VERICUT V8.2 features access to Sandvik CoroPlus ToolLibrary CGTech, developer of the world’s leading independent CNC verification, simulation and optimisation software, VERICUT, has announced that its latest release, Version 8.2, will include a seamless interface with the Sandvik…
Grieve unveils new 500ºF walk-in oven No. 1016 is a 500ºF walk-in oven from Grieve, currently used for composite curing at the customer’s facility. Workspace dimensions of this oven measure 72” W x 120” D x…
FANUC launches new SCARA robot range FANUC UK has introduced its first range of Selective Compliance Assembly Robot Arm (SCARA) robots for picking and packing, assembly, and material handling applications. The SR-3iA, which was first unveiled…
CGTech releases VERICUT Composite Applications version 8.1 CGTech says it is now shipping the next major release of VERICUT Composite Applications: VERICUT Composite Programming (VCP) and VERICUT Composite Simulation (VCS). VERICUT Composite Applications are being used by…
Next generation hockey sticks incorporate TFP nonwovens Technical Fibre Products (TFP) has announced that its lightweight nonwovens play a key part in enhancing the composite fabrication of the next generation of CCM Hockey sticks. CCM Hockey is…
Grieve unveils 1,000°F top-loading oven No. 895 is a 1,000°F (538°C), top loading oven from Grieve, currently used for curing composite materials in large moulds at the customer’s facility. Workspace dimensions of this oven measure…
New high performance structural adhesive Robnor ResinLab, a specialist formulator of epoxy and polyurethane resin systems, has launched PX628D, a two-part toughened epoxy adhesive for structural bonding. PX628D offers high strength and adhesion to many…
Lighter composite fabric for law enforcement protection Honeywell has announced at the Milipol 2017 tradeshow in Paris that it is expanding its manufacturing capabilities for its Centurion composite material to meet increased demand from the global law…
Airtech introduces new Filmcote 1524 Airtech Advanced Materials Group says it has unveiled Filmcote 1524 - an engineered film developed as a replacement for release liquids on the surface of mould tools. Filmcote 1524 remains…
Scott Bader gains shipbuilding industry ClassNK approvals Scott Bader has announced it has gained ClassNK approvals for various products in its adhesives range. Crestabond M7-05 and M7-15 have gained NK’s certificate of approval for applications involving the…
Chem-Trend unveils release agent for aerospace composites moulding Chem-Trend has announced its development of Zyvax 1070W for the advancement of moulding processes for aerospace composites components. The new product is designed to reduce application and tool clean-up time…
CMS unveils Ikon for fast, accurate composite and aluminium machining Fast, accurate, flexible, words used by CMS to describe its new machine centre for high volume machining of formed composite and aluminium components. Twin 5-axis spindles with independent movement to…
John Burn unveils Epoxy Board range John Burn makes available its wide range of versatile, high-temperature Epoxy Boards, ideal for various advanced composites. As a high-performance carbon fibre product for tooling and component production, the company’s…
OMAX introduces the GlobalMAX 1508 and 2040 abrasive waterjets OMAX Corporation has announced the launch of its new GlobalMAX 1508 and 2040 abrasive waterjets, extending the GlobalMAX line of reliable and practical machines capable of cutting virtually any material.…
Anaglyph unveils new software application Anaglyph has announced the release of a new version of its composites design and analysis software Laminate Tools. Laminate Tools Version 4.7 brings a number of new features and improvements,…
Black diamond is a real gem M.A. Ford Europe says its new 239 Series diamond grind composites router has been authorised under licence to Boeing US Patent 7,090,442. M.A. Ford has an agreement with Boeing that…
Latest routers optimised for composites New CoroMill Plura routers unveiled by Sandvik Coromant offer optimised milling and slotting operations in composite materials such as CFRP and GFRP. Production engineers, machine shop managers and operators will all…
New mobile dust extractor revealed by Direct Tool Company Direct Tool Company (DTC) has launched the new DEL500 Mobile Dust and Fume Extractor by Delton Tools. The mobile unit capable of cleaning 1700m3/hr is designed to save finishing workshops…
Shape launches ShapeTex preforms SHAPE Machining has launched the ShapeTex brand for the new and efficient composite preform manufacturing process. Under the ShapeTex brand, SHAPE offers a capability to manufacture efficient, structurally optimised preforms…
Instron releases Bluehill Universal software designed for touch Built from the ground-up for touch interaction, Bluehill Universal features a portrait layout with meticulously crafted visual design while giving the most comprehensive view of the test workspace on a…
Sicomin GreenPoxy bio resins enable sustainable production for skis Sicomin, a formulator and supplier of high performance epoxy systems and advanced composite materials, has collaborated with French ski manufacturer Zag to provide customers with products that are less harmful…
Thermwood announces 3D additive manufacturing programme Thermwood Corporation has announced it is now offering a line of additive manufacturing systems for the production of large reinforced thermoplastic composite parts. The company’s new machine line, called Large…
3A Composites wins Airbus qualification 3A Composites AirexBaltekBanova has won qualification from Airbus for its Airex R82.80 rigid high performance core, which is suited for aerospace sandwich applications due to outstanding fire resistance, exceeding the most…
PPG introduces new Tufrov, Hybon and Innofiber products PPG has added three new products to its Tufrov, Hybon and Innofiber fibre glass product lines. Hybon 2732 direct draw roving fibre glass is engineered to enhance the strength of…
