Deceuninck introduces improved custom architectural solutions line, Innergy AP
The line of custom fiber-reinforced polymer commercial components offered under Innergy AP deliver both structural strength and thermal performance.
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Composite Factory receives PRI Registrar accreditation
The PRI Registrar recognizes Composite Factory for its commitment to continual improvement in its management system and quality excellence.
#workforcedevelopment
Designing the ultimate stand-up fishing kayak
Apex Watercraft’s new Tyr carbon fiber/epoxy prototype reimagines the typical kayak design and promises the highest performance possible.
#trends
Using nondestructive testing to inspect, repair carbon fiber bicycles
An Oregon-based bicycle inspection and repair shop uses an Olympus ultrasonic thickness gage to evaluate and fix structural damage.
#ndi #application
CompoTech launches standard range for carbon finer epoxy beams
Produced via AFP and precision press molded results in a high-strength carbon epoxy composite beam with 10-15% higher stiffness in the axial direction.
#precursor #continuousfiberAM #autoclave
Using nondestructive testing to inspect, repair carbon fiber bicycles
An Oregon-based bicycle inspection and repair shop uses an Olympus ultrasonic thickness gage to evaluate and fix structural damage.
#ndi #application
Videos / Podcasts
Thermoplastic composites add light weight, durability to personal transport
The laptop-sized WALKCAR automatic people mover is constructed from Teijin thermoplastic carbon fiber composite materials.
#application
Conbility: Mass production of composite tape laminates
RWTH Aachen spin-off scales up production for low-cost, in-situ consolidated composites as inserts for lighter, cheaper injection-molded parts.
#trends #composites4_0 #continuousfiberAM
CFIP reinforces material with continuous carbon fibers post-process.
Continuous Fiber Injection Process (CFIP) technology works with additive manufacturing to strengthen plastics, metals and ceramics, creating complex-shaped-composites and high-strength joints.
#nextgenaerospace #continuousfiberAM #outofautoclave
Composites Index contracts on weak backlogs
For February 2020, the Composites Index contracted slightly with a reading of 49.7.
#economics
Episode 31: John Riendeau, Rhode Island Commerce
Rhode Island Commerce director of business development John Riendeau discusses how the state’s legacy experience in boat building has translated into expertise in new markets within the composites industry.
#aramidfiber #workforcedevelopment #windblades
Britannia boat cradles manufactured with ELG recycled carbon fiber
ELG Carbon Fibre has processed more than 1.2 metric tonnes of INEOS Team UK’s carbon fiber waste materials to produce two cradles for the new race boat.
#outofautoclave
Corebon expands induction-based composites production into new facility
Results for cutting CFRP cycle time to be presented at Carbon Fiber 2019 conference.
#hprtm #adhesives #cuttingtools
Australian start-up builds first recycled carbon fiber composite surfboard
Juc Surf uses 100% recycled carbon fiber scrap materials for a more sustainable surfboard that doesn’t sacrifice performance.
#trends #sustainability
Deceuninck introduces improved custom architectural solutions line, Innergy AP
The line of custom fiber-reinforced polymer commercial components offered under Innergy AP deliver both structural strength and thermal performance.
Composite Factory receives PRI Registrar accreditation
The PRI Registrar recognizes Composite Factory for its commitment to continual improvement in its management system and quality excellence.
#workforcedevelopment
Argo MRT, Advanced Composites Training announce joint collaboration
The collaboration will offer hands-on training curriculum opportunities and develop new opportunities for supporting aircraft structural repairs.
#workforcedevelopment
AIT Bridges ships first composite bridge system to the West Coast
Comprised of 12 fiberglass composite arches, the bridge was spliced, transported and reassembled on-site, expediting the building process.
#trends #infrastructure
Novo Navis develops process to manufacture 3D woven, machinable carbon fiber
The ability to create solid blocks of woven carbon fiber presents the opportunity to create complex load bearing structures for aerospace applications.
#weaving
Soling, Magnum Venus Products partnership produce LRTM composite domes
Incorporating the LRTM process enabled Soling to produce the largest LRTM part by volume manufactured in Colombia.
#outofautoclave
Thermoplastic composites add light weight, durability to personal transport
The laptop-sized WALKCAR automatic people mover is constructed from Teijin thermoplastic carbon fiber composite materials.
#application
NEW PRODUCTS: CONSUMER
CompoTech launches standard range for carbon finer epoxy beams
Produced via AFP and precision press molded results in a high-strength carbon epoxy composite beam with 10-15% higher stiffness in the axial direction.
#precursor #continuousfiberAM #autoclave
TFP highlights basalt veil and intumescent fire protection materials
Technical Fibre Products’ basalt veil is ideal for high-temperature performance, and its Technofire fire protection materials extensively protect underlying structures from heat.
#infrastructure
DSM introduces new UHMWPE fiber
Compared to DSM’s original Dyneema thermoplastic fiber products, Trosar addresses a wider range of high-performance applications.
#sustainability
Dieffenbacher innovations focus on SMC, D-LFT
Dieffenbacher is presenting its solutions for tape laying, SMCs, D-LFT and wet molding technologies, as well as a new messaging and ticket system app.
#peek #sheetmoldingcompound
New Hexcel materials target marine, automotive, sporting goods
Hexcel is showcasing new composites technologies and parts that have been developed for the marine, automotive and sport industries.
#adhesives #weaving #layup
Toray structural resin system developed for high-end motorsports
The Toray TC346 prepreg resin system is said to have the highest combined Tg and high-temperature mechanical property retention available for the market.
#layup