Processes

Composites 4.0

Smart composites equipment advances aerocomposites innovation

CAMX 2025: From fiber to flight, Broetje-Automation innovates composites manufacturing with integrated AFP, drilling and sealing technologies.

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CAMX

Controlled polymer ablation enables stronger composite bonds

CAMX 2025: Plasma Bound’s surface pretreatment technology using CPA cleanly and effectively energizes similar and dissimilar surfaces to enhance bonding and joining.

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DLR closes the loop in fiber-reinforced 3D printing with EmpowerAX, SchallFTP projects

Building on its work in EmpowerAX, the DLR and partners now aim to create a standardized, certifiable value chain that turns fiber waste into consistently reinforced thermoplastic filaments for 3D printing.

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ATL/AFP

DLR study considers cast PA6 molds for in situ AFP composites

3D printed thermoplastic mold was analyzed as alternative to expensive, time-consuming metallic molds and for suitability in aerospace-grade composite structure fabrication.

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Cutting/Kitting

Karl Mayer evolves multiaxial warp knitting systems to support natural fibers

The company is building opportunities to industrially produce sustainable technical textile composites, from its current COP Max 4/5 and Max Glass Eco offerings, to emerging future features.

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Aerospace

Composite Integration presents webinar on liquid resin infusion

On July 30, 2025, company experts will discuss the role of LRI in delivering scalable, OOA composite production for the aerospace sector.

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Automating oxide CMC for higher part volumes

FOX Composites has adapted infusion and RTM for slurry-based matrices, commercializing its VASI and IFOX technologies for automatable, scalable, serial production of high-quality oxide ceramic matrix composite parts, already proven in flight missions and a pilot-scale line.

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CAMX

Software platform improves composites manufacturing automation

CAMX 2025: Radius Engineering introduces Insights, integrated software that automates critical functions in RTM and SQRTM processes, boosting efficiency and reducing human error and training needs.

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Bonding

Plasmatreat Technology Days 2025 celebrates 30 years of Openair-Plasma

More than 200 guests accepted the Steinhagen-based family business’ invitation to discuss new applications of atmospheric plasma systems in surface pretreatment.

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Molds/Tools

Italian craftsmanship shapes RIM, RTM expertise

CAMX 2025: Lanulfi Moulds, serving a diversified portfolio, is available to discuss and demonstrate how its custom RIM/RTM molds can elevate performance, shorten cycle times and reduce overall production costs.

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