Sustainability
ENGEL unveils IR robotic cell for large-series production of lightweight thermoplastic composites
Infrared radiation heats up and forms three organic sheets of differing thicknesses, for aesthetic surfaces while overmolding.
Read MoreContinuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites contributing to electronics sustainability
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) finds Covestro’s Maezio continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites can significantly reduce carbon footprint for laptop applications.
Read MoreDecommissioned wind turbine blades used for cement co-processing
An initiative to recycle wind turbine blades includes the use of recycled glass fiber composites for cement manufacturing, replacing raw material and saving energy.
Read MoreLeonardo produces two demonstrators for Clean Sky 2’s Composite Fuselage project
Full-scale structure and cabin interiors barrels prove out low-cost, lightweight composites plus innovative manufacturing, assembly and structural health monitoring.
Read MoreNatural fiber enables e-bike for package delivery
New parcel delivery vehicle concept employs a natural fiber prepreg for low weight, vibration dampening, non-conductivity and flame retardancy.
Read MoreSicomin launches bio resin for HP-RTM processing
SR GreenPoxy 28 is a bio-based epoxy resin designed for fast cure, high performance, and more sustainable automotive manufacturing.
Read MoreConsortium targets solutions for carbon fiber thermoplastic composite structures
The HAICoPAS project, led by Hexcel and Arkema, aims to optimize UD tape design and manufacture for aerospace and automotive composites.
Read MoreJoint project to advance wind turbine blade recycling
A group of European wind and chemical industry partners aims to broaden the range of recycling options for composite wind blades.
Read MoreMallinda Inc. awarded National Science Foundation funding
The producer of vitrimer polymers says it will use the Phase IIB supplemental funding to develop composites for the transportation segment.
Read MoreCombining plastics and composites for Class A parts without tools
Plastics Unlimited’s patented TEC process cuts secondary finishing and meets multiple demands for medium-volume parts.
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