Injection/Overmolding
Injection or overmolding techniques in composites involve the process of injecting or molding a composite material over a pre-existing structure or component, enhancing its functionalities or adding protective layers. This method allows for the combination of different materials, such as polymers or composite resins, to create a cohesive and integrated final product. It's commonly used to reinforce or encapsulate parts, providing improved strength, durability, and resistance to environmental factors.
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VIEW ALLACM CRC to Develop Mass-Producible, High-Temp Composite Sucker Rod Guide Design for Oil and Gas
A UQ and ACM CRC collaboration is engineering sucker rod guides that withstand extreme heat, cut labor by 50% and open new domestic and global markets for Oilfield Piping Systems.
Read MoreHESTIA project advances thermoplastic composite fuselage tech for zero-emission aircraft
Fraunhofer IWS highlights work with CONTIjoin, vitrimers, drapeability and LSP while IVW demonstrates rCF-reinforced thermoplastic window frame using aligned discontinuous fibers.
Read MoreBpreg Composites, fibionic form synergy to intersect natural fibers with bionically optimized architectures
SNAPSHOT: The collaboration identified positive results in combining Bpreg composite materials with fibionic’s technology that balance light weight, precision, sustainability and affordability.
Read MoreAdvancing the Thermoplastic Composite Battery Enclosure into Production
Having achieved its first few commercial series successes, Kautex Textron explains the design process for its Pentatonic battery enclosure platform, which comprise glass fiber/PP or PA6 and injection overmolding a compression molded laminate.
WatchLack Enterprises acquires equity stake in IGCS International
Lack’s polymer chemistry, plating, injection molding and advanced composites expertise will benefit IGCS’ work in U.S. aerospace and defense.
Read MoreEngel develops automated high-rate process for TPC drone blades
SNAPSHOT: Thermoplastic composite UD tapes placed along load paths and overmolded in a single cycle achieve lightweight structure with functional integration, ready for mass production.
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Engel strengthens customer proximity, service and access with Engel Spain
Partner rebrand builds in direct access to the Engel Group’s technology, service and solutions portfolio to Spanish plastics and composites customers.
Read MoreTakase Kanageta selects Plataine to scale production scheduling across multi-plant operations
AI-powered Production Scheduler supports the Japanese mold manufacturer and injection molder’s 2030 Digital Factory vision, enabling scalable growth and improved planning efficiency.
Read MoreAutomated, integrated Engel production cell proves short cycle time TPC rotor blade production
JEC World 2026: Engel production solutions like its tie-bar-less injection molding unit demonstrates economical series manufacturing of high-grade TPC products for UAM and beyond.
Read MoreKraussMaffei portfolio supports composites fabricators from development to series production
JEC World 2026: Equipment supplier displays long fiber injection + wet pressing, RTM, ColorForm, FiberForm, NFPP, pultrusion, 3D printing of high-performance plastics exhibit.
Read MoreAnybrid Rav·In system enables inline injection molding functionalization
Rav·In has been developed specifically for functionalization in linear processes such as extrusion, pultrusion or roll-to-roll applications.
Read MoreTrelleborg invests in Innovation Center expansion, remodel
An additional purpose-built space in Delano, Minnesota, by early 2027 adds a visitor center, Swiss machining, injection molding and increased space for automation.
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Sentherm conductive polymers match aluminum thermal performance, cut weight
Tailored filler networks, anisotropic material design and manufacturing process control achieve hybrid polymers for EVs, batteries and other automotive-related electronics with 95% of aluminum’s thermal performance and 25-45% reduced component weight.
Read MorePlastic 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.
Read MoreBraided thermoplastic composite H2 tanks with co-consolidated molded boss areas to fit EV battery space
BRYSON project demonstrates possible designs, automated manufacturing and low permeability concepts, including EVOH liner and novel PPA matrix.
Read MoreCo-molding SMC with braided glass fiber demonstrates truck bed potential
Prepreg co-molding compound by IDI Composites International and A&P Technology enables new geometries and levels of strength and resiliency for automotive, mobility.
Read MoreOptimized approach to predict delamination failure in CFRTP structures
ARRK Engineering and Mitsui Chemicals improved delamination prediction accuracy to help optimize absorbed energy/failure load for an overmolded TAFNEX CF/PP UD tape bumper beam.
Read MoreJeep all-composite roof receivers achieve steel performance at low mass
Ultrashort carbon fiber/PPA replaces steel on rooftop brackets to hold Jeep soft tops, hardtops.
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