Fast, efficient ultrasonic scanning of large composite components Olympus’ new RollerFORM XL scanner answers the demand for a wide-coverage and easy-to-implement phased array tool to accelerate the inspection of composite components with large surface areas. In the aerospace…
Chem-Trend unveils new release agents for FRP applications Chem-Trend has launched two new release agents for FRP applications – Chemlease 5127 and Chemlease 5128. The two silicone-free, solvent-based universal release agents combine proven technologies with ease of use.…
Mirka brings a shine to surfaces with new polishing compound Mirka says it is bringing the next generation of polishing compound to the market this November with the launch of Polarshine 12 Black. This new water borne, silicone-free polishing compound…
Techsil and Panacol offer a new adhesive for filament winding processes Available through Techsil in the UK, Panacol’s newly developed Vitralit UD 1405 adhesive is an innovative adhesive system for fibre and filament winding. For high efficiency, Vitralit UD 1405 can…
Prima Tooling unveils spiral tooling for foam cutting Should you be thinking about using high speed steel (HSS) spiral tooling for cutting foam? Would you like a better finish when machining? Prima Tooling says it has a solution.…
TFP hails rail fire testing success Technical Fibre Products (TFP) has made available new fire test data for the use of its Tecnofire in rolling stock composites applications. The results demonstrate Tecnofire’s effectiveness in enabling composites…
PRF introduces new unidirectional glass prepreg PRF Composite Materials has introduced its new unidirectional glass prepreg. Available in weights from 150 to 600g/m2 and widths of 300mm and 600mm, PRF’s high quality unidirectional glass is now…
Suhner offers efficient machining with special guards Suhner Industrial Products has introduced machining units with special guards that protect mechanical and electrical components against contamination from fiberglass dust and fibres, as well as dust from composite and…
Advances in simulation enable optimal use of composites e-Xstream engineering, part of Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division, has launched the latest version of its Digimat multi-scale material modelling software, extending its advanced composite design capabilities across all scales as…
Zotefoams unveils ZOTEK F foam for spacecraft interiors Space tourism will become a reality later this year with inaugural commercial flights already booked out and demand for tickets surging, according to the companies vying to take the lead…
Goodfellow’s ‘Mr. Material’ app tests scientific knowledge during lockdown Looking for new ways to test your knowledge during the lockdown? Leading global supplier of research materials, Goodfellow, has recently updated its Mr. Material game, a free educational app which…
Integrating advanced materials into design e-Xstream engineering, part of Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division, has unveiled a new 10X Integrated Computational Material Engineering (ICME) Solution that applies academic research with leading software and inspection solutions to…
Trelleborg unveils new eco-friendly dust-free tooling board As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting the environment, Trelleborg’s applied technologies operation has unveiled its new eco-friendly dust-free tooling board, TC760X. “Our TC760X tooling board is really unique…
Third Dimension launches new range of GapGun tools Third Dimension says it has taken the industry standard to a new level with the launch of its GapGun Pro2 and T series sensor heads. Designed for the increasing needs…
Solvay’s Xencor LFT targets structural medical equipment parts Solvay’s Xencor LFT compounds deliver high strength and enhanced impact resistance for structural applications. These long glass fibre-reinforced thermoplastics (LFT) offer healthcare designers and OEMs new opportunities to replace metal…
Sumitomo expands epoxy, PES offerings for CFRP composites To better support customers in the US aviation/aerospace segment, Sumitomo Chemical (Tokyo) has developed two new grades of epoxy resin with enhanced viscosity for easier processing, as well as a…
Huesker unveils neolaminates made from thermoplastic UD tapes A new group of neolaminates marketed under the brand name W8SVR from Huesker Synthetic are made completely from thermoplastic UD tapes and have the potential to further improve the weight/performance…
bigHead to unveil new Core Range fasteners at JEC bigHead is launching its latest innovation, Core Range, at this year’s JEC World, Paris this March. “Core Range is a simple and complete range of bigHead fasteners for both surface…
Busch new pump all ready for Industry 4.0 Suitable for many industrial applications, Busch says it has introduced a pioneering rotary vane vacuum pump to the market with its new R 5 RA 0760 A PLUS. Able to…
AirBench releases new drop-in downdraught bench AirBench has announced the release of AirBench DB, a compact drop-in downdraught bench designed for light duty dust and fume extraction. The new DB model is designed to be installed…
Greene Tweed launches new ultra-low-temperature FKM Greene Tweed’s Fusion FKM 665, a new generation, ultra-low-temperature and chemical-resistant elastomer, was specifically formulated to meet and exceed the requirements of Aerospace Material Specification (AMS) 7379 and AMS-P-83461. With…
Special walk-in oven from Grieve No. 942 is a 350°F (177°C), special walk-in oven from Grieve, currently used for curing epoxy at a customer’s facility. Workspace dimensions of this oven measure 84” W x 144”…
Ceratizit unveils new range of PCD milling tools for hardcore solutions Ceratizit's new range of PCD tools are said to deliver maximum efficiency when processing non-ferrous metals and carbon fibre-reinforced plastics. Indeed, PCD tooling can handle them all. This is due,…
Evonik unveils new epoxy hardener for SMCs A new epoxy hardener from Evonik is said to improve the technical properties and workability of high-performance sheet moulding compounds (SMCs). VESTALITE S allows greater design freedom and makes the…
