THE CAMX FORECAST

Published 06/17/2025

Automated composites processing systems facilitate customization, productivity

CAMX 2025: Mikrosam’s filament winding, prepreg slitting and rewinding, towpreg, AFP/ATL and flexible double-belt press prepreg equipment meet precision and quality demands.

Edited by: Grace Stubbins

Senior Managing Editor, CompositesWorld and Products Finishing

Slitting and rewinding system. Source (All Images) | Mikrosam

Mikrosam (Macedonia, Prilep) is celebrating 35 years of innovation in automation for composites manufacturing. A supplier with a comprehensive portfolio — filament winding and turnkey solutions; prepreg slitting and converting; automated fiber and tape placement (ATL/AFP); and prepreg and towpreg production lines — Mikrosam spotlights its commitment to customization and productivity.

Mikrosam is placing emphasis on its solutions for space and defense, composite pressure vessels, electric motor components and scalable in-house prepreg slitting — technologies aimed at increasing throughput and reducing cost per part. The company delivers multi-spindle filament winding systems with features like automatic cut-and-restart, modular resin baths and a TCON control system with SCADA and historian integration.

Mikrosam’s high-tension AFP and filament winding technologies are capable of producing precision components, particularly for electric motors, where tight fiber control is critical. Aerospace, defense and research institutions — including NIAR, Qarbon Aerospace and GKN Fokker — continue to adopt Mikrosam’s systems for their ability to deliver high structural integrity and repeatable quality under demanding manufacturing conditions.

Mikrosam AFP system installed at NIAR.

One of Mikrosam’s newest innovations is the flexible double-belt press prepreg line, developed in partnership with NIAR and Syensqo (U.S.). Designed for both thermoset and thermoplastic resins, it supports R&D and industrial-scale production, offering uniform heating and pressure profiles for optimal laminate quality, ideal for aerospace, energy and marine applications.

With rising demand for in-house prepreg slitting, Mikrosam also offers scalable slitting systems featuring advanced inspection and traceability. These systems deliver ROI in under two years, the company says, making them a smart investment for OEMs and Tier suppliers alike.

Towpreg production remains a strategic focus. Mikrosam’s modular, high-capacity lines support industrial-scale output, with recent deliveries — including a compact, integrated cell for a major Asian customer — highlighting the company’s ability to adapt to evolving market needs.