The type of vacuum technology you choose has a direct impact on the efficiency of your process. Outdated technology, or a vacuum pump design that is not well matched to the application, can lead to higher energy consumption, accelerated wear, and reduced reliability. By selecting the right vacuum technology for the process, operators can achieve […]
Fibre handling and composites technology specialist Cygnet Texkimp has developed a VHD (very heavy duty) creel solution capable of handling 500kg packages of fibre as part of an industry collaboration to increase efficiency in carbon fibre manufacturing. The large-scale creel will be used to unwind bobbins of PAN precursor fibre into carbon fibre production lines. […]
Every prepreg delivery is more than just another shipment. For manufacturers working in aerospace, defence, motorsport and other high-performance composite industries, receiving prepreg materials is a critical quality control step. Before a single roll reaches production, teams must verify that the material has remained within its specified temperature limits throughout transport. While essential, this process […]
Blagden is pleased to announce a new partnership with Äio to promote its innovative range of natural oils for skincare and haircare applications across the UK and Ireland. The collaboration combines Blagden’s expertise in ingredient distribution and market development with Äio’s portfolio of high-quality, sustainably sourced natural oils. Together, the two companies will support brands […]
Join SCIGRIP Adhesives and BNS Industrial for a practical look at how MMA structural adhesives are being used to bond the next generation of wind sail technology. Hear directly from BNS Industrial’s Stef Jaspersen on how SCIGRIP SG300 became the adhesive of choice for bonding Ventofoil wind sail structures — replacing a competitor product, achieving […]
Distributor strengthens composite materials portfolio in the Norwegian market Biesterfeld, one of the internationally leading distribution and service companies in the field of polymers, rubber, specialty chemicals and ingredients, is expanding its cooperation with SAERTEX to Norway with immediate effect. The partnership further strengthens Biesterfeld’s composites portfolio in the Nordic region and creates new opportunities […]
AFD Systems, a Lancashire-based advanced engineering and manufacturing specialist, has successfully achieved Part 21G Production Organisation Approval (POA) from the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth within the aerospace sector. AFD Systems is the first company in the UK to be awarded an approval that is entirely […]
Your source of seawater-conditioned composites screening data. For a number of years, Orthotropic Engineering Ltd have been busy manufacturing, conditioning and testing a variety of composite materials to understand the effects of long-term seawater immersion on key performance indicators – with a focus on materials combinations most relevant to marine and offshore applications. They found […]
Biesterfeld, an international distribution and service companies in the fields of plastics, rubber, specialty chemicals and ingredients, and Syensqo, a science company developing high-performance and high-temperature polymers, have expanded their strategic sales partnership with immediate effect. Biesterfeld now holds new distribution rights for Syensqo’s performance products range in the UK and Ireland and is thus […]
Composites UK will bring together companies from across the manufacturing supply chain for Building Resilient Supply Chains on 30 June 2026 at WMG. The cross-sector event will explore what it takes to successfully work with OEMs and Tier 1 manufacturers, providing practical insight into their expectations, common barriers to engagement and how suppliers can position […]