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Fabrication methods
1/8/2009

There are numerous methods for fabricating composite components. Some methods have been borrowed (injection molding, for example), but many were developed to meet specific design or manufacturing challenges. Selection of a method for a particular part, therefore, will depend on the materials, the part design and end-use or application. 

Rapid Fiber Preforming On A Large Scale
4/1/2006

A proven alternative to open molding of big parts.

Passenger Safety: Flame, Smoke Toxicity Control
12/1/2005

Tried, true -- and some new -- FST-resistant products for manufacturers of composites in rail- and road-based people movers.

In-mold Preforming Cost-justifies Closed Molding
10/1/2005

Computer-controlled robots spray preforms directly into the part tool, a running start for closed molding.

Meter, Mix Dispense Update
10/1/2005

New technologies are improving accuracy, ease of use and repeatability while moving toward automation.

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