Infusion

Epoxies

Matsumoto Fine Chemical unveils solution for efficient infusion process with one-part epoxy resins

New one-part epoxy resin X-1366R shows very low viscosity and can be easily impregnated to reinforcing fibers at room temperature without resin/hardener mixing process.   

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Work In Progress

Engine vane demonstrates potential for gapped, unidirectional dry fiber for infusion

GKN Aerospace and its partners developed an aircraft demonstrator component made with TeXtreme’s latest Gapped UD material, proving out a dry, infusible tape meant to compare in performance to UD prepreg.

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CAMX

Elastomer reusable vacuum bags address traditional material limitations

CAMX 2023: Sprayomer Technology Amor-Vac RVBs, distributed by Technology Marketing, are said to be more efficient, sustainable, long-living and lighter in weight compared to sprayable silicone or nylon film alternatives.

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RTM

Live demonstrations present closed molding advancements

CAMX 2023: The Composites One and Closed Mold Alliance demo zone returns with short but engaging exhibitions featuring vacuum infusion, reusable bag molding, light RTM and other technologies through the show.

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Infusion

Reusable vacuum bagging, vacuum sealing solution

CAMX 2023: SWORL is highlighting its spray-fabricated reusable vacuum bags (membranes, foils) and a new sealing product for more sustainable, out-of-autoclave composites processing.

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Pultrusion

FST-rated thermoset resin with rapid, tunable cure is designed for infusion

CAMX 2023: The nonhalogenated Harp Rapid resin system presented by Trimer Technologies achieves a low-temperature, tunable cure while attaining high mechanical properties, demonstrating its effectiveness in aerospace applications.

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Infusion

Reusable vacuum bagging solutions for composite applications

CAMX 2023: Smartech underscores its industrial reusable vacuum bagging products for reduced waste, easy debulking and the capability to be used for complex projects.

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Marine

Nlcomp launches recyclable composite sailing boat Ecoracer30

Italian startup featured its 30-foot sustainable production boat at the Ocean Race Grand Finale in Genoa, Italy, citing the challenges, highlights and future related to its development.

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Troubleshooter

Understanding vacuum bagging layers in production, repair

Recognizing the functions of each layer in a vacuum bag schedule can help users discover what vacuum bag schedules work best for their application.

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Infusion

Magnum Venus Products to expand capacity in Tennessee

MVP will spend $20 million over five years to build a new 125,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in East Tennessee.

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microwire technology for composites