Construction
Small companies, long-term impact
In a time known for owner “exit strategies,” longevity in family-owned composites businesses is heartening.
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Composite megatanks gain ground in Brazil
Oblate strategy ensures FRP tank transportability.
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Covestro is working on housing for refugees in Germany
The model house in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany is made of self-supporting prefabricated elements with Covestro’s polyurethane core.
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Fast-build construction with composites
A Brazilian modular wall system that can deliver affordable homes and schools in days is exported to meet global needs, including for refugee resettlement.
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2016 end of summer book report
CW's Jeff Sloan takes a closer look at three books that focused on the creative application of design engineering and materials to achieve a specific goal.
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Gardner Business Index at 48.6 in July
Future capital spending plans measure up 53% compared with the same time period in 2015.
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The power of personal connections
CW columnist and IACMI chief commercialization officer Dale Brosius suggests that composites industry “old-timers” need to figure out a better way to connect to the generations that are entering the composites workforce.
Read MoreContinuous filament winding: A short history
The process continues to make composite pipe production increasingly competitive with steel and concrete
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Engineering large-diameter underground pipe
A combination of design and new materials enhances pipe performance without adding cost.
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Clear Carbon & Components: Bristol, RI, US
Breaking barriers in process and complexity, this agile manufacturer is gaining renown as a composites problem solver and champion of Class A cosmetic surfaces.
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