Small companies, long-term impact
In a time known for owner “exit strategies,” longevity in family-owned composites businesses is heartening.

IDI Composites International opens composites technology center
The IDI 3i Composites Technology Center was founded to meet increased demand from OEMs for stronger, lower density and higher performing materials.

IDI Composites International, SMC Composites create joint venture
US-based IDI Composites International and Mexico-based SMC Composites are creating IDI Composites International Mexico, to focus on SMC and BMC applications.

IDI Composites International composites technology center marks strategic shift
The $1.5 million investment is designed for IDI to help OEMs speed composite parts and products to market more quickly.

CAMX 2014 show report
Bigger, better and more inclusive than any previous U.S. composites trade event, the inaugural show turns North American eyes forward to the future.

Business Briefs
New briefs from AXSON, 3M, Bulk Molding Compounds, IDI Composites International, Owens Corning.

IDI Composites acquires Jet Moulding Compounds
BMC and SMC manufacturer IDI Composites has acquired Canada-based thermoset compounds producer Jet Moulding Compounds. Jet will operate as a business unit of IDI Composites through 2011.

IDI buys BMC, SMC manufacturing facilities
Edit Body Add Image Add Video IDI Composites International has announced the acquisition of bulk molding compound (BMC) and sheet molding compound (SMC) manufacturing facilities that were formerly part of Menzolit Compounds International GmbH.

IDI Composites acquires Menzolit facilities in France, China
The acquisitions effectively doubles IDI Composites' sheet and bulk molding compound capacity.

SMC for small wind turbine blades
IDI Composites' Aeroform sheet molding compound is made specifically for small-wind energy applications.

IDI Composites upgrades SMC, BMC systems
IDI Composites has made several changes in bulk and sheet molding compound production to enhance quality and consistency.

Composites ride and support the rails
Increased ridership and heavier axle loads on rail systems around the world signal a potential boon for composites. 

SMC for exterior applications

IDI Composites International
 Bulk molding compounds (BMC) and sheet molding compounds (SMC) manufactured by IDI Composites International (Noblesville, Ind. ) have been selected by Topp Industries Inc. (Rochester, Ind.

Sheet molding compounds
IDI Composites International (Noblesville, Ind.) has introduced two new materials for sheet molding compounding (SMC) applications. The first, called X Series, is said to be resilient and impact resistant, designed for use in safety equipment as well as sporting goods, transportation and military applications. Impact

SMC for HVAC
IDI Composites International (Noblesville, Ind.) has developed a new UL-approved SMC (sheet molding compound) specifically for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) market. Dubbed SMC E5V-204, it features good corrosion resistance and is said to be a suitable replacement for air conditioning drain pans