Reinforcements
Lanxess certifies carbon footprint of base resins, fiber reinforcement
Industry comparison confirms significantly lower CO2 emissions during PA6, PBT and glass fiber production. Carbon footprints of compounds to be available soon.
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OSCiAl, Genius graphene nanotubes advance EV battery pack properties
Addition of graphene nanotubes to fiberglass-filled polyphenylene sulfide solution make it possible to preserve high thermal and chemical resistance together with stable electrical conductivity.
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Plant tour: AvCarb, Lowell, Mass., U.S.
Composites are often selected for their structural properties, but at AvCarb, innovation in carbon fiber-based products has driven fuel cell technology advances for decades.
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Swinburne, Sparc Technologies researchers to create graphene-enabled smart composites
Connected smart structures are being built that can be wirelessly monitored in real time for hard-to-detect defects, enabling safer, more reliable and cheaper air and space travel.
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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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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 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.
Read MoreCAMX 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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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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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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