Epoxies

Epoxies

Arkema introduces Clearstrength XT 151 toughener powder for epoxy formulations

The toughener is tailored to boost the durability and performance of thermosetting resins without compromising processability.

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Prepregs

Mitsubishi Gas Chemical America announces Airtech International as global distributor for NEXX Technologies products

NEXX Technologies’ Enduredge Max modified epoxy prepregs and unidirectional tapes will be distributed via Airtech in the U.S., China, Europe and the U.K.

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Epoxies

SHD Composites Group highlights MTB350 bio-epoxy prepreg system

The bio-epoxy system, compatible with nature fiber reinforcements, can be stored at room temperatures of 20°C/68°F for up to six months.

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Sustainability

Decathlon selects GreenPoxy bio-resin for latest sustainable wakeboards

The sports equipment giant combines GreenPoxy 33 with FSC-accredited wood cores and monitors all ecological impacts of the manufacturing process, keeping the environment at the heart of its newest designs.

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RTM

National Composites Center and Meggitt demonstrate linear dielectric sensor for liquid composites processing

Research at Cranfield University is further developed via RTM part trials in NCC’s Technology Pull-Through Program

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Carbon Fibers

Multi-composite thrust chamber aims to boost rockets, reduce cost for New Space economy

Black Engine uses new, microporous CMC liner for transpiration cooling and multiple lightweight composites in modular design that offers increased lifetime and lower maintenance versus current launch vehicle engines.

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Epoxies

Sicomin extends epoxy systems support for Scandinavian customers

Appointment of new Swedish distributor, DockYard Composites, will stock and supply Sicomin pre-formulated and custom-made epoxy systems and offer technical support.

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Carbon Fibers

Clean Sky 2 FUSINBUL project develops full-scale, carbon fiber pressure bulkheads

Two 3.5-meter pressure bulkhead demonstrators incorporate advanced layup techniques with the goal of increasing serial production capabilities for fuselage manufacture for regional aircraft.

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Composites Evolution showcases high-performance prepregs, novel thermoplastic UD tapes

Composites Evolution highlights its Evopreg prepreg family, as well as PA6 tapes reinforced with UD carbon fiber for ATL, filament winding and compression molding.

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Epoxies

Higher performance, lower cost helicopter rotor blades developed with OOA, FAA-qualified composites

Erickson Inc. and partner Toray Advanced Composites replaced legacy aluminum S-64 main rotor blades with out-of-autoclave, multi-material composite alternatives.

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