facility, for assembly in the U.S.
Read MoreELG Carbon Fibre, Aerocircular N.V. develop closed-loop recycling for EoL aircraft
The initiative estimates that only one-tenth of the energy typically required when producing virgin carbon fiber will be used.
Read MoreMitsubishi Chemical plans to acquire European carbon fiber recycling companies
Plans to acquire German companies CFK and carboNXT will further MCC’s recycling initiative in the carbon fiber composites industry.
Read MoreRecycled thermoplastic composite rotorcraft access panel takes flight
Designed as part of the TPC-Cycle program, the flight-tested panel demonstrates a lighter, cost-effective, sustainable thermoplastic composite application.
Read More3D printed FRP footbridge paves way for circular composites
The thermoplastic composite footbridge incorporates a short glass fiber-filled PET specifically designed for 3D printing.
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