Biomaterials
JEC World 2025 highlights: Evolving recycling and biomaterials technologies
CW technical editor Hannah Mason shares sustainability-focused composites trade show highlights featuring maturation, scale-up, new partnerships, and new technologies in biomaterials and recycling.
WatchCathay bio-based continuous TPC enables aviation container airworthiness certification
RAP-AT1 active aviation temperature-controlled container passed CAAC review and earned authorization for commercialization, driving China’s aviation cold chain equipment sector.
Read MoreLevante, ACS Srl begin R&D project for rCF solar panel delivery
Use of recycled carbon fiber and bioresins aim to reshape the future of photovoltaic energy and mobility.
Read MoreMoving toward sustainable automotive parts manufacturing
How 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.
WatchEntropy Resins introduces BIOinfusion epoxy formulation
Bio-based resin system is specifically formulated for infusion processes without sacrificing strength or durability.
Read MoreFormula 1 showcase car demonstrates future materials, manufacturing capabilities
JEC World 2025: SHD Composite Materials and KS Composites are exhibiting the collaboratively developed Sustainability Showcase Car, highlighting a commitment to low environmental impact composite solutions.
Read MoreCompPair joins NERTHUS initiative propelling mobility-focused green composites development
Central to the consortium’s efforts are the creation of fast-curing, bio-based resins for press curing, self-healing bio-based composites and demonstration of their feasibility.
Read MorePUR composite sandwich panels for 3D automotive parts, high-volume panels and more
At its U.S. sites, Ascorium produces glass fiber/PUR 3D parts via semi-automated molding, high-volume flat panels via a continuous line while working toward bio-based PUR and recycling.
WatchBiomaterials make strides toward composites sustainability
A compilation of trends in development or application of natural fibers, bio-based resins and more showcases industry players, educational institutes and global projects.
Read MoreBio-based composite Skaw A foiling scow yacht is built with Greenpoxy resins
Sicomin has partnered with Skaw Sailing and Shoreteam to deliver a foiling yacht design for cruising that embodies durability and performance with a low environmental impact.
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