Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

Glass Fibers

Prismatic tiles by Planefibra improve natural light

Glass fiber-reinforced polymer tiles for civil structure applications increase lighting efficiency by 30%, are more cost-efficient than polycarbonate tiles.

Read More

Forvia begins Type IV hydrogen tank rollout from mass production plant

From tank manufacturing to complete storage systems, the automotive technology company cites a mid-term capacity of 100,000 tanks per year.

Read More
Curing

Abaris selects Premier ESR to optimize composite cure cycles

Encapsulated sample rheometer (ESR) by Alpha Technologies will be incorporated into Abaris’ service and consultation business to characterize a variety of composite material specimens.

Read More

EHang delivers five units of EH216-S AAVs to China-based Boling

Initial delivery step, followed by an anticipated CAAC type certification, will lead to future commercial operations in Shenzhen.

Read More

Compcut features ACS, PCR composite cutting technologies

Advanced plate saw and precision router provide precise, fast and efficient cutting of composite test specimens.

Read More

CANZ 2023 Conference highlights composites sustainability in New Zealand

Returning to Auckland, New Zealand, the two-day event Oct. 12-13 will engage attendees with insightful presentations, innovative ideas, collaborative discussions and a workshop focused on sustainability and improving manufacturing capability.

Read More
Wind/Energy

Allianz report sheds light on offshore wind industry growth, challenges

Growth opportunities, tech innovations, risk trends and loss patterns for the global industry are highlighted.

Read More
CAMX

CAMX 2023 exhibit preview compilation, Part 1

Prepare for CAMX 2023 in Atlanta with this list of 60+ exhibitor previews received by CW, highlighting key technologies, services and trends available to attendees.  

Read More
Space

ESA StarTiger project showcases innovation, collaboration in space industry

ESA initiative brought together a multidisciplinary team to harness advances in space technology and manufacturing such as metal and composites AM, robotics and advanced perception capabilities.

Read More

L&L Furnace deliver atmosphere-controlled retort furnace for CMC

XLC3348 furnace model is tailored to produce lightweight CMC components for Midwestern aerospace manufacturer.

Read More
CAMX

Composites specialist offers fiber handling, converting solutions

CAMX 2023: Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about Cygnet Texkimp’s creels, filament winding, automation and handling, and recycling, with a special focus on web converting technologies.

Read More

SGL, Brembo expand carbon ceramic brake disc production capacity

The Brembo SGL Carbon Ceramic Brakes (BSCCB) joint venture will increase Germany and Italy facility capacity by more than 70% for automotive manufacturers.

Read More