Recycling in CW Articles, News and Products
CW's Latest Recycling Articles
Recycled carbon fiber composite panels power 40% lighter, durable semi-rigid solar panels
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞDesigned for auxiliary power use while traveling via boat or RV, Italian startup Levante’s custom flexible or standardized semi-rigid solar panels combine the benefits of ReCarbon’s rCF and thermoplastics.
JEC World 2025 highlights: Evolving recycling and biomaterials technologies
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞCW technical editor Hannah Mason shares sustainability-focused composites trade show highlights featuring maturation, scale-up, new partnerships, and new technologies in biomaterials and recycling.
Moving toward sustainable automotive parts manufacturing
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞHow can the automotive supply chain prepare for future sustainability requirements? Tier 1 Kautex Textron discusses emissions reduction, design for circularity and transition to recycled/bio-based plastics.
Composites end markets: Sports and recreation (2025)
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞThe use of composite materials in high-performance sporting goods continues to grow, with new advancements including thermoplastic and sustainability-focused materials and automated processes.
The potential of rCF in fiber-reinforced concrete
A look at how emerging technologies for FRP concrete provide alternatives to traditionally used steel and glass fibers that are more cost-effective and address the sustainability challenge.
Trends fueling the composites recycling movement
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingVarious recycling methods are being considered for composites, from novel dismantling and processing, to building capacity and demonstrating secondary use applications.
Recycling processes/materials in the news
CW launches composites recyclers, equipment suppliers resource
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingWith recycling becoming an increasing popular and important aspect of the composites industry, CW editors have collated this list of domestic and international players.
Head Sports launches limited-edition racquet using Toray bio-circular fibers
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingFrom prototype to reality, Toray’s sustainable carbon fibers deliver the same look, feel and performance to racquet sports but with an environmentally responsible edge.
Fraunhofer EMI develops local pyrolysis method to reclaim continuous carbon fiber
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingHigh-power laser is used for controlled “unwinding” of thermoset composites without damaging the fibers or adversely affecting their mechanical properties, making it highly useful for recycling wound structures.
Diehl Aviation matures recyclable composite Eco Bin
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingOverhead baggage compartment using only fiber-reinforced thermoplastics, metal hardware and no adhesives wins Crystal Cabin Award, supports circular aircraft interiors.
ÉireComposites, University of Galway launch R3WIND project
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingRenewable energy initiative will design, develop and demonstrate novel repair and recycling techniques of onshore and offshore wind blades using sustainable manufacturing processes.
FIBIAS++ project targets recycled TPC innovations for automotive applications
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingProject led by the IRT Jules Verne and supported by Compositec, Stellantis, IMT Nord Europe and CMO seeks to develop composites with a low CO2 footprint and recycled material incorporation.
University researchers achieve recyclable CFRP via covalently adaptive epoxy resin
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingModified carbon fibers and epoxies with a dithioacetal covalent adaptive network enables the composite to undergo structural rearrangement at elevated temperatures, achieve improved interfacial bonding.
Uplift360 successfully converts composites waste into continuous aramid fibers
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingThrough scale-up trials the chemical recycling company’s defense-backed process effectively respun para-aramid into long, high-performance fibers, with future goals to reach virgin material strength.
Hera Group inaugurates FIB3R recycling plant in Italy
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingIndustrial-scale facility is expected to produce 160 tonnes of rCF/year through pyro-gasification process, supported by cross-sector partners like Leonardo and Angeloni.
Apply Carbon becomes Procotex France
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingNew denomination builds on parent company’s international recognition, further driving efforts in carbon, aramid fiber recycling.
Levante, ACS Srl begin R&D project for rCF solar panel delivery
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingUse of recycled carbon fiber and bioresins aim to reshape the future of photovoltaic energy and mobility.
Angeloni, Herambiente to create closed-loop rCF system, accelerate recycling research
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingHerambiente recycling facility in Italy and Angeloni’s composites expertise will build a circular system between customer, manufacturer and recycler and further explore rCF opportunities.
Syensqo, Vartega to advance carbon fiber circularity
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingVartega progresses Syensqo closed-loop model through conversion of dry carbon fiber and prepreg waste into EasyFeed Bundles.
Industry alliance targets closed-loop circularity for nautical construction
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingSix partners will deliver a composites circularity model from recycled waste to final boat production as a jumping off point for industries beyond marine.
Fraunhofer IGCV develops helicopter door shell using SMV composite
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingSMC-replacement material subjected to vario-thermal pressing cycle achieved a 1.2-millimeter-thick, complex-shaped door shell, demonstrating feasibility for future aerospace components.
DecomBlades project lays groundwork for wind recycling commercialization efforts
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingThe three-year project, led by composites industry partners and research institutes, announced breakthrough progress in finding cost-effective recycling paths for decommissioned blades.
Apply Carbon announces investments, milestones for carbon fiber and aramid recyclability
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingFinancial investments, R&D facility inauguration and an operational solar power plant expands the French company’s product developments, operational recycling capacity and reduce its CO2 footprint.
EuReComp announces 3rd Workshop on sustainable composites recycling
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingKeynotes, hands-on demonstrations and engaging discussions into composites circularity will take place on March 19, 2025 in Athens, Greece.
Recycling materials products
Wind blade recycling project presents objectives, progress
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingJEC World 2025: Six of the REFRESH project’s 11 partners are highlighting their efforts to build a circular and sustainable value chain for decommissioned GFRP wind blades.
Fiber processing solutions support global composites decarbonization
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingJEC World 2025: Comprehensive creels portfolio, Multi Stack Roll, DEECOM recycling system and other highlights demonstrate Cygnet Texkimp’s fiber handling expertise and sustainability support.
Italian greentech startup highlights rCF solar panels
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingJEC World 2025: Levante is attending JEC for the first time, demonstrating its composites engineering expertise through presentation of semi-rigid composite solar panels targeting mobility and outdoor applications.
Mallinda launches Vitrimax VHM resin for complete composites recyclability
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingVitrimax VHM enables “infinite” recyclability, self-healing and tunable properties, reducing manufacturing waste and supporting sustainability for high-performance industries.
PRF Composite Materials launches RP570 FR Reepreg
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingFire-retardant recycled carbon fiber nonwoven prepreg was developed with aircraft interior programs and other FST-focused applications in mind.
NonWoven365 offers nonwovens, paper solutions portfolio targeting CMC, high-temp applications
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingStuttgart-based company offers carbon, metal and ceramic fiber-based papers and nonwovens in various areal weights and thicknesses, engineered for high-temperature, sustainable application requirements.
AOC presents complete range of rPET-based resin formulations
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingCzech Republic facility takes post-consumer waste and converts it into high-quality formulations, such as the Synolite 4600 and 1112-G series, for composites manufacturing.
Formosa Plastics, TTRI collaborate to create rCF thermoplastics
Jessica Pompili | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞNovel rCF-reinforced polycarbonate can be formed into complex shapes and recycled at its end of life.
Modular equipment achieve continuous, versatile composites processing
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingCAMX 2024: IPCO highlights its novel precision scattering system designed to process recycled/reclaimed composite materials, as well as the multi-stage ThermoPress double-belt press.
Thermolysis rCF pellets meet high-stress environment application needs
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingTest results indicate that Thermolysis’ short fiber rCF pellets are comparable to or surpass virgin carbon fiber pellets in tensile and flexural strength, making them suitable for injection molding and 3D printing.
Fully recyclable sandwich panel targets aerospace cabin interiors
Jessica Pompili | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞCAMX 2024: Diab introduces sandwich panels that combine its structural foam core Divinycell F and thermoplastic skins, designed to meet current challenges in sustainability, REACH compliancy and more.
Recycled carbon fiber bundles support circular supply chain goals
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingCAMX 2024: Vartega is making carbon fiber more accessible to more industries through its fiber post-processing technology and EasyFeed Bundles.
Composites recycling innovations maintains material performance, quality
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingCAMX 2024: Fairmat, through the presentation of its recycling technology capabilities and examples, highlights its commitment to develop high-performing and reliable composite materials.
Carbon Conversions offers 3D printing filament reinforced with rCF
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingDevelopment of re-Evo TDR products that work on a majority of 3D printers is now an available option for companies sending in their carbon fiber waste.
Fiber-reinforced 3D printing material brings sustainability, versatility
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingJEC 2024: Xenia Materials is unveiling Xegreen 23-C20-3DP, a 100% recycled PET-G carbon fiber-reinforced material grade for high-performance additive manufacturing.
Recyclable epoxy demonstrated for industry applications
Hannah Mason | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞJEC World 2024: Swancor demonstrates its EzCiclo recyclable epoxy and recycling process in wind, sporting goods and automotive applications.
Swancor introduces eco-friendly epoxy hardener for PCB recyclability
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingThrough the use of EzCiclio low-dielectric epoxy hardener, PCB manufactures can make recyclable, reusable products for electronic applications.
Armacell improves rPET foam offerings with ArmaPET Struct GRX
Grace Nehls | ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ and Products FinishingStructural foam core entirely made from recycled plastic bottles imparts efficiency gains, cost optimization and a more sustainable outlook for sandwich structure production.