Automation in Composites

Optimizing robotic winding of composite tanks and pipes

Pioneer in mandrel-based reinforced rubber and composite products, TANIQ offers TaniqWindPro software and robotic winding expertise for composite pressure vessels and more.

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Loop Technology launches FibreLINE2X1 for compact composite preforming

Smaller cell is devised for handling all aspects of the preforming process for the production of small automotive and aerospace parts.

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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.

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Broetje-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.

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Automation, 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.

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Plyable 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.  

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Airtech International Inc.

Automated 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.   

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Research 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.

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Optimized, 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.

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Panel 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.

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Airborne 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.

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Broetje-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.

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Automated 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.

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Filament 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.

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Markforged 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.

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Rein4ced, 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.

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Composites 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.

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Intelligent, 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.

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Coriolis 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.

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FIBRE4YARDS 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.

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Plant 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.

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Dieffenbacher highlights Fibercut system for increased productivity

Dieffenbacher’s fully automated cutting and stacking system enables automated SMC processing applications.

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Increased 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.

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Aerospace 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.

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Airtech International Inc.