Automation in Composites
GBM introduces new editorial roles covering automation and sustainability
CW parent company names Julia Hider correspondent for robots and autonomy and CW’s Hannah Mason correspondent for sustainability in manufacturing. Each role will cover a broader topic scope across industry.
Read MoreBroetje-Automation, Spirit complete CCPS project for automating aircraft preform production
Continuous composite preforming system (CCPS) integrates all work steps, from the roll to the stringer, in a fully automated, smaller footprint process, taking the next step for future aircraft programs.
Read MoreAutomation, winding equipment meet evolving composite needs
JEC World 2024: Engineering Technology Corp. is exhibiting offerings ranging from high-speed filament winding equipment to integrated robotic solutions, in addition to new standard line of tape wrappers.
Read MorePlyable releases AI-powered mold design tool
Plyable continues to rid composites engineers of workflow bottlenecks through an end-to-end automated system — from mold design to quotation to manufacturing fulfillment.
Read MoreAutomated winding machine supplier forges carbon fiber application growth
JEC World 2024: Custom-designed carbon fiber/epoxy components and automated fiber winding machine offerings will be on display, emphasizing CompoTech’s focus on designing and supplying turnkey composites technologies.
Read MoreResearch center highlights sustainability, digitization technological offerings
JEC World 2024: Spanish research center Ideko showcases its knowledge, capabilities and experience in advanced manufacturing processes for composites to reduce the environmental footprint of aerospace production.
Read MoreOptimized, automated manufacturing concepts for composite parts, SMC semi-finished materials
JEC World 2024: The AutoCut Pick&Place and Cube SMC line from Schmidt & Heinzmann aim to deliver more modernized manufacturing capabilities with improved efficiency and process control.
Read MorePanel discussions, presentations highlight intelligent process technologies for composites
JEC World 2024: In addition to providing insights and success stories regarding automation and digitalization opportunities in composites, sensXperts offers attendees a free material characterization opportunity.
Read MoreAirborne to supply composites cutting/kitting equipment to Airbus Helicopters
Fully digital Kit by Light systems will enable faster, simpler and more efficient composite ply management at Airbus’ Donauwörth facility.
Read MoreBroetje-Automation demonstrates rCF placement via AFP
Through the ScrapSeRO project, the system integrator and machine builder successfully processed recycled composites, in addition to more traditional materials, via its highly flexible Staxx One system.
Read MoreAutomated end-to-end composite solutions for tape laying, fiber placement
JEC World 2024: Fives invites attendees to learn more about its specialization in providing composites precision and performance, whether its through its Cincinnati, Forest-Liné and Lund lines or its ACE and COAST engineering suites.
Read MoreFilament winding software focuses on efficiency, precision
JEC World 2024: Roth Composite Machinery is co-exhibiting with partner mefex GmbH to present new developments to its µRoWin software for automated filament winding.
Read MoreMarkforged optimizes 3D-printed part performance with Performance Advisor
The physics-based analysis method is use case independent, automatically providing print settings that will give users options to increase part strength while optimizing for cost and print time.
Read MoreRein4ced, Dieffenbacher automate large-scale production of CFRP bike frames
A synergistic alliance combining Dieffenbacher’s production automation with Rein4ced’s hybrid Feather composite led to fully automated bike frame production line, which will be expanded to other composite products.
Read MoreComposites end markets: Boatbuilding and marine (2024)
As the marine market corrects after the COVID-19 upswing, the emphasis is on decarbonization and sustainability, automation and new forms of mobility offering opportunity for composites.
Read MoreIntelligent, automated production methods for composites cutting, logistics
JEC World 2024: Zünd is highlighting digital excellence via its ZCC Cut Center, heat sealing module (HSM), G3 Cutter and ZPC software.
Read MoreCoriolis introduces hybrid CPico AFP machine
This compact cell brings together 3D printing, AFP and milling aided by a comprehensive software program, further simplifying the manufacture of complex thermoplastic composite aerostructures in the future.
Read MoreFIBRE4YARDS incorporates next-gen composites technologies to redefine shipbuilding
At the project’s completion, consortium members have unveiled final results and a 1:1 scale demonstrator, highlighting the opportunities for more collaborative, digitized, automated, efficient and environmentally friendly shipyards.
Read MorePlant tour: BeSpline/Addcomp, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
Composites automation specialist increases access to next-gen technologies, including novel AFP systems and unique 3D parts using adaptive molds.
Read MoreDieffenbacher highlights Fibercut system for increased productivity
Dieffenbacher’s fully automated cutting and stacking system enables automated SMC processing applications.
Read MoreIncreased molding productivity via additive manufacturing
Companies in multiple segments turn to 3D printing for end-of-arm tools, fixtures for increased safety and functionality, lower cost and faster turnaround times.
Read MoreAerospace manufacturer implements Plataine AI solution
Automation of composite material receiving, thawing and flow throughout the production process resulted in improved quality, increased capacity and cost savings.
Read MoreMold 3D printing helps automate composite bathtub, shower production
As part of its efforts to automate as much of its production process as it can, Lyons Industries acquired a Massivit 10000 additive manufacturing system to quickly produce high-performance molds and support fixtures.
Read MoreCompoTech participates in three new R&D projects for expanded use of composites
Multiyear programs explore composites in mechatronic systems, integrated fuel tanks for hydrogen and high-rigidity opto-mechanical systems.
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