Materials

Carbon Fibers

Biteam introduces 3D Noodle International AB spin-off for 3D fabric noodles 

Biteam 3D’s third spin-off implements its proprietary 3D weaving technology to produce a variety of carbon, ceramic and other fiber 3D fabric noodle preforms. 

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Pultrusion

Gurit acquires majority share in Fiberline Composites A/S

Sixty-percent share of the Denmark-based manufacturer brings pultruded carbon and glass fiber products into Gurit’s wheelhouse for wind blade production.

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Prepregs

SuCoHS project: Advancing composite solutions for parts with high thermal and mechanical loads

New materials, structural concepts and manufacturing using sensors for composites that resist fire, temperature and loads while providing weight and cost savings versus metals.

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Core

EconCore, ThermHex Waben optimize honeycomb core production

An investment in additional MEAF 75-H34 extruders reduce energy consumption in honeycomb production by up to 65% and double capacity.  

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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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Aerospace

Space Walker raises $4.5 million for composite spaceplane, business developments

Cumulative seed funding closes at $10 million for development of CFRP suborbital spaceplane and bolstering of new composite materials department.

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Composites 4.0

Composites supply chain and production disruptions – how can AI and digitalization help?

Digitizing and creating the factory of the future is a journey, but it has the potential to help composites manufacturers address real-life disruptions and enable fast replanning of production operations for increased flexibility and enterprise-level performance.

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Natural Fibers

Mercedes-AMG GT4 race cars now equipped with Bcomp natural fiber composite bumpers

Bcomp works with engineering specialist HWA to phase in natural fiber bumpers, replacing carbon fiber versions. Analyses report a 90% reduction in material emissions and thermal energy recovery potential.

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Sustainability

Trex Company, CNG announce top U.S. schools for annual recycling challenge

Composite decking manufacturer and specialty polyethylene film producer reward students for actively engaging in upcycling program.

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Construction

Refurbishing bridges at half the time, cost versus replacement

Instead of demolishing and rebuilding bridges, SUREbridge doubles the strength and durability of existing structures with an FRP deck for a smart, sustainable solution.

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