Sustainability
Teijin, Applied EV develop composite autonomous vehicle platform
One-piece glass fiber-reinforced SMC structural shell reduces 20% weight and manufacturing complexity of the zero-emissions Blanc Robot platform.
Read MoreT&T Eco launches environmentally friendly degreasers and bio-based solvents
Degreaser and solvents are natural, high-performance solutions that can be used for cleaning, absorption and preparation of surfaces.
Read MoreUMaine awarded $2.8 million to accelerate AM wind blade development
Additive manufacturing with bio-based, 100% recyclable feedstocks reinforced with wood can reduce construction time by six months and cut costs by 25-50%
Read MoreComposites-intensive wave energy technology receives new funding
CorPower Ocean and OPS Composite Solutions secure almost €500,000 from EEA grants to advance buoy-based renewable energy technology.
Read MoreWevolver, Mitsubishi launch KyronMAX composites design challenge
Designers are invited to submit a product, part, or concept that uses KyronMAX’s range of high-strength, carbon fiber-based composites for a $25,000 prize and prototype development support.
Read MoreJohns Manville launches thermal recycling unit for glass fiber waste
The unit provides a projected recycling capacity of more than three tons per hour and will keep more than ten thousand tons of waste out of landfills annually.
Read MoreAxiom Materials receives Carbon Neutrality Certification
The 2019 certification demonstrates Axiom’s commitment to corporate social responsibilities and its goal to contribute to reinforcing a sustainable future.
Read MoreDecomBlades consortium awarded funding for a cross-sector wind turbine blade recycling project
A 10-partner consortium has received funding for a three-year R&D project aiming at commercialization of sustainable techniques for recycling wind blades.
Read MoreBoeing commits to deliver commercial airplanes ready to fly on 100% sustainable fuels
According to Boeing, the ambitious goal is considered the safest and most measurable solution to reduce aviation carbon emissions in the coming decade.
Read MoreTeijin establishes Europe Sustainable Technology Innovation Center
The R&D center will facilitate open communication with external innovation communities and research institutes and develop sustainable technologies with low environmental impact.
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