Processes

Trelleborg invests in Innovation Center expansion, remodel

An additional purpose-built space in Delano, Minnesota, by early 2027 adds a visitor center, Swiss machining, injection molding and increased space for automation.

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Sensors

Smartbeam develops HMS-embedded composite profiles for space

Project goals adapted filament winding to properly integrate optical and carbon fiber sensors and meet technical requirements, resulting in a verified, simplified process for smart composite structures at reduced cost.

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Purdue, Thermwood explore the acceleration of composites manufacturing through 3D printing

A video interview highlights how the university, the CAMS Consortium and Thermwood’s LSAM technology have enabled first-time-right production.

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Thermoplastics

CEAD hybrid LFAM opens ways for KCL bio-based 3D printing

Partnership achieves compatibility of large-format additive manufacturing with KCL’s Formi biocomposite granules, building sustainable production options.

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Infusion

Ceramic matrix composites: Faster, cheaper, higher temperature

New players proliferate, increasing CMC materials and manufacturing capacity, novel processes and automation to meet demand for higher part volumes and performance.

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Aerospace

Greene Tweed to deliver advanced TPC components for jet engines

More than 50 custom-designed parts made from Greene Tweed’s Xycomp DLF thermoplastic composite material will be delivered over the course of this 10-year strategic agreement.

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Space

CRP USA highlights 3D printing composites success for small, flight-ready satellite missions

A combination of the Windform portfolio of CFRTP and GFRTP materials and SLS printing have proven CRP’s ability to meet critical space requirements.

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CAMX

Advanced autoclaves, ovens provide efficiency, precision and intelligent control

CAMX 2025: Olmar is highlighting its next-gen autoclaves and industrial ovens for composites curing to improve throughput, scale production and achieve tighter quality control.

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Thermoplastics

KraussMaffei CFP technology enhances glass fiber processing

Patented screw geometry and the ability to separately dose glass fibers and PP into the injection molding machine reduces material cost by 30%, enables consistent quality and flexibility.

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Wind/Energy

Episode 51: Francesco Ierullo, Exel Composites

Francesco Ierullo, vice president of sales and marketing, Exel Composites discusses the role the composites manufacturing processes of pultrusion and pull-winding are playing in infrastructure and renewable energy applications today. 

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