Processes
Addcomposites brings multi-tow AFP system to the composites market
The automated system offered by Addcomposites is adaptable to complex shapes and enables multi-format and multi-material type preforming.
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Hypetex creates colored carbon fiber covers for IQOS tobacco heating devices
The U.K. manufacturer and supplier of advanced materials coordinated all aspects, from initial concept to final solution, including a fully optimized production process.
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Laboratory for Intelligent Lightweight Production at CTC Stade advances digital solutions for industrial composites
Four-year, 12-million-euro LaiLa project with Helmut Schmidt University combines R&D with industry collaboration to solve real production pain points, validate solutions in digital lab/model factory at CTC and transfer knowledge to supply chain including customized training.
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Lanxess expands Tepex flowcore composite range
Focusing on lightweight components for cars, sports equipment and consumer goods, the long fiber-reinforced thermoplastic enhances ductility, recylability and processability.
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First edition handbook addresses sustainable composites for additive manufacturing
“Handbook of Sustainable Polymers for Additive Manufacturing,” authored by Boeing AM lead, Antonio Paesano, PhD, highlights up-to-date information and data of actual commercial materials.
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AFPT GmbH expects to acquire composite tube manufacturer
Netherlands-based Alformet BV will enable AFPT to expand the use of tubular, fiber-reinforced thermoplastic structures across a wide range of end markets.
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Improve production with five-axis machines built for composites
Virtually tour (4) USA-Made 5-Axis CNC Machines designed and engineered to help companies improve profits by decreasing cycle times and improving part quality. (Sponsored)
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CFRP breakdown poles designed for lightweight, long-lasting use in marine applications
Shellback Canvas LLC wanted to develop a cost-effective alternative to prepreg poles for its canvas boat awnings. The resulting Blacksticks comprise compression-molded carbon fiber braid and epoxy in a unique process.
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Swissplast Group to produce large-scale 3D-printed components via hybrid LFAM machine
Developed between CMS Advanced Materials Technology and the Fraunhofer Institute, the additive technology produces thermoplastic granulates reinforced with carbon or glass fiber.
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Conagen develops high-performing debondable adhesives
Sustainable hot melt adhesives aim to resolve traditional hurdles in bonding.
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