Macromolecules make up the majority of plastics, which are then processed into shaped pieces, semi-finished goods, films, or fibers. The selection of macromolecules, the production method, and the ...

There are in turn two types of CFRPs: thermoset and thermoplastic. The more commonly used thermosets incorporate an epoxy polymer, which permanently hardens once cured – this makes the material strong ...

JEC Europe 2015 – TenCate Advanced Composites, a developer and manufacturer of advanced composite materials, will be discussing their expansion in both capability and product range during JEC Europe.

Showing off multi-material joining, natural fiber composites. With three iterations in development and poised to go on the market, KTM Technologies’ new motorcycle brake disc covers demonstrate ...

Linear or thermoplastic polymers are polymers that consist of long chains or strings of repeating units. These types of materials can be heated, allowing the polymer chains to slide over each other ...

This unique versatility is accomplished with a Double Acting – Distributed Pressure System (DA-DPS™) Press, Multi-Component (Multi-K) Injection System, a thermal oil temperature control unit, and ...

The thermoset and thermoplastic prepreg tape line is designed to study unique resin and fiber combinations and specific manufacturing conditions. In addition, it is an important capability to provide ...

According to Web Industries, as commercial-scale thermoplastic composite production has matured, improvements in material consistency and uniformity have increased yields and reduced quality assurance ...

Core Molding Technologies is a company with a leading position in providing products in the thermoplastic and thermoset categories. The company has long-term relationships with major blue-chip ...