Processes
Markforged introduces Digital Source platform for manufacturer-certified parts
Digital Source aims to solve supply chain challenges with licensed, digital inventory printed through Markforged’s global 3D printer network at the point of need.
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Addcomposites highlights novel composites manufacturing developments
AFP-XS and AddPath updates, new AFP and continuous AM systems, upcoming webinars and blog content are available to interested industry members.
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Urban furniture project demonstrates green potential for composite 3D printing and recycled materials
Large-format AM specialist Caracol and partners designed custom, 3D-printed outdoor furniture with glass fiber-reinforced recycled polypropylene, and conducted an LCA to evaluate and improve the process.
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VIDEO: Sustainable pressure vessel systems for heavy-duty vehicles
Automotive and filament winding experts at Voith Composites showcased their Type IV hydrogen storage tanks at JEC 2023. These 350-liter pressure vessels, manufactured with recycled carbon fiber, are primarily designed for heavy-duty vehicles.
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AFPT combines tape winding, placement into one tool
Typically separate processes, the company’s new vessel winding head (VWH), merged with a multiple tape laying head (MTLH) progresses composite pressure vessel development.
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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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ZCC Zünd Cut Center ushers in enhanced digital cutting automation
ZCC V.4 supports operators with several new smart, intuitive digital cutting functions throughout the composite material handling workflow.
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Servo-based pultrusion machines for composite profile production
CAMX 2023: Kent Pultrusion is displaying its turnkey ServoPul servo-driven pultrusion lines and secondary equipment for handling composite profiles.
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Intelligent autoclaves emphasize sustainability, efficiency
CAMX 2023: Olmar introduces its “intelligent” autoclave, a combination of the company’s Industry 4.0 technology and its 75 years experience in autoclave and oven manufacture.
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Thermal processing workflow software effectively monitors composite processing equipment
CAMX 2023: State-of-the-art, user-friendly PCS 2.0 showcased by Walton Process Technologies is an Industry 4.0 process control software for autoclaves, presses and ovens.
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