Epoxies

RTM

Multi-material steel/composite leaf spring targets lightweight, high-volume applications

Rassini International was challenged by Ford Motor Co. to take weight out of the F-150 pickup truck. Rassini responded with a multi-material steel/composite hybrid leaf spring system that can be manufactured at high volumes.

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Carbon Fibers

Cycling forward with bike frame materials and processes

Fine-tuning of conventional materials and processes characterizes today’s CFRP bicycle frame manufacturing, whether in the large factories of Asia or at reshored facilities in North America and Europe. Thermoplastic resins and automated processes are on the horizon, though likely years away from high-volume production levels.

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Epoxies

PRF Composite Materials launches Q.tool prepreg tooling system

Newly developed Q.tool combines RP800 epoxy with 1,020 g/m2 bulk plies for increased layup speed, reduced number of debulks and better surface finish.

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Infusion

Notox surfboards combine upcycled carbon fiber from Airbus with Sicomin bio-resin

One-hundred percent upcycled fabrics declared unusable for aerospace applications go through a wet lamination process with vacuum bag consolidation to produce the sustainable Notox R-Carbon products.

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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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Epoxies

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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Consumer

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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Carbon Fibers

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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Glass 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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