Composites

Composites are materials made from (at least) two materials with different properties, which constitute matrix and reinforcement. The most common matrices are polymers, and to reinforce composites are used synthetic and natural fibers. Composites posses unique properties, which exceed the properties of the raw materials. Composites are used e.g. in transportation, construction and medicine.

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The diversity of composites solutions from KraussMaffei

KraussMaffei will be presenting a wide range of exhibits from the various composites technologies at the JEC trade fair.

JEC Composites Innovation Awards 2024: the finalists line up revealed

Annually, the JEC Composites Innovation Awards recognize successful initiatives and collaborative efforts within the composites industry.

Interplas 2023 surpasses expectations, 2026 edition to move to June

Celebrating 75 years of connecting the UK plastics industry

ENGEL, JEC World 2025

The Leading International Composites Show

JEC World 2024

First PA66 spinning plant with EvoQuench success-fully commissioned

Chinese textile producer Shandong Nanshan Fashion Technology has commissioned the first PA66 spinning plant equipped with an EvoQuench radial quenching system, integrating microfiber yarn production into its textile value chain.

Syensqo to supply advanced composites for Vertical’s VX4

Syensqo has entered a long-term partnership with Vertical Aerospace to supply composite and adhesive materials for the VX4 electric aircraft, supporting the program’s path toward certification targeted for 2028 and subsequent commercial production.

Syensqo awarded for bio-based epoxy prepreg in motorsport

Syensqo has received the Green Tech Award at the Race Tech World Motorsport Symposium for its bio-based MTM 49-3 epoxy prepreg, which combines 30% bio-sourced content with unchanged motorsport performance parameters.

Demand for high-performance yarns on the rise

Barmag, part of the Oerlikon Group, is commissioning three new HMLS yarn systems in China as local producers ramp up capacity to meet rising global demand for high-performance polyester tire cord.

Envalior wins two SPE Automotive Awards for lightweighting

Envalior received the Grand Innovation Award and 1st Place in Enabler Technology at the SPE Automotive Awards, recognizing a recyclable convertible roof cap and a hybrid composite EV battery cover developed with partners.

Circular economy - Taiwan is already doing it

At K 2025, Taiwan showcased its strength in a distinctive way. Over 130 Taiwanese companies presented solutions in machinery, recycling, materials and automation, making Taiwan one of the most strongly represented non-European countries at the fair.

Cycom EP2190 enters NCAMP accelerating aerospace qualification

Syensqo’s Cycom EP2190 epoxy prepreg has been added to the NCAMP database, providing standardized qualification datasets and documentation that can reduce time and cost for aerospace programs.

DOMO Chemicals previews polyamide innovations for K 2025

At K 2025, DOMO Chemicals will present new polyamide developments across circularity, lightweighting, flame-retardant E&E and water-contact applications, with highlights including an automotive dissolution-recycling pilot with Audi and Fraunhofer IVV and new Technyl and Domamid grades.