Injection/Overmolding

Injection or overmolding techniques in composites involve the process of injecting or molding a composite material over a pre-existing structure or component, enhancing its functionalities or adding protective layers. This method allows for the combination of different materials, such as polymers or composite resins, to create a cohesive and integrated final product. It's commonly used to reinforce or encapsulate parts, providing improved strength, durability, and resistance to environmental factors.

Thermoplastics

Optimized approach to predict delamination failure in CFRTP structures

ARRK Engineering and Mitsui Chemicals improved delamination prediction accuracy to help optimize absorbed energy/failure load for an overmolded TAFNEX CF/PP UD tape bumper beam.

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Injection/Overmolding 3 Apr 2024

Fiber Dynamics invests in GX 1100 DCIM from KraussMaffei

Direct compounding injection molding (DCIM) enables the composites company to develop, test and protect its own recipe formulations, while increasing cycle times by eight times and reducing energy consumption.

NDI 30 Jan 2024

Xnovo Technology, Exciscope introduce X-ray tensor tomography technique

Through a strategic partnership, the companies introduce the FiberScanner3D module, dedicated to bringing more rapid, reliable and robust fiber structure characterization methods to lab settings.

Consumer 31 Aug 2023

KraussMaffei and partners develop sustainable, safe and stylish children’s bike

The Lion Bike is a German-made, injection molded bicycle with 40% recycled carbon fibers with zero scrap and enabling 67% lower CO2 emissions during production.

Injection/Overmolding 9 Aug 2023

Machinery, systems manufacturer highlights 3D printing, thermoplastics processing

CAMX 2023: KraussMaffei is featuring a variety of technologies, including Fiberform, ColorForm, RTM, extruder-based 3D printing and more.

Sustainability 3 Aug 2023

INN-PAEK project succeeds in 100% recyclable turbine

European project replaces complex-shaped metal structure in aircraft cooling system with injection molded thermoplastic composite material for improved sustainability.

Ketones 19 Jun 2023

Tool Gauge, Victrex partner to develop co-molded composite aircraft parts

Novel hybrid overmolding technology achieves novel thermoplastic composite parts to replace machined aluminum components on commercial aircraft, as well as reduce manufacturing costs and timeline.

Sustainability

The composites industry is increasingly recognizing the imperative of sustainability in its operations. As demand for lightweight and durable materials rises across various sectors, such as automotive, aerospace, and construction, there is a growing awareness of the environmental impact associated with traditional composite manufacturing processes.

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CW Tech Days: New Space Applications

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Composites in Advanced Air Mobility

Explore the cutting-edge composites industry, as experts delve into the materials, tooling, and manufacturing hurdles of meeting the demands of the promising advanced air mobility (AAM) market. Join us at CW Tech Days to unlock the future of efficient composites fabrication operations.

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