Lifecycle Analysis
DITF Denkendorf advances sustainable carbon fibers, oxide fibers for CMC and more
The German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research are targeting more sustainable carbon fiber via low-pressure stabilization and bio-based precursors, and working with Saint-Gobain to commercialize oxide ceramic fibers for CMC.
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KraussMaffei introduces calculation tool to predict product lifecycle costs
The lifecycleValueCalculator is an example of how digitalization is supporting decarbonization for injection molding, extrusion and reaction process technologies by creating transparency about CO2 emissions.
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Solvay carbon footprint tool accelerates GHG reduction efforts
The digital tool will enable Solvay to quickly and accurately calculate the carbon footprints of its products and take action to reduce them, beginning with its Novecare sites and extending to other business areas.
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On the radar: Technologies for lifecycle analysis (LCA)
Sustainability requirements are driving more companies to conduct LCAs to evaluate the environmental impact of their products and processes. Tools and research in this area continues to evolve.
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NCC announces life cycle assessment software results for construction
Study is undertaken to better understand LCA software tools to inform composites design and product development in decarbonization initiatives.
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Heartland completes first industrial hemp fiber life cycle assessment
Life cycle assessment (LCA) studies Heartland’s Imperium Filler natural fiber additive as a carbon-negative replacement for mineral fillers commonly used in plastics.
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Teijin introduces LCA for carbon fiber intermediate materials
Life cycle assessment (LCA) studies calculate the environmental impact of Teijin composites for future emission reduction activities.
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Airbus and partners to establish aircraft lifecycle center in China
Facility will offer sustainable solutions to manage the entire lifecycle of aircraft, including maintenance, conversions, dismantling and recycling.
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