Molds/Tools
JEC Group announces 2020 Innovation Awards winners
The 13 winners were announced during a virtual ceremony on May 13.
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Revolutionizing the composites cost paradigm, Part 2: Forming
Boeing-led parts trials explore infusion, compression molding and thermoplastics, offering lessons and supply chain options to better compete with aluminum.
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RAPM development with PtFS
Boeing-led program explores rapid part cycles using automated, 180-channel thermal control molding cell for infusion, thermoset prepreg and thermoplastic composites.
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Composite Advantage rehabilitates Atlanta pedestrian bridges
Fiber-reinforced polymer (FPR) is applied to pedestrian bridge infrastructure in Atlanta. The corrosion-resistant composite minimizes maintenance and provides a more durable surface.
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Tooling Tech Group expands moldmaking facility
A 10,000-square-foot expansion to the Ohio-based thermoforming and compression mold manufacturing facility will be completed later this year.
Read MoreTrelleborg launches eco-friendly, dust-free tooling board
The TC760X tooling board flakes rather than chips during machining for a cleaner, dust-free cut, and reduces the amount of airborne particles released.
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3D printing large composite molds with a 5-axis CNC machine
Hungarian manufacturer uses CEAD Robot Extruder to cut composite tooling time and cost.
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AFRL evaluates braiding, SMP tooling and VARTM for lower-cost future engine inlet ducts
U.S. Air Force and Ohio-based composites team develop new process for S-shaped aerostructure.
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Gurit features core materials, adhesives, resins, molds for wind, aerospace
Gurit is featuring its offerings and expertise for wind energy, composite tooling and lightweighting applications such as aerospace, rail, healthcare and marine. ​​​​​​
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Demonstrator shows potential for graphene-enhanced composite tooling
U.K.-based collaborative project demonstrates lower-cost, graphene-enhanced composite tooling for aerospace use.
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