Processes
INN-PAEK project succeeds in 100% recyclable turbine
European project replaces complex-shaped metal structure in aircraft cooling system with injection molded thermoplastic composite material for improved sustainability.
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Broadband flash lamp heat source improves material deposition
CAMX 2023: Humm3 technology is a broadband flash lamp heat source for AFP, ATL, filament winding and more composite applications, delivering power previously only available from lasers.
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Large-scale additive system prints industrial molds for composites
CAMX 2023: The Massivit 10000-G, with gel dispensed printing offers an ultra-fast, sustainable and cost-effective way to digitize isotropic mold production for high-quality and more reliable composite parts.
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KraussMaffei launches large-scale 3D printer, print-on-demand services
PowerPrint, capable of using fiber-reinforced compounds, combines design freedom and cost efficiency for large-format printing applications. It is available for purchase or serviced through KraussMaffei.
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AFPT, Alformet advance bending of thermoplastic composite tubes
Specialists in AFP and LATW discuss process and lessons learned for new applications in CFRTP parts.
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PE adhesive creates strong, fast bonds to low surface energy substrates
IPS Adhesive’s Scigrip brand introduces SG400LSE, a transluscent, low-color adhesive that has proven its ability to bond to FRPS, metals, plastics and other polymers.
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High-efficiency, low-energy industrial ovens, furnaces and washers
CAMX 2023: International Thermal Systems (ITS) offers a range of equipment that maximizes manufacturing efficiencies and minimizes energy consumption that include OOA composite curing ovens.
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Specialized cutting tool equipment accommodates automotive requirements
CAMX 2023: Hufschmied’s machining systems, particularly the company’s 194/195 T-Rex cutting tools and carbide cutting blades, are being presented for use on plastics, composites and other materials.
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Optimized approach to predict delamination failure in CFRTP structures
ARRK Engineering and Mitsui Chemicals improved delamination prediction accuracy to help optimize absorbed energy/failure load for an overmolded TAFNEX CF/PP UD tape bumper beam.
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Aerospace manufacturer meets increased demand with Plataine
Plataine’s AI-based solution, incorporated into the composite aerostructure manufacturer’s cutting and kitting operations, increased production throughput, material use, improved quality and reduced errors.
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