Consumer

Thermoplastics 23 Mar 2022

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.

Consumer 14 Mar 2022

Decathlon selects GreenPoxy bio-resin for latest sustainable wakeboards

The sports equipment giant combines GreenPoxy 33 with FSC-accredited wood cores and monitors all ecological impacts of the manufacturing process, keeping the environment at the heart of its newest designs.

Consumer 16 Feb 2022

SNO-GO ski bikes increase performance, reduce weight with carbon fiber components

Engineered with articulated rear skis for more control and accessibility, SNO-GO’s new hexagon-shaped carbon fiber components reduce weight and increase performance.

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Pultrusion 16 Feb 2022

Pultruded fiberglass rods enhance athletic training device

Jump Sticks, developed by Flexi-StiX LLC, combine pultruded fiberglass rods within a PVC tube to produce a semi-flexible but resistant training device for enhanced dynamic athletic training.

Sustainability 11 Feb 2022

Covestro’s recycled thermoplastic resins support circular economy for electronics

Cooperation with smartphone manufacturer, Fairphone, includes use of partly and fully recycled TPU and polycarbonate resins, including glass fiber-reinforced grades.

Injection/Overmolding 10 Feb 2022

Tepex composite opens up new opportunities for electric skateboards

The continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic is used for a trough-shaped skateboard deck application, notable for its high torsional and bending strength, light weight and moisture protection.

Carbon Fibers 14 Jan 2022

Urban redevelopment plan to expand Bianchi’s carbon fiber bicycle frame production

Thirty-thousand square feet will house the Italian bicycle manufacturer’s new headquarters and production site, as well as a Bianchi Museum, strengthening production, historical ties and market control.

Consumer 5 Jan 2022

Elkhart Composites acquired by Thor Industries

The RV manufacturer engages in expanding production volume and application potential of Elkhart’s Elkboard polypropylene-based composite material.

Materials Testing 31 Dec 2021

Ruckus Composites launches composite bicycle science program, identifies upcoming research

The program, which has currently analyzed the carbon fiber frame repair footprint, ultrasonic testing and surface preparation, will extensively study sustainability, design, maintenance and repair.