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Eastman Machine appoints TeCS as U.K. representative
TeCS has established an Eastman technical demonstration facility inside composites specialist Kamm Projects Ltd. in Newcastle, U.K.
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Spirit AeroSystems receives $80 million Defense Production Act Title III funding
The funding, in national response to COVID-19, will support and expand Spirit’s production capabilities for composites and metallic fabrication.
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Teijin increases short carbon fiber capacity
Increased product capacity will enable the company to better react to European market demands and strengthen its carbon fiber portfolio.
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SpaceShipTwo completes second test flight
The VSS Unity’s second glide test continues collecting system evaluation and vehicle performance data to prepare the aircraft for powered spaceflights.
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A retrospective take on the composites industry and the pandemic
Dale Brosius reflects on recent composites industry trends and how they are impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
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People in Composites: June 2020
Siemens Gamesa, Composites for Europe, SPE, Lockheed Martin and more announce management changes.
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TRB Lightweight Structures launches composites technician apprenticeship
The three-year program includes lecture and practical education, as well as competency-based training to develop composites skills and competencies.
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Swinburne University and CSIRO's Industry 4.0 Testlab for Composite Additive Manufacturing
Australia and Germany collaborate to build Composites 4.0 production line for competitive advantage in next-gen manufacturing and workforce.
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Velis Electro all-electric aircraft obtains type certificate
Obtained from EASA, the Type Certification furthers Pipistrel’s goal for sustainable and emissions-free aircraft.
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Abaris offers reduced class sizes for onsite training
Minimum class size has been reduced to six students, to help companies access composites training while following coronavirus safety guidelines.
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