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    • Syensqo supports Vertical Aerospace VX4 industrialization plan
      8 Dec 2025 Advanced Air Mobility
      Syensqo supports Vertical Aerospace VX4 industrialization plan

      Advanced composite supply agreement will advance safer, cleaner and scalable electric air mobility for the VX4 eVTOL aircraft.

    • HRC supports Range Aviation’s LEU100 eVTOL in advancing future low-altitude logistics
      25 Nov 2025 Advanced Air Mobility
      HRC supports Range Aviation’s LEU100 eVTOL in advancing future low-altitude logistics

      HRC completed a composite design and manufacturing project with Range Aviation, supplying materials, engineering, manufacturing support and comprehensive compliance checks.

    • Archer Midnight is selected for Saudi Arabia eVTOL deployment
      24 Nov 2025 Advanced Air Mobility
      Archer Midnight is selected for Saudi Arabia eVTOL deployment

      Together with Saudi Arabia’s The Helicopter Co. and Red Sea Global, Archer will help establish a sandbox framework to validate and accelerate AAM testing, build this mobility ecosystem.

    • Volocopter to launch European eVTOL sandbox program in 2026 featuring VoloCity, VoloXPro
      21 Nov 2025 Advanced Air Mobility
      Volocopter to launch European eVTOL sandbox program in 2026 featuring VoloCity, VoloXPro

      Program to accelerate certification and operational readiness for eVTOL and ultralight aircraft through real-world flight trials.

    • Joby eVTOL moves toward final stages of certification, builds global AAM framework
      19 Nov 2025 Advanced Air Mobility
      Joby eVTOL moves toward final stages of certification, builds global AAM framework

      Propeller blade manufacturing in Dayton facility, final stages of FAA type certification and the creation of Middle Eastern air taxis services.

    • AZL Joint Partner Project to build holistic approach for TPC-driven pressure vessel design
      4 Nov 2025 Thermoplastics
      AZL Joint Partner Project to build holistic approach for TPC-driven pressure vessel design

      Design, manufacturing processes and material configurations will be sought through three work packages over a 9-month period through the combined efforts of participating engineers and decision-makers.

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    • HAIZEEKO project studies coatings, smart monitoring and eco-design for offshore wind structures
      15 Dec 2025 Wind/Energy
      HAIZEEKO project studies coatings, smart monitoring and eco-design for offshore wind structures

      Offshore wind blades and towers are consistently exposed to extreme environments, requiring novel material and technology solutions to improve their efficiency, sustainability and durability.

    • Guill expands expertise to pultrusion dies for industries using FRP
      12 Dec 2025 Pultrusion
      Guill expands expertise to pultrusion dies for industries using FRP

      The Guill Extrusion Division enters the pultrusion market with a line of custom-engineered pultrusion tooling solutions.

    • Plastic injection to composite overmolding: Evolving mold design for lightweight manufacturing
      8 Dec 2025 Injection/Overmolding
      Plastic injection to composite overmolding: Evolving mold design for lightweight manufacturing

      Hybrid molding is increasing for faster, high-volume production of more integrated parts, but success requires process knowledge which includes new mold developments as processes converge.      

    • Matlantis report indicates AI turning point for materials science
      1 Dec 2025 Design/Simulation
      Matlantis report indicates AI turning point for materials science

      Industry report, based on a survey of 300 U.S. researchers, finds materials and engineering R&D at an AI inflection point, signaling an urgent need for faster, trusted tools.

    • Plasmatreat’s Elgin, Illinois lab fully operational, open for collaborative projects
      12 Nov 2025 Materials Testing
      Plasmatreat’s Elgin, Illinois lab fully operational, open for collaborative projects

      The company extends its atmospheric plasma technology to the Midwest and offers advanced surface modification and testing capabilities.

    • Improving hail impact resistance of discontinuous thermoplastic composite parts
      29 Oct 2025 Compression Molding
      Improving hail impact resistance of discontinuous thermoplastic composite parts

      Greene Tweed examines failure behavior, identifying key factors for improvement and demonstrating sufficient design for complex-shaped aeroengine components.

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    • Dash Bespoke highlights SlipStream customer project with TR01 composite chassis
      12 Dec 2025 Automotive
      Dash Bespoke highlights SlipStream customer project with TR01 composite chassis

      Dash-CAE spin-off’s end-to-end, low-volume performance vehicles, built around the adaptable TR01 platform, help companies de-risk ambitious automotive, motorsport programs.

    • METOL circular TPC innovation wins ICS 2025 pitching competition
      12 Dec 2025 Sustainability
      METOL circular TPC innovation wins ICS 2025 pitching competition

      The startup, highlighting its fully recyclable thermoplastic polymer materials, achieved high scores across innovation, market need, feasibility, industry impact and pitch clarity.

    • Fiberglass-reinforced, injection molded powertrain component wins 2025 SPE Innovation Award
      12 Dec 2025 Automotive
      Fiberglass-reinforced, injection molded powertrain component wins 2025 SPE Innovation Award

      Envalior, General Motors and Schaeffler are recognized for a novel thin-wall actuator gear design enabling electronic throttle control with 30% weight reduction, packaging efficiency and other enhancements.

    • Cygnet Multi-Axis Winder is adopted for TCI oil and gas pipeline work
      12 Dec 2025 Wind/Energy
      Cygnet Multi-Axis Winder is adopted for TCI oil and gas pipeline work

      Housed within TCI’s purpose-designed modified shoring box, the winder will support more efficient composite pipeline upgrades while also enabling the company to adjust to new safety and regulatory measures.

    • UPR successfully manufactures monoblock fiberglass megatank 
      12 Dec 2025 Glass Fibers
      UPR successfully manufactures monoblock fiberglass megatank 

      The Brazilian manufacture demonstrates its expertise in composite tanks, pipes and fittings through this 22-meter-long structure built for the food industry.

    • FIDAMC TPC Summit: An interview with Aernnova Composites
      11 Dec 2025 Aerospace
      FIDAMC TPC Summit: An interview with Aernnova Composites

      Tier 1 aerospace fabricator discusses its work with thermoplastic composite (TPC) materials and how it is internally preparing for their application in future aircraft.

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    • Cygnet Multi-Axis Winder is adopted for TCI oil and gas pipeline work
      12 Dec 2025 Filament Winding
      Cygnet Multi-Axis Winder is adopted for TCI oil and gas pipeline work

      Housed within TCI’s purpose-designed modified shoring box, the winder will support more efficient composite pipeline upgrades while also enabling the company to adjust to new safety and regulatory measures.

    • Guill expands expertise to pultrusion dies for industries using FRP
      12 Dec 2025 Molds/Tools
      Guill expands expertise to pultrusion dies for industries using FRP

      The Guill Extrusion Division enters the pultrusion market with a line of custom-engineered pultrusion tooling solutions.

    • CAELESTIS project presents final results, composite OGV demonstrator
      8 Dec 2025 Epoxies
      CAELESTIS project presents final results, composite OGV demonstrator

      Aimen, with consortium partners, led the validation of a full-scale outlet engine vane (OGV) aircraft component with ~35% less weight and 80% manufacturing defect reduction.

    • Plastic injection to composite overmolding: Evolving mold design for lightweight manufacturing
      8 Dec 2025 Molds/Tools
      Plastic injection to composite overmolding: Evolving mold design for lightweight manufacturing

      Hybrid molding is increasing for faster, high-volume production of more integrated parts, but success requires process knowledge which includes new mold developments as processes converge.      

    • Royal3D adapts DAC system inlet production to 3D printing process
      5 Dec 2025 Consumer
      Royal3D adapts DAC system inlet production to 3D printing process

      Recycled glass fiber-reinforced PET-G and 3D printing expertise minimizes waste, reduces weight and lead times for Carbyon Go’s direct air capture (DAC) systems.

    • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign innovates space tech with morphing composite structures
      3 Dec 2025 Carbon Fibers
      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign innovates space tech with morphing composite structures

      Energy-efficient frontal polymerization process method eliminates the need of oven or autoclave to transform 2D continuous fiber printed structures into 3D curved designs.

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    • Thermoplastic composite fabrication: Thermal processing
      11 Nov 2025 Composites Basics
      Thermoplastic composite fabrication: Thermal processing

      Establish a proper thermal cycle during TPC rapid forming and achieve reproducible, successful parts through key material selection and process method understanding.

    • Composites end markets: Pressure vessels (2025)
      8 Oct 2025 Aerospace
      Composites end markets: Pressure vessels (2025)

      H2 economy is set back by Trump policies, tariffs and funding pivot to defense and AI, but composite tanks remain a key segment with sales in CNG/RNG, growth in New Space and potential for H2-electric aviation.

    • Ceramic matrix composites: Faster, cheaper, higher temperature
      13 Aug 2025 Ceramic Matrix Composites
      Ceramic matrix composites: Faster, cheaper, higher temperature

      New players proliferate, increasing CMC materials and manufacturing capacity, novel processes and automation to meet demand for higher part volumes and performance.

    • Troubleshooting thermoplastic composite stamp forming
      4 Aug 2025 Thermoplastics
      Troubleshooting thermoplastic composite stamp forming

      Understand the basic science of TPC stamp forming, a manufacturing process steadily gaining momentum in aerospace and mobility applications thanks to its rapid forming, short cycle times and automated methods.

    • Composites end markets: Automotive (2025)
      21 Jul 2025 Electric Vehicles
      Composites end markets: Automotive (2025)

      Composites manufacturing intelligence drives circular economy solutions as automotive industry balances technical demands with sustainability mandates.

    • Selecting a meter/mix dispensing machine
      30 Jun 2025 Troubleshooter
      Selecting a meter/mix dispensing machine

      Choosing the right meter/mix dispensing machine requires careful evaluation of key material and process parameters to develop a precise specification, ensuring key metrics such as accuracy, output, reliability, quality and maintenance efficiency.

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    • Syensqo + Logo
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      BMI Technologies: Global Solutions for Next-Gen Aerospace Structures

        This technical webinar will provide an in-depth overview of Syensqo’s advanced Bismaleimide (BMI) portfolio, including prepregs and adhesives for high-performance aerospace applications. Attendees will learn about the unique properties and processing characteristics of Syensqo's BMI materials, which deliver outstanding thermal performance and mechanical strength. The session will highlight their global manufacturing footprint, non-ITAR product options and ongoing innovation pipeline. This webinar is ideal for engineers, material scientists and technical decision-makers seeking to optimize composite performance in aerospace systems. Agenda:  The breadth of Syensqo’s BMI product range, highlighting solutions tailored for diverse aerospace requirements Syensqo's global manufacturing and supply footprint, ensuring consistent quality and availability Non-ITAR BMI products that facilitate international program participation and compliance An overview of our innovation pipeline, including recent developments and next-generation BMI technologies

    • Kaneka Aerospace + Logo
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      Tool Smarter, Repair Stronger: Kaneka’s Low-temp BMI and Advanced Resin Repair System

      Kaneka Aerospace specializes in high-performance composite materials tailored for aerospace and industrial applications. Its portfolio of prepregs, resins and adhesives delivers properties that go beyond lightweight and strength — enabling customers to achieve greater value in manufacturing and sustainability. In this session, Kaneka Aerospace will unveil recent innovations in tooling and structural repair, two critical areas for the economics and longevity of composite structures. Kaneka Aerospace has developed a unique BMI prepreg designed to lower tooling costs while maintaining high performance. Unlike traditional BMI tools that require high-temperature master molds and costly fabrication processes, this prepreg cures first at 250 °F (121 °C) and then undergoes a free-standing post-cure at 400 °F (204 °C). The lower initial cure temperature allows the use of less expensive master molds, while testing demonstrates the carbon fiber reinforced BMI tools’ thermal and dimensional stability under extended use. To further support the composites market’s growth and sustainability goals, Kaneka offers a proprietary repair resin engineered for efficient structural repair. Its low viscosity and balanced mechanical properties ensure effective filling of damage such as delamination and matrix cracks. Comparative testing of repaired versus undamaged composites highlights strong performance across tensile strength, fracture toughness, compression after impact (CAI), and combined loading compression (CLC), showcasing repair as a cost-effective alternative to part replacement.

    • On Demand
      UV Curing for Composite Manufacturing

      Ultraviolet energy (UV) curing, also known as energy curing, has been used by the composites industry for some time, but it is still not quite as well-known as some other curing chemistries. The extremely rapid cure speed leads to high throughput and productivity, while the breath of physical properties of the cured resins allow them to be used in a variety of applications. The possibility of making lower VOC/styrene free formulations with very long pot life and reduced waste are also benefits of UV technology. In this presentation, allnex will briefly review what UV curing entails and compare the advantages and challenges of energy curing with thermally curing technologies (for example, peroxide curing of UP resins). In addition to comparing the chemistry of these approaches, we will also look at which composite manufacturing methods best lend themselves to energy curing. We will show some examples of UV curing being used in today’s composites world and where it might go in the future. Finally, this session will review allnex’s line of RAYLOK C products for UV curable composite manufacturing. Agenda: UV technology review Properties of UV cured composites Examples of UV composite technology being used today and possible future uses Review of the allnex RAYLOK C product line

    • On Demand
      Intro to Composite Testing Standards and Methods

      Composite materials offer exceptional performance and design flexibility, but their complexity introduces significant challenges in testing and validation. Accurate and reliable test data is essential for material development and structural design, especially in safety-critical industries such as aerospace, automotive and wind energy. This webinar will provide a comprehensive introduction to composite materials testing, covering the full spectrum of mechanical tests required for static characterization. Attendees will gain insights into industry standards, equipment requirements and best practices for ensuring compliance with auditing bodies like Nadcap. Instron will also explore testing methods such as compression after impact (CAI), shear, and flexural testing, and discuss emerging trends shaping the future of composite testing. Agenda:  Understand the key physical properties of composite materials Identify common mechanical test types and relevant standards Recognize equipment and setup requirements for composites testing Anticipate and address common testing challenges Explore future trends in composite testing

    • KraussMaffei Corporation + Logo
      On Demand
      HP-RTM in Automotive and Aviation

      High-pressure resin transfer molding (HP-RTM) has been established in the automotive industry as technology for manufacturing of high-performance lightweight composites parts made out of fiber textiles embedded in epoxy resin, bringing down weight but maintaining mechanical properties at the same time, compared to steel or aluminum structures. In recent years, the benefits of the technology have become more and more interesting to the automotive industry and applications in aviation. Agenda:  What is HP-RTM: how does it work and what are the key elements of the process chain? Applications in the automotive industry: what can HP-RTM do? Outlook: huge potential for aerospace applications

    • Syensqo + Logo
      On Demand
      Scalable Composite Solutions for High-Volume Defense Manufacturing

      As defense manufacturing evolves to support faster development cycles and high-volume production, material solutions must deliver both high rate and production agility. Drawing from Syensqo’s expertise in high-rate advanced air mobility and automotive platforms, this session will explore how our composite prepreg and adhesive solutions support scalable, high-throughput manufacturing — while maintaining the durability and reliability required for defense and adjacent markets. The webinar will review materials and process innovations that contribute to faster prototyping, streamlined processing and consistent quality at scale. These solutions offer adaptable performance and are well-suited for applications requiring rapid deployment and manufacturing responsiveness. Agenda:  Gain insights into the manufacturing needs of high-volume defense applications and how material selection plays a role Learn how Syensqo’s materials, including those inspired by automotive and aerospace programs, support scalable production Understand how design flexibility and process efficiency help meet throughput and performance demands in rapidly evolving environments

    Cure with Confidence: Tools and Models for Resin Process Control
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    Events See All
    • Detroit Auto Show
      14 Jan 2026
      Detroit Auto Show

      The Detroit Auto Show, formerly known as the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), is located squarely at the intersection of technology and mobility. It’s a global event filled with tangible advances ready to hit the pavement today. Here, the software is as revolutionary as anything out there, and the hardware always looks better with a good polish. You won’t find any devices that will fit in your pocket, but you will discover machines that will move you in the most literal sense. You’ll also connect with thought leaders from around the world, both in and outside the automotive industry, whose collective visions for the future of mobility will shape the way we move for years to come.

    • International Conference and Expo on Advanced Ceramics and Composites (ICACC)
      25 Jan 2026
      International Conference and Expo on Advanced Ceramics and Composites (ICACC)

      Since its inception in 1977, this prestigious conference has been organized by the Engineering Ceramics Division (ECD) of the American Ceramic Society (ACerS). Over the years, the conference has experienced tremendous growth in interest and participation from researchers, educators, technology developers, manufacturers, and end users from all over the world. The 50th ICACC will once again provide a platform for the state-of-the-art presentations and information exchange on the cutting-edge ceramic and composite technologies.

    • Composites, Materials & Structures (CMS) Conference
      25 Jan 2026
      Composites, Materials & Structures (CMS) Conference

      The annual Conference on Composites, Materials, and Structures is the preeminent export controlled and ITAR restricted forum in the United States to review and discuss advances in materials for extreme environments. The Conference started in the 1970s as a small, informal gathering for government and industry to share information on programs and state-of-the-art technology. Attendance has grown to nearly 500 people while preserving this same objective to share needs and trends in high-temperature and extreme environment materials, and the latest information on advanced materials and manufacturing processes. The five-day conference program includes two to three parallel sessions per day on topics including thermal protection materials, ceramic matrix composites, carbon-carbon materials, ballistic technologies, hypersonics, and gas turbine engines. Attendees are engineers, scientists, managers, and operational personnel from the turbine engine, aviation, missiles and space, and protective equipment communities. These communities include the Navy, Air Force, Army, MDA, NASA, DARPA, FAA, DOE, engine manufacturers, missile and aircraft manufacturers, commercial space companies, and material and component suppliers.

    • Electric VTOL Symposium
      27 Jan 2026
      Electric VTOL Symposium

      Running in parallel with the Vertical Lift Aircraft Design and Aeromechanics Specialists’ Conference  conference, the eVTOL Symposium will feature invited presentations, panel sessions and discussions by leaders in this exciting field. This event is an excellent opportunity to learn about and discuss the latest advances in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and the challenges that remain. Invited presentations from all areas of eVTOL will be discussed, from researchers and leaders in academia, industry, and government agencies from around the globe, and cover all-electric, hybrid-electric, and hydrogen-electric propulsion systems. This is a unique opportunity for designers, developers, innovators, investors, regulators, infrastructure providers, end users, media, and key influencers to share knowledge and work towards realizing the eVTOL revolution. This is also a tremendous networking opportunity for those new to the VTOL industry.

    • International Conference on Composite Materials and Material Engineering  (ICCMME)
      28 Jan 2026
      International Conference on Composite Materials and Material Engineering (ICCMME)

      ICCMME2026 is co-organized by South Asia Institute of Science and Engineering (SAISE); Tokyo University of Science, Japan; Yonsei University, South Korea and Sichuan University, China. ICCMME brings together leaders from industry and academia to exchange and share their experiences, present research results, explore collaborations and to spark new ideas, with the aim of developing new projects and exploiting new technology in this field.

    • 12 Feb 2026
      International Conference on Nanocomposites, Nanotubes and Nanowires (ICNNN)

      The International Conference on Nanocomposites, Nanotubes and Nanowires (ICNNN) aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results on all aspects of Nanocomposites, Nanotubes and Nanowires. It also provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of Nanocomposites, Nanotubes and Nanowires.

    5 Jan 2026 New & Upcoming
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    • Jetcam addresses the economic importance of efficient material nesting
      10 Jan 2024
      Jetcam addresses the economic importance of efficient material nesting

      Jetcam’s latest white paper explores the critical aspects of nesting in composites manufacturing, and strategies to balance material efficiency and kitting speed.

    • Arris Composites demonstrates advantages of natural fibers applied with Additive Molding
      8 Jan 2024
      Arris Composites demonstrates advantages of natural fibers applied with Additive Molding

      Arris presents mechanical testing results of an Arris-designed natural fiber thermoplastic composite in comparison to similarly produced glass and carbon fiber-based materials.

    • Cevotec white paper presents novel approach for H2 tank production
      27 Dec 2023
      Cevotec white paper presents novel approach for H2 tank production

      Cevotec, a tank manufacturer, Roth Composite Machinery and Cikoni, have undertaken a comprehensive project to explore and demonstrate the impact of dome reinforcements using FPP technology for composite tanks.   

    • KCARBON and KIST develop lyocell/PLA/wood biocomposites
      23 Nov 2023
      KCARBON and KIST develop lyocell/PLA/wood biocomposites

      Initial demonstration in furniture shows properties two to nine times higher than plywood, OOA molding for uniquely shaped components.

    • Exel Composites releases guide for design considerations in composite tubes
      1 Nov 2023
      Exel Composites releases guide for design considerations in composite tubes

      The composite tubes white paper explores some of the considerations for specifying composite tubes, such as mechanical properties, maintenance requirements and more.

    • UAMMI white paper addresses composites recycling in Utah
      21 Jul 2023
      UAMMI white paper addresses composites recycling in Utah

      Foundational research discusses the current carbon fiber recycling landscape in Utah, and evaluates potential strategies and policies that could enhance this sustainable practice in the region.

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    • November index slumps with multi-point losses
      12 Dec 2025 Economics
      November index slumps with multi-point losses

      Significant declines in index components across the board lead to more than a season dip.

    • FIDAMC TPC Summit: An interview with Aernnova Composites
      11 Dec 2025 Thermoplastics
      FIDAMC TPC Summit: An interview with Aernnova Composites

      Tier 1 aerospace fabricator discusses its work with thermoplastic composite (TPC) materials and how it is internally preparing for their application in future aircraft.

    • Plastic injection to composite overmolding: Evolving mold design for lightweight manufacturing
      8 Dec 2025 Troubleshooter
      Plastic injection to composite overmolding: Evolving mold design for lightweight manufacturing

      Hybrid molding is increasing for faster, high-volume production of more integrated parts, but success requires process knowledge which includes new mold developments as processes converge.      

    • TPC centrifugal compressor impeller effectively compress large volumes of hydrogen gas
      5 Dec 2025 Post Cure
      TPC centrifugal compressor impeller effectively compress large volumes of hydrogen gas

      Successful application of advanced thermoplastic composites (TPC) achieves impellers that reliably distribute, store and use undiluted H2 gas in transportation and industry.

    • SourceBook 2026: Your ultimate guide to composites industry resources
      3 Dec 2025 Editorial
      SourceBook 2026: Your ultimate guide to composites industry resources

      Streamline sourcing with more than 1,900 suppliers, new breakout sections to help you navigate the latest industry trends and dynamic online resources.

    • Modular composites enable larger tanks for wastewater and biogas reactors
      28 Nov 2025 Wind/Energy
      Modular composites enable larger tanks for wastewater and biogas reactors

      Toro Equipment uses biaxial fabrics, carbon fiber and Flex Molding for corrosion-resistant tanks that compete with steel, concrete and speed global installations.

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    15 Dec 2025
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    • Royal3D adapts DAC system inlet production to 3D printing process
      5 Dec 2025 Sustainability
      Royal3D adapts DAC system inlet production to 3D printing process

      Recycled glass fiber-reinforced PET-G and 3D printing expertise minimizes waste, reduces weight and lead times for Carbyon Go’s direct air capture (DAC) systems.

    • Exel Composites white paper charts path toward circular composites manufacturing
      3 Dec 2025 Recycling
      Exel Composites white paper charts path toward circular composites manufacturing

      Paper brings together insight from research and operations teams across Europe and Asia, addressing the persistent challenge of how to recycle composites at scale.

    • AFP with very-thin plies of carbon fiber/LMPAEK prepreg for sustainable helicopter structures
      2 Dec 2025 Thermoplastics
      AFP with very-thin plies of carbon fiber/LMPAEK prepreg for sustainable helicopter structures

      DLR, Airbus Helicopters, Fraunhofer and TU Dresden work in the NATURE project for environmentally friendly aviation

    • Covestro, XRG receive final outstanding regulatory approval for strategic partnership
      1 Dec 2025 Sustainability
      Covestro, XRG receive final outstanding regulatory approval for strategic partnership

      Together, both entities aim to redefine sustainability in the chemical and polymers industry through innovation, circularity and digital transformation.

    • Technology trailblazers recognized at ATI Aerospace Technology & Innovation Awards 2025
      1 Dec 2025 Aerospace
      Technology trailblazers recognized at ATI Aerospace Technology & Innovation Awards 2025

      Awards for Airbus, Darvick, GKN Aerospace, iCOMAT, Safran Electrical and Power and Sora Aviation highlight work that is shaping net-zero aviation in the U.K.

    • Verretex, Fiberloop partnership achieves closed-loop composites recycling ecosystem
      27 Nov 2025 Recycling
      Verretex, Fiberloop partnership achieves closed-loop composites recycling ecosystem

      Pairing Fiberloop’s recycling systems with Verretex’s specialization in regenerating textiles from 100% rGF ensures customers have both the technology and the end market access to scale recycling operations.

    METOL circular TPC innovation wins ICS 2025 pitching competition
    12 Dec 2025 Sustainability
    METOL circular TPC innovation wins ICS 2025 pitching competition
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      CW’s editors are tracking the latest trends and developments in tooling, from the basics to new developments. This collection, presented by Composites One, features four recent CW stories that detail a range of tooling technologies, processes and materials.

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      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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In the Automated Composites Knowledge Center, CGTech brings you vital information about all things automated composites. CGTech has over 30 years of NC Code simulation knowledge and is the most experienced machine-independent supplier for programming and simulating automated composites NC code.

We work with many machine vendors and their unique, specialized processes. Each process has its place and each vendor their strengths, but collectively the field of automated composites manufacturing provides many benefits.

Benefits of Automated Composites Manufacturing

  • Increased part throughput
  • Reduced manufacturing defects
  • Increased process reliability and repeatability
  • Facilitates other automation and competitive advantage opportunities
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Getting Started in Automated Composites

Manufacturing Processes

Manufacturing Processes

The automation of composites manufacturing has taken many forms. Compare these automated processes to their manual counterparts and discover what works for you.

Automating Supporting Processes

Automating Supporting Processes

Learn how automation not only enhances deposition of composite material but can increase speed and efficiency for supporting processes as well.

Automated quality inspection

Automated quality inspection

Quality inspection in composites is evolving from manual methods to automated systems, enhancing efficiency, reliability and defect detection with advanced statistical analysis.

Machine Vendors

Machine Vendors

There are many hardware machine vendors that service the automated composite manufacturing industry.

Tools for Automation

Tools for Automation

Combining the individual components of automated composites manufacturing is no small task. Learn how CGTech has provided the programming and simulation tools required.

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Resources

White papers, videos, and articles covering a variety of topics related to automated composites manufacturing.

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