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Guidance for the thermoforming process

A briefing on some of the common foam core material types, forming methods and tooling requirements.

Training lineup, engineering consultation services support composites education

CAMX 2024: Abaris Training Resources seeks to continually provide an ongoing educational experience for students — including a DVD repair course — and technical assistance to customers.

Revisiting the double vacuum debulk process

Evolution of the double vacuum debulk (DVD) process over the years continues to advance its “near autoclave quality” for low-void, highly compacted repair patches.

Innovation in ultrasonic inspection and nondestructive testing

With increasingly complex structural components working their way into aerospace programs, the need for versatility in inspection and testing capabilities is growing.

Nondestructive inspection methods available to composites manufacturers

An overview of composite laminate inspection techniques ranging from manual testing methods to more advanced, noncontact options.

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.

Aerodynamic considerations when repairing complex composite structures

An example process gives steps and issues to consider when determining the most effective repair method for preserving the aerodynamic surface of a complex-contoured composite sandwich structure.

The basics of composite drawing interpretation

Knowing the fundamentals for reading drawings — including master ply tables, ply definition diagrams and more — lays a foundation for proper composite design evaluation.

Understanding vacuum bagging layers in production, repair

Recognizing the functions of each layer in a vacuum bag schedule can help users discover what vacuum bag schedules work best for their application.

Real-time assessment of thermoset composites curing

The combination of material state management (MSM) software and an encapsulated sample rheometer (ESR) enables real-time cure recipe management or cure model development inside the autoclave.

Proper application of semi-permanent mold release systems

Performing regular maintenance of the layup tool for successful sealing and release is required to reduce the risk of part adherence.

The importance of resin mixing procedures in the composites shop

What is considered to be common knowledge when storing, handling, weighing, mixing and deploying epoxy resins and adhesives has brought to light the need for tighter control, improved practices.

Why does my composite mold leak under vacuum or applied pressure?

Louis Dorworth of Abaris Training Resources outlines key considerations to make when fabricating quality composite molds to minimize risk of leakage under pressure or vacuum.

Doing the twist: A look at dimensional issues in high-temperature cured laminates

When it’s not the tooling, the root cause of dimensionally inaccurate composite parts often boils down to two things: fiber form(s) used and laminate symmetry.

SAMPE North America seeks active volunteers for technical committees

The global professional member society encourages SAMPE members and non-members who are interested in actively engaging, sharing expertise and networking to develop advanced technological solutions.

Fostering best practices for wet layup procedures

As fabricators continue to manufacture composite tools and parts using an open mold, wet layup process — often with mixed success — it’s important to stress proper preparation, materials, application methods and standardization.

From sailplanes to composites repair: Growing composite training opportunities over the years

Mike Hoke discovered his interest in the composites industry at a young age. His journey eventually led him to Abaris Training Resources, which he owned and evolved for more than 30 years.

Alternate heat sources for hot-bonded composite repairs

Successfully using an alternate heat source for repairing composite structures requires an awareness of thermal dynamics and effective heat transfer management.

Lifting arm concept and automated repair training to propel portable repair system

Looking to commercialize its Portable Scarfing/Composite Repair System concept, AGFM and partners offer specialized training, lifting and inspection systems.

People in Composites: January 2022

New hires, appointments and promotions have been announced by KraussMaffei, Markforged, GRP Solutions, IPS Adhesives, Loparex, Exel Composites and others.

Abaris adds advanced composite auto repair course to 2022 schedule

This class, running April 11 and Nov. 3, is devoted to hands-on repair practices and classroom learning to understand composite materials and processes relative to the original structure and the repair.

Abaris announces a change in ownership, maintains leadership

Michael J. Hoke to transfer Abaris management to Michelle and Paul Dziedzic by the end of 2021, in hopes of continuing the company’s steady growth and diversification in the composites industry.

Abaris announces composites training discount opportunity

Abaris’ 2020 Fall-Winter discount plan help students and organizations take advantage of training opportunities until the end of March 2021.

Abaris offers reduced class sizes for onsite training

Minimum class size has been reduced to six students, to help companies access composites training while following coronavirus safety guidelines.

Abaris reopens Reno training facility

After closing mid-March due to the coronavirus pandemic, Abaris Training Resources begins in-person classes on June 1.

Abaris provides on-site technical training for Proterra customers

The training is a joint effort designed to teach structural composite repairs to Proterra’s more than 100 North American metro-transit customers.

California high school adds composites fabrication to curriculum

A STEM academy recently opened the doors to a brand-new composites fabrication lab, to prepare students for the local aerospace workforce after graduation.

Abaris Training adds Advanced Windblade Repair to its 2020 course offerings

2020 composite repair course schedule is released with new course to meet growing demand.

Abaris adds Enercon plasma treaters to classroom equipment

The equipment will be used to demonstrate the ability for plasma surface treating to improve surface properties for adhesion in composites manufacturing.

National Composites Week takes place Aug. 26-30

Each day features a different theme celebrating the composites manufacturing industry.

IACMI, Abaris host collaborative training workshops

The IACMI/Abaris workshops are aimed at mitigating the critical skills gap in the composites technical industry and growing a skilled composites workforce nation-wide.

Measuring temperature inside composites and bondlines

ThermoPulse sensors offer Industry 4.0 temperature measurement and digital cure cycle management for bonded composite repairs, laminates and more.

CAMX 2018 Preview

CAMX combines forces with IFAI for a big Texas Event.

Abaris to relocate advanced composites training operation to Composite Prototyping Center

New base for Abaris’ East Coast operations will allow the company to expand beyond its current curriculum.

Composites at AeroDef 2018

Highlights from the Aerospace Defense Manufacturing Conference – AeroDef 2018 include new technologies for tooling, drilling/machining and inspection of advanced composites.

Composite repair: Lessons learned, challenges and opportunities, Part I

As aerospace companies look to increase the scope and quality of repairs, through standardized training and increased automation, their lessons learned (outlined here in Part 1 of a two-part examination) can smooth the repair path for other industries.

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