Automation
FIBRE4YARDS incorporates next-gen composites technologies to redefine shipbuilding
At the project’s completion, consortium members have unveiled final results and a 1:1 scale demonstrator, highlighting the opportunities for more collaborative, digitized, automated, efficient and environmentally friendly shipyards.
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Plant tour: BeSpline/Addcomp, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
Composites automation specialist increases access to next-gen technologies, including novel AFP systems and unique 3D parts using adaptive molds.
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Dieffenbacher highlights Fibercut system for increased productivity
Dieffenbacher’s fully automated cutting and stacking system enables automated SMC processing applications.
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Increased molding productivity via additive manufacturing
Companies in multiple segments turn to 3D printing for end-of-arm tools, fixtures for increased safety and functionality, lower cost and faster turnaround times.
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Aerospace manufacturer implements Plataine AI solution
Automation of composite material receiving, thawing and flow throughout the production process resulted in improved quality, increased capacity and cost savings.
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Mold 3D printing helps automate composite bathtub, shower production
As part of its efforts to automate as much of its production process as it can, Lyons Industries acquired a Massivit 10000 additive manufacturing system to quickly produce high-performance molds and support fixtures.
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CompoTech participates in three new R&D projects for expanded use of composites
Multiyear programs explore composites in mechatronic systems, integrated fuel tanks for hydrogen and high-rigidity opto-mechanical systems.
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Loop Technology performs robotic feasibility study for Solidwool
The study revealed significant process efficiencies, reduced waste and a high-quality surface finish after trimming excess material from a Solidwool composite chair.
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DLR develops safe, flexible workspaces for robot-assisted manual draping
The EU project Drapebot works on new ways of collaborating with industrial robots for manual CFRP preforming for large aircraft structural parts.
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NIAR seeks industry experts for new digital twins study
Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Institute is seeking representatives to assess technology gaps related to virtual commissioning and creation of digital twins.
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