Processes

Molds/Tools

EnvisionTEC, Covestro collaborate on material, printer solutions for DLP 3D printing tooling applications

Covestro DLP resin e-PerFORM used with EnvisionTEC’s Perfactory P4K series DLP 3D printing demonstrates faster, more cost-effective print speeds for the production of injection molding tooling.

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Nanomaterials

B9Creations' 3D printer uses Mechnano's nanomaterials

This partnership brings together B9Creations’ B9 Core Series 3D printers and Mechnano’s nanomaterials functionalized with carbon nanotubes, which improve impact, tear resistance and tensile performance.

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Curing

Notus Composites launches low-temperature curing epoxy prepreg

NE7 formulation enables composite manufacturers to cure components at temperatures as low as 70ËšC, reducing energy consumption and enabling more cost-effective tooling options.

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Construction

Composite building systems startup launches funding round

Florida-based Galexa Homes supplies pre-engineered wall, floor and roof systems built with pultruded fiberglass composites, looks to expand and move toward robotic assembly.

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Teton Simulation introduces new AM simulation tool for BCN3D Stratos software

SmartSlice for BCN3D Stratos features sophisticated print parameter optimization to eliminate costly print-test-redesign cycles and ensure printed parts perform as expected.

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Filament Winding

Mold release for winding and wrapping

In this Digital Demo, Scott Waterman, Global Sales Director at AXEL Plastics (Monroe, Conn., U.S.), outlines the unique differences of filament winding and wrapping that affect the selection and usage of mold release. (Sponsored)

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Suprem expands thermoplastic capabilities

A tailored combination of fiber reinforcement and high-performance thermoplastics  can now be processed with this technology to fulfill applications from marine to aerospace.

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Molds/Tools

ExOne launches comprehensive industrial-grade, 3D-printed tooling solutions

X1 Tooling, reported to be the broadest portfolio available to manufacturers, offers fast, affordable and local tooling options for the final production of metal, plastic and composite designs.

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ATL/AFP

Quebec composites development center installs AFP capability

Robotic cell by Effman, Fanuc and Addcomposites enables automation of complex composite layups with tailored fiber orientation for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

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Thermoplastics

Thermoplastic tapes continue to show potential for composite aerostructures

Web Industries reports increased R&D activity within several aerospace markets enabled by the flexibility and advantages of thermoplastic tapes.

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