British composites centre uses KraussMaffei's RTM system
The National Composites Centre (NCC) in Bristol, UK has put a new KraussMaffei RimStar Compact 4/4/4 into operation.
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Telene PDCPD as a matrix for composites
A thermoset polydicyclopentadiene used as a matrix in a glass fiber composite demonstrates exceptional impact strength and fatigue resistance.
JEC World presents a new event format
The largest composites exhibition in the world relocates in a bigger venue with a new name: JEC World.
Elix Polymers introduces new generation of ABS composite
Elix Polymers has introduced a new generation of natural fibre reinforced ABS.
NTPT presents lightweight prepreg materials at Kompozyt-Expo 2015
In Cracow North Thin Ply Technology (NTPT) will be showcasing its lightweight prepreg materials for high-performance composite applications.
HP-RTM technology to produce carbon-fiber composites
Automotive supplier Fritzmeier relies on HP-RTM technology from KraussMaffei to manufacture carbon-fiber-reinforced components.
FiberForm procedure at Fakuma 2015
KraussMaffei has developed FiberForm, a procedure for processing fiber-reinforced plastics with a thermoplastic matrix that is ready for large series production.
Production-scale R&D projects for WPC compounds and their processing
Battenfeld-cincinnati and Kompetenzzentrum Holz (Wood K plus) extend research cooperation agreement for a further eight years.
PolyOne launched Natural Fiber Reinforced solutions in brilliant colors
At Fakuma 2015 PolyOne unveiled new bold color and extrusion options within the reSound Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites portfolio.
Composites Europe on growth trajectory
The anniversary Composites Europe from 22 to 24 September 2015 set new records in terms of exhibitors, visitors and exhibition space.
Engel v-duo accelerates use of lightweight technologies in UK
Great Britain's first Engel v-duo press has been housed at WMG’s Automotive Composite Research Centre at the University of Warwick.
Huntsman Advanced Materials with new distributor in Eastern Europe
Bodo Möller Chemie GmbH becomes a distributor of Huntsman Advanced Materials for the adhesives, composites and electronics sectors in Eastern Europe.
