Processes
Curve Works reaches milestone for modular builds of composite shell structures
Approach reduces cost by 40%, lead-time by 50% and material use by >70% compared to manufacturing in large, one-off mold.
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Eastman Machine, SAM|XL to advance pick-and-place integration with automated cutting
The technology partnership will test and develop smart manufacturing solutions for low-volume, high-variation manufacturing.
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Henkel and BTG Labs partner to establish surface measurement standards
More comprehensive product specifications added to adhesive Technical Data Sheets, including the addition of water contact angles, aids in improving effective bonding results, performance.
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In-mold coating offers high-performance finishing for epoxy-infused composites
ODG Composites’ Element Xtreme is a lightweight, long-lasting protective and aesthetic coating suitable for a range of industrial and commercial applications.
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CMS debuts hybrid LFAM/milling machine
The machining specialist has developed the first iteration of Kreator, a large-format, thermoplastic composite 3D printer and five-axis milling machine for tooling and jigs.
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Engineering Technology publishes downloadable product overview
Filament winding specialist Engineering Technology Corp. has published a downloadable company and product overview that provides a summary of the filament winding software, systems and technologies available from the company.
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Hexion partners with Rassini for composite leaf spring application in new Ford F-150 model
Pickup truck model’s hybrid rear suspension is supported by a composite helper spring which uses Hexion’s epoxy resin system and is processed via HP-RTM.
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CRP Technology highlights Windform RS composite material for powder bed fusion processes
Polyamide-based carbon fiber-filled composite provides enhances functionality, flexibility and speed in developing intricate 3D-printed parts.
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Fortify, Roger Corp. partner to develop 3D-printed dielectric material systems
Combination of low-loss material systems and the Flux 3D printer series’ advanced composite processing capabilities augment radio-frequency device manufacture.
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Electroimpact launches plug-and-play AFP system
Automation and automated fiber and tape placement specialist Electroimpact has introduced Scorpion, a new modular plug-and-play automated fiber placement (AFP) system designed for research and laboratory applications.
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