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23 Sep 2026 Pressure Vessels
Cevotec Partners With KCompositeLab, Brings Robotic Lamination to South Korea
KCLab has been appointed as sales partner for South Korea, representing Cevotec’s Samba robotic lamination equipment and supporting aerostructure and composite pressure vessel manufactures with local application engineering.

21 Sep 2026 Advanced Air Mobility
Composites End Markets: Batteries and Fuel Cells (2026)
Global EV sales hit 20 million units in 2025, and the adjacent batteries and fuel cells industries saw equal growth, all trends shaped by composite technologies.

14 Sep 2026 Hydrogen Storage
On the Radar: Type 5 Pressure Vessel, Hydrogen Propulsion Programs Advance
Strato-V project and NordSpace develop Type 5 composite pressure vessels while new U.K. government report and NLR report advances toward hydrogen-powered flight.

14 Sep 2026 Composites 101/Basics
Beyond LSP to an Architected AFP Multifunctional Conductive Layer
Lightning strike protection has traditionally been achieved via single sheets of metallic materials potentially compromised by paint while AFP provides a path toward tailored conductivity and connectivity plus multifunctionality.

11 Sep 2026 Advanced Air Mobility
Elroy Air Completes First Autonomous Flights Under FAA Program
The Chaparral aircraft flew uncrewed cargo missions across the Gulf Coast as part of the U.S. DOT and FAA's eVTOL Integration Pilot Program.

11 Sep 2026 Advanced Air Mobility
Magnolia Launches Advanced Materials Suite for EVTOL Production
Complete materials portfolio is designed for faster production and extended battery range, and is qualified for immediate use by eVTOL manufacturers.
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15 Sep 2026 CAMX
Automated Fracture Toughness Setup for CFRP Quality, Development Testing
CAMX 2026: ZwickRoell’s new G1C Mode I testing setup pairs a ZwickiLine universal testing machine with automated crack-length measurement for ASTM D5528 double cantilever beam tests.

14 Sep 2026 Design/Simulation
Anaglyph Assumes Full Ownership of CoDA
Anaglyph takes full ownership of the composite design tool co-developed with NPL, with version 3.4 out now and continued support for existing users.

10 Sep 2026 Molds/Tools
DFS Composites Mexico is Now Fully Operational, Begins Large-Scale Mold Production
The now-operational 300,000-square-foot Ciudad Juárez facility offers closer access to large-scale manufacturing capacity and technical support operations for the U.S., Mexico and Americas.

4 Sep 2026 Materials Testing
Matching the Defense Industrial Base Material Qualification Model to the Mission
A one-way attritable UAV or USV should not carry the same material qualification and specification burden as a crewed, long-life aircraft or vessel.

27 Aug 2026 Molds/Tools
Curve Works CTO Reflects on 10-Year Path to Bureau Veritas Approval
SNAPSHOT: Francois Geuskens says the Approval in Principle validates the vision that led him to start Curve Works 10 years ago, replacing costly one-off tooling with adaptive mold, panel-based composite construction.

21 Aug 2026 Molds/Tools
Evergreen Additive Scales LFAM for Marine Tooling to Fielded Vessels
SNAPSHOT: Founded in 2025, the additive manufacturing company has installed CEAD robot printer, signed materials agreement with Airtech and fielded four composite unmanned surface vessels.
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23 Sep 2026 Core
Hexcel HexWeb HRH-10 Honeycomb Core Earns NCAMP Qualification
Qualification provides design-ready engineering data for HexWeb HRH-10 and establishes an NCAMP database for aerospace honeycomb core materials.

22 Sep 2026 Thermoplastics
Toughened Thermoplastic Adhesive Targets Damage Tolerance in Epoxy-Based Composites
CAMX 2026: L&L Products is introducing Toughened T-Link, a fully amorphous technology designed to increase ductility, interlaminar toughness and compression-after-impact performance in carbon fiber/epoxy.

21 Sep 2026 Aerospace
USC McNAIR Center Installs Mikrosam Libra Robotic AFP System
The newly installed Mikrosam Libra system processes a variety of composite materials on a single platform with swappable end effectors, closed-loop thermal control and full data acquisition built in, expanding capabilities for aerospace, industry and government partners.

21 Sep 2026 Carbon Fibers
YongXian CarbonFiber Expands Standard Carbon Fiber Plate, Tube Range for Engineering Buyers
Standard 3K twill and UD T700 plates at 1.5 and 3.0 millimeters thick, plus round, square and oval tube profiles are now supplied from stock to shorten lead times for customers.

21 Sep 2026 Aerospace
ARIA Funds Perovskite-CFRP Solar Cells for Stratospheric Aircraft
The Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA) is funding 18 teams to develop aircraft capable of operating persistently in the stratosphere including the Structural Solar project integrating perovskite photovoltaics onto CFRP.

21 Sep 2026 Recycling
Sustainable Extricko Builds Recycling Unit With First Customer
The Derbyshire startup is seeking investment to fund the unit, using a steam-and-pressure process that separates hard-to-process composites derived from maritime and wind industries.
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23 Sep 2026 Curing
GMI Aero Embeds Real-Time Thermal Mapping in Anita 4.0
An onboard TMApp feature displays real-time thermocouple data over an image of composite repairs, with no internet connection required.

23 Sep 2026 Additive Manufacturing
Conbility Welcomes Henkes & Co. as Strategic Partner, Shareholder
Partnership accelerates Conbility’s growth in advanced composite production technologies and industrialization services as it expands its portfolio and builds up its in-house manufacturing capabilities.

22 Sep 2026 Pultrusion
Pul-Tek Publishes Online Technical Guides for Pultrusion
The company provides a step-by-step guide to the preforming and layup stage, and highlights its Pultuder pultrusion line for composite profiles.

22 Sep 2026 Adhesives
SciGrip SG3000 Adhesive Bonds Composites, Metals and Plastics Without Primers
The two-component methacrylate formulation from Matrix Adhesives Group extends primerless structural bonding across FRP/GFRP composites, thermoplastics, aluminum and coated steels for mixed-material assemblies.

22 Sep 2026 Additive Manufacturing
U.S. Army ERDC 3D Prints Its Largest Miter Gate to Date in Only 27 Hours
SNAPSHOT: The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center hit a new milestone with a 9×5-foot scaled miter gate print, completed using a CEAD Flexbot and Adaxis slicing software.

21 Sep 2026 ATL/AFP
USC McNAIR Center Installs Mikrosam Libra Robotic AFP System
The newly installed Mikrosam Libra system processes a variety of composite materials on a single platform with swappable end effectors, closed-loop thermal control and full data acquisition built in, expanding capabilities for aerospace, industry and government partners.
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21 Sep 2026 Electric Vehicles
Composites End Markets: Batteries and Fuel Cells (2026)
Global EV sales hit 20 million units in 2025, and the adjacent batteries and fuel cells industries saw equal growth, all trends shaped by composite technologies.

14 Sep 2026 Composites 101/Basics
Beyond LSP to an Architected AFP Multifunctional Conductive Layer
Lightning strike protection has traditionally been achieved via single sheets of metallic materials potentially compromised by paint while AFP provides a path toward tailored conductivity and connectivity plus multifunctionality.

10 Aug 2026 Pressure Vessels
Composites End Markets: New Space (2026)
With the space sector in a race for strategic dominance and the lunar economy coming into view, composite materials are accelerating into an era of high-rate production, advanced autonomous manufacturing and structural innovation that would have seemed like science fiction a generation ago.

19 Jun 2026 Wind/Energy
Composites End Markets: Energy (2026)
Composites continue to drive energy innovations, from new materials and installations of recyclable wind blades to nuclear CMC and offshore oil pipelines.

10 Jun 2026 Troubleshooter
Snap-Cure Epoxy Prepreg Systems: Thermoset Performance at Thermoplastic Speeds
The autoclave has long defined thermoset composites processing — snap-cure epoxy prepreg systems are built around the premise that it doesn't have to.

13 Apr 2026 Composites 101/Basics
Composites End Markets: Aviation and Advanced Air Mobility (2026)
Market outlook highlights commercial, defense and bizjet upturn, shift to Asia/rise of India while supply chain struggles to meet rate, AAM begins pivot toward commercial routes plus trends in civil UAS, electric aircraft and the latest in composites developments.
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21 Oct 2026
The Future of PP Composites: Lightweight, Recyclable Sandwich Structures
Are you looking for new ways to reduce weight, improve recyclability and stay ahead of evolving circularity requirements without compromising performance?As sustainability and resource efficiency become increasingly important across industries, extruded PP foam composite solutions are emerging as a powerful enabler for the next generation of composite applications.Join experts from SPUR and Borouge International as they share the latest trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of composite structures. Discover how extruded PP foam core technology can help you develop lightweight, durable and recyclable sandwich structures for automotive, building and construction and industrial applications.During this webinar, you will gain valuable insights into design considerations, manufacturing approaches, emerging application developments and the future potential of extruded PP foam composite solutions. Learn how you can unlock new opportunities to meet performance, sustainability and circularity goals while preparing your products for tomorrow's market demands.AgendaWelcome and IntroductionIndustry, Market & Application ChallengesMaterial routes to solve these ChallengesApplication fit and development RoutesConclusionQ&AClosing

28 Oct 2026
Better Together: Creating Value with Composites & Aluminum
Building systems are evolving. Increasing performance requirements, stricter fire regulations and growing expectations around durability and sustainability are putting pressure on traditional material choices. At the same time, manufacturers are expected to deliver higher performance without increasing complexity or cost.In this webinar, we explore how composites can work alongside aluminum to address these challenges in a practical and effective way. The session is designed especially for teams who are curious about composites but may still have questions or hesitation: Where do composites really add value? Are they strong enough? What about fire performance, processing, durability, sustainability and cost? The session will focus on how composites can be used in targeted areas of aluminum system to improve performance where it matters most.Our experts will walk through the key differences between composites and aluminum in real applications, answering the kinds of questions designers, engineers and product teams often raise when considering a new material. Through concrete examples, from window and door systems to structural facade interfaces, you’ll see where composites can add measurable value and how hybrid solutions can simplify design while enhancing performance.We’ll also introduce a practical hybrid design approach: replacing selected components, not entire systems. This can help reduce part counts, improve installation efficiency and support more durable, high-performing solutions while making the transition to composites easier and more manageable.Join us to get practical answers to common questions about composites and learn how combining materials can help you improve your building systems, meet evolving requirements and create more competitive, future-ready solutions.AgendaUnderstand where composites add real value in building systemsLearn how composites and aluminum can work together to improve performance without redesigning entire systemsGet clarity on key performance questions, including thermal behavior, fire performance, durability, and sustainabilityDiscover a practical hybrid design approach that reduces complexity while enhancing system performanceGet practical examples on how to transition into composites effortlessly

On Demand
Solving the Production Rate Challenge in Aerospace & Defense Composites
Aerospace and defense manufacturers face the challenge of increasing throughput while maintaining structural performance and controlling costs as production demands rise. Fast-cure composite materials offer one way to shorten manufacturing cycles, but understanding performance and processing tradeoffs is essential before implementation. Join us as we examine the engineering considerations behind fast-cure composites, including cure kinetics, exotherm behavior and comparative performance data. We will also demonstrate how cure simulation provides additional insight during process development. Attendees will gain practical insight into evaluating fast-cure composite materials for high-rate aerospace and defense manufacturing. Agenda Manufacturing Opportunities: Finding the right balance between throughput, cost and structural performance in aerospace and defense composites Setting the Baseline: Reviewing established, qualified prepreg performance data and what “equivalent performance” really means when evaluating a faster-cure alternative The Data: Comparing mechanical performance, cure time, exotherm behavior and processing options for a proven prepreg system and a fast-cure alternative Cure Simulation: Live demo of a cure simulation tool that helps manufacturers predict cure behavior before starting production

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Establishing and Monitoring Surface Cleanliness and Contamination for Adhesion Quality
Surface contamination and inadequate surface preparation remain leading causes of adhesion failures, product defects and costly recalls across industries, including automotive, aerospace, composites and medical device manufacturing. Yet many organizations continue to rely on subjective inspection methods rather than measurable surface quality data. This webinar explores how manufacturers can establish objective cleanliness standards, implement surface energy measurement techniques and monitor contamination throughout the product lifecycle to improve adhesion reliability, manufacturing quality and first-pass yield. Attendees will learn why developing a formal adhesion specification — and enforcing it consistently from initial process development through full-scale production and sustainment — is critical to reducing failures and improving manufacturing outcomes. The session will explore the latest ASTM standards supporting adhesion testing, surface cleanliness verification and quality assurance, while sharing real-world examples of companies that have successfully implemented adhesion monitoring programs to drive measurable improvements in reliability and yield. Participants will also have the opportunity to assess the maturity of their own surface energy management practices, benchmarking current processes against industry best practices. The webinar will conclude with a look at how Brighton Science's surface intelligence tools, including water contact angle (WCA) measurement and the Brighton Process Monitor, enable objective, repeatable surface energy analysis that supports faster troubleshooting, stronger first-pass yield and long-term quality control. This webinar is designed for manufacturing engineers, quality professionals, process development teams and operations leaders responsible for adhesion reliability, surface quality and manufacturing performance across the product lifecycle. Agenda Why surface contamination and poor surface preparation cause adhesion failures, defects and product recalls Best practices for developing an adhesion specification and quality control strategy Understanding ASTM standards for adhesion testing and surface cleanliness verification Real-world case studies improving bonding reliability and manufacturing quality Assessing the maturity of your surface energy management and contamination control program Using water contact angle (WCA) measurement and process monitoring tools for surface energy analysis and quality assurance Strategies for improving first-pass yield, reducing defects and accelerating troubleshooting

On Demand
Material Advantage: How Advanced Composites Shape the Modern Battlefield
As modern warfare evolves towards increased speed, autonomy, and precision, the role of advanced composite materials has become more critical than ever. This webinar explores how high-performance carbon fibers and advanced composite materials enable breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, and space- based domains. Key topics include light-weighting for extended range and endurance, thermal performance, producibility, connectivity, and affordability.Drawing on recent applications in unmanned systems and higher operating temperature platforms, the discussion highlights how material selection and architecture directly influence mission effectiveness and survivability. Attendees will gain insight into emerging material technologies, manufacturing considerations, and qualification opportunities with defense applications.The session concludes with a forward-looking perspective on how composites will shape future battlefield dynamics, including increased autonomy, increased rate, and distributed systems all within rapid decision-making environments.AgendaOverview of the evolving battlefield and how advanced composite materials act as key enablersAdvancing affordable mass manufacturing for defense platforms through high-rate composite solutionsDatabase materials for accelerated, cost-effective part qualificationAdvanced material solutions engineered for structural performance, high-temperature environments, and radar transparency (low dielectric applications)

On Demand
High-Performance, Non-PFAS Options For Release & Protective Films
Despite the versatility of fluoropolymers in demanding, high-performance applications under harsh environments, many of them have been classified as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and are facing increasing regulatory scrutiny. However, polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) is outside all current regulatory definitions of PFAS due to the lack of full fluorination and the presence of hydrogen on each carbon in the backbone of the polymer. This positions PVF as a sustainable alternative to traditional fluoropolymers while retaining outstanding weatherability, durability and chemical resistance. In this talk, DuPont will review composite applications currently commonly utilizing PFAS materials and the status of PVF as a non-PFAS fluoropolymer within the regulatory landscape. DuPont will highlight PVF's exceptional surface protection and barrier properties, its compatibility with multiple composite manufacturing processes and its multifunctional use as a release film. Agenda Review of current PFAS regulations and in-scope materials Use cases for PFAS materials (films and coatings) in composite applications Non-PFAS options: range from non-fluorinated lower-performance materials to non-PFAS polyvinyl fluoride Overview: what PVF is, why it is non-PFAS and what its attributes are Real-world case studies

13 Oct 2026 New & Upcoming
What Seven Labs Discovered When They Tested the Same Composite, Six Ways Register Now
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6 Oct 2026
Products Finishing Top Shops 2026
New this year, Top Shops Conference will expand to include CNC machining and industrial finishing. Modern Machine Shop Top Shops and Products Finishing Top Shops, Gardner Business Media’s two largest and longest running benchmarking and business improvement survey programs, will join forces to host concurrent Top Shops Conference programs. In addition to dedicated conference programming, Top Shops Conference attendees will benefit from access to several shared general sessions, keynotes, exhibit rooms and special networking events enabling these two critical manufacturing service groups – CNC machining and industrial finishing - to learn, exchange ideas and make valuable business connections.

6 Oct 2026
Modern Machine Shop Top Shops 2026
New this year, Top Shops Conference will expand to include CNC machining and industrial finishing. Modern Machine Shop Top Shops and Products Finishing Top Shops, Gardner Business Media’s two largest and longest running benchmarking and business improvement survey programs, will join forces to host concurrent Top Shops Conference programs. In addition to dedicated conference programming, Top Shops Conference attendees will benefit from access to several shared general sessions, keynotes, exhibit rooms and special networking events enabling these two critical manufacturing service groups – CNC machining and industrial finishing - to learn, exchange ideas and make valuable business connections.

6 Oct 2026
IBEX 2026
IBEX is a North American event for boatbuilders, manufacturers and suppliers looking to source innovative technology and new products. Every year it delivers a forum where the marine industry can do business, share ideas and accelerate new product development.

7 Oct 2026
Women in Manufacturing Summit
Join more than 2,000 professionals from October 7–9, 2026, at the WIM SUMMIT in Las Vegas for three days of learning, connection and inspiration.The WIM SUMMIT is where the manufacturing community goes ALL IN. It brings together professionals from across the industry and around the world for a dynamic experience focused on learning, networking and real conversations about what’s next in manufacturing. Whether you’re leading a team, growing your career or navigating change, the WIM SUMMIT is designed to meet you where you are.This year’s theme, ALL IN, is about showing up for the future of manufacturing together. As technology evolves, workforce needs shift, and the industry continues to change, moving forward takes new ideas and a shared commitment to what’s ahead. At the WIM SUMMIT, we’ll dig into what it means to go ALL IN – on talent and workforce strategy, smart manufacturing and AI, operational excellence, safety, sustainability, and wellbeing. WIM SUMMIT attendees will come away with practical takeaways, new perspectives, and connections that make an impact long after the event ends.

26 Oct 2026
ACMA - Thermoset Resin Formulators Assn 2026 Annual Mtg
ACMA hosts Thermoset Resin Formulators Assn 2026 Annual Mtg on Oct. 26-28, 2026 in Cleveland, OH.

28 Oct 2026
ITHEC 2026
Organized by Composites United in cooperation with the Faserinstitut Bremen (FIBRE), ITHEC is one of the leading international platforms dedicated exclusively to thermoplastic composites (TPC), bringing together experts from aerospace, automotive, energy, industrial applications and research.The international exhibition will feature 40+ exhibitors showcasing all steps of the supply chain, be it materials, machines, testing, processes or solutions. By combining the exhibition and the conference ITHEC is further fostering the interconnectivity between science and industry.

30 Sep 2026 New & Upcoming
ASTM D30 September 2026 Meeting Register Now
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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23 Sep 2026 CAMX
CAMX Show Daily: Wednesday, Sept. 23
Start off your second day of CAMX 2026 strong with the latest on CAMX Awards, ACMA membership awards, live technology highlights, an intro to some first-time exhibitors, today’s Poster Session meet-and-greet and more.

22 Sep 2026 CAMX
CAMX 2026 Show Daily: Tuesday, Sept. 22
Welcome to CAMX 2026! Whether you’re in-person at the show, or keeping up from afar, the CAMX Show Daily will keep you informed on the activities of note, and provide various show offerings and other valuable information for this week’s event in Atlanta.

21 Sep 2026 Wind/Energy
Composites End Markets: Batteries and Fuel Cells (2026)
Global EV sales hit 20 million units in 2025, and the adjacent batteries and fuel cells industries saw equal growth, all trends shaped by composite technologies.

18 Sep 2026 Workforce Development
Minding the Gap: Inside the Composites Workforce Dilemma
The industry’s workforce gap is real, decades in the making and widely felt. Researchers, educators, trainers and advocates weigh in on who may be responsible for closing it, and how.

16 Sep 2026 Space
CFRP/Graphite Heat Dissipation Device Enables Lighter, More Mobile Satellite Communication
A collaboration led by Mitsubishi Chemical developed a composite devices to match thermal conductivity of an aluminum NTN satellite heat dissipation device while reducing weight by 47%.

15 Sep 2026 Economics
Composites Index Rebounds as Expansion Streak Hits Eight Months
A surge in production and new orders lifted the index to 55.9 in August, a fresh sign of momentum for composites fabricators.

24 Sep 2026 CAMX
CAMX 2026 Show Daily: Thursday, Sept. 24
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21 Sep 2026 Sustainability
Sustainable Extricko Builds Recycling Unit With First Customer
The Derbyshire startup is seeking investment to fund the unit, using a steam-and-pressure process that separates hard-to-process composites derived from maritime and wind industries.

16 Sep 2026 Sustainability
Compagnie Maritime Nantaise Launches Construction of Wind-Assisted Vessel for Space Logistics
The hybrid RoRo ship, due for 2030 delivery, will rely on three automated OceanWings composite wingsails alongside conventional propulsion to transport European launch vehicle cargo.

14 Sep 2026 Wind/Energy
SusWIND White Paper Charts Path to Low-Carbon RGF
The NCC-led program finds recycled wind blade glass fiber can match virgin fiber’s carbon footprint if recyclers cut emissions and recover more polymer during pyrolysis.

11 Sep 2026 Sustainability
SHD Material Solutions Drive Low-CO2 Performance in Shell Triple 10 Challenge Concept Car
Seven bio-based, renewable, recycled or repurposed raw composite material types were used in this mass-market vehicle, reimagining EV capabilities.

10 Sep 2026 Sustainability
Strong by Form Closes €5.8M Funding for High-Strength Wood Composites
The startup’s Woodflow technology places wood fibers only where needed, enabling complex geometries and a Woodflow-core slab product that promises concrete-level strength at lighter weight and up to 75% fewer trees than mass timber.

9 Sep 2026 Recycling
R&M International Acquires Vartega EasyFeed Bundle Technology
The 50-year-old, family-owned recycler will carry forward Vartega’s rCF platform, which includes 1,000/tons of annual production capacity, for thermoplastics industry and automotive programs.

24 Sep 2026 Workforce Development
University of Leeds Strengthens Advanced Composite Research Via Composite Integration Equipment
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Composites and Carbon Fiber in Hydrogen Storage
The materials, manufacturing processes, market and energy trends driving use of carbon fiber composites in global hydrogen storage applications for fuel cell-powered trucks, buses, trains and passenger vehicles.

Automated Composites
In this resource, CGTech offers vital information about the benefits, processes, and vendors behind automated composite manufacturing.

High-Temp Composites

Sustainability
The composites industry is increasingly recognizing the imperative of sustainability in its operations. As demand for lightweight and durable materials rises across various sectors, such as automotive, aerospace, and construction, there is a growing awareness of the environmental impact associated with traditional composite manufacturing processes.

The Now and Next in Composites

CompositesWorld Collections
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.

Sensors for Composite Processing

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CW Tech Days

High-Temp Composites
As defense and space missions push the boundaries of performance, the demand for advanced materials that can endure extreme environments and conditions continues to grow.

Composites in Infrastructure and Construction
CompositesWorld’s CW Tech Days: Infrastructure event offers a series of expert presentations on composite materials, processes and applications that should and will be considered for use in the infrastructure and construction markets.

Composites in Advanced Air Mobility
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.

Thermoplastics for Large Structures
Thermoplastics for Large Structures, experts explored the materials and processing technologies that are enabling the transition to large-part manufacturing.

Sustainability in Composites Manufacturing
Explore the technologies, materials, and strategies that can help composites manufacturers become more sustainable.

Design, Simulation and Testing Technologies for Next-Gen Composite Structures
CompositesWorld’s Tech Days: Design, Simulation and Testing Technologies for Next-Gen Composite Structures is designed to provide a multi-perspective view of the state of the art in design, simulation, failure analysis, digital twins, virtual testing and virtual inspection.

New Space Applications
Explore the technologies, materials and strategies used by composites manufacturers working in the evolving space market.

Bonding and Welding
Explore the latest technologies and strategies involving bonding and welding, essential processes in the assembly and manufacturing of composite materials, providing reliable methods for joining components.

Merging Materials and Technologies for Infrastructure and Construction
During this CW Tech Days event, sponsored by Composites One, experts will offer presentations to review and evaluate the composite materials, processes and applications that should and will be considered for use in the infrastructure and construction markets.

Composites in the Hydrogen Economy
In these sessions, experts will discuss the emerging hydrogen economy and the opportunities for composites in this lucrative space.
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Composites in Hydrogen Storage
A report on the demand for hydrogen as an energy source and the role composites might play in the transport and storage of hydrogen.

Recycled Composites
This collection features detail the current state of the industry and recent success stories across aerospace, automotive and rail applications.

Thermoplastic Composites
This collection details the basics, challenges, and future of thermoplastic composites technology, with particular emphasis on their use for commercial aerospace primary structures.

Tooling
This collection features recent CW stories that detail a range of tooling technologies, processes and materials.

Sustainability 24 Sep 2026

University of Leeds Strengthens Advanced Composite Research Via Composite Integration Equipment
CAMX 24 Sep 2026

CAMX 2026 Show Daily: Thursday, Sept. 24
Aerospace 23 Sep 2026

Hexcel HexWeb HRH-10 Honeycomb Core Earns NCAMP Qualification
Marine 23 Sep 2026

Norco is Approved as a U.K. AUKUS Authorized User
Automation 23 Sep 2026

Cevotec Partners With KCompositeLab, Brings Robotic Lamination to South Korea
Aerospace 23 Sep 2026

HondaJet Echelon Program Advances With First Aircraft Wing Assembly Completion
Additive Manufacturing 23 Sep 2026

Conbility Welcomes Henkes & Co. as Strategic Partner, Shareholder
23 Sep 2026

Toray Secures RO Membrane Order for Singapore Changi Plant
Aerospace 23 Sep 2026

GE Aerospace Advances XA102 Adaptive Cycle Engine Assembly for U.S. Air Force
CAMX 23 Sep 2026

CAMX Show Daily: Wednesday, Sept. 23

Inside Manufacturing

Compression Molding 24 Sep 2019

Automated joining of hybrid metal-thermoplastic composite structures

The FlexHyJoin production cell combines surface structuring, induction and laser joining and NDT for automotive mass production.

Filament Winding 23 Jul 2019

Filament wound utility poles offer design flexibility

In Turkey, a utility pole manufacturer combines filament winding, automation, glass and carbon fiber composites to expand its product line.

Inside Manufacturing 27 May 2019

Composites design and process engineering form next-generation truck body panels

Glass fiber/foam preform technology is key to the all-composite refrigerated truck body panels.

Molds/Tools 2 Apr 2019

Spar forming simplified

Adapting its Automated Stiffener Forming (ASF) technology to build spars directly in female molds, Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems anticipates dramatic drops in cycle time and manufacturing cost.

Inside Manufacturing 4 Mar 2019

Thermoplastic overmolded thermosets, 2-minute cycle, one cell

Adhesive-free, functionalized hybrid composites enabled by industry-first, integrated molding cell.

Fabrics/Preforms 27 Dec 2018

Composite radar masts assembled for megayachts

Vabo Composites designs, builds and assembles 10m-tall composite radar masts, improving weight, stability and performance for modern megayachts.

Out of Autoclave 29 Nov 2018

Leveraging composites for space tourism

Virgin Galactic’s WhiteKnightTwo will carry its SpaceShipTwo to launch position, then rocket passengers to suborbital space for a heavenly view of Earth.

Adhesives 1 Oct 2018

Thermoplastic composites: Scenic view

First use of thermoplastic composite guide rails to replace aluminum brings many benefits to fixed-glass, roller-blind sunroof modules.

Out of Autoclave 1 Sep 2018

The International 14: High-tech but still accessible

Naval architect Paul Bieker and Henderson Boat Co. team take this venerable marine racing class to a more affordable performance/cost combination.

Aerospace 1 Aug 2018

Infused wing sheds light on aerocomposites future

In the Irkut MS-21 infused and co-cured wings, the aerocomposites industry gets a glimpse of how out-of-autoclave technologies might be applied to primary aircraft structures.

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