Adhesives

Adhesives 16 Sep 2022

CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Conductive Composites

Conductive Composites expands its portfolio of multifunctional electrically conductive composite materials with a new line of NiShield nonwovens and NiBond electrically conductive two-part structural epoxy adhesive.

CAMX 7 Sep 2022

CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Click Bond

Click Bond develops lightweight fasteners for assembly technology that require no installation holes, preserve structural integrity and are easy to install.

Resins 6 Jul 2022

Scott Bader acquires Satyen Polymers, enhances commitment to Indian customers

Under the agreement, India-based Scott Bader Pvt. Ltd. will assume responsibilities for direct sales and marketing for all resin and gelcoat products, bring composites and adhesives to Indian market.

Composites Basics 5 Jul 2022

Materials & Processes: Tooling for composites

Composite parts are formed in molds, also known as tools. Tools can be made from virtually any material. The material type, shape and complexity depend upon the part and length of production run. Here's a short summary of the issues involved in electing and making tools.

Aerospace 29 Jun 2022

Materials & Processes: Resin matrices for composites

The matrix binds the fiber reinforcement, gives the composite component its shape and determines its surface quality. A composite matrix may be a polymer, ceramic, metal or carbon. Here’s a guide to selection.

Composites Basics 29 Jun 2022

The making of carbon fiber

A look at the process by which precursor becomes carbon fiber through a careful (and mostly proprietary) manipulation of temperature and tension.

Additive Manufacturing 28 Jun 2022

Materials & Processes: Fabrication methods

There are numerous methods for fabricating composite components. Selection of a method for a particular part, therefore, will depend on the materials, the part design and end-use or application. Here's a guide to selection.

Adhesives 12 Apr 2022

Scott Bader launches self-leveling adhesive, Crestabond M1-04SL

The 10:1 structural adhesive is suitable for primerless application on composites, thermoplastics and metals in a variety of market segments, including electric vehicle batteries.