Shimadzu’s ALTRACE EDXRF spectrometer offers lab managers high-sensitivity, low-prep elemental analysis with automated throughput and sub-ppm detection. Shimadzu has introduced its latest energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) solution, the ALTRACE spectrometer. Built for high-throughput environments, the ALTRACE provides accurate trace element detection from sodium to uranium using a high-energy 65 kV X-ray tube and proprietary […]
Improving the efficiency of a vacuum system does not just rely on choosing the right vacuum pump. Much of the long-term performance is influenced by how the vacuum process is designed. This includes factors such as energy consumption, productivity, and operating costs. Typically, efficiency is defined not only as the reduction of resource consumption, but […]
Composites UK has announced the launch of a new Technology Dissemination Service, designed to support organisations delivering innovation in composite materials by increasing the visibility, reach and impact of their research and development activities. The new service is aimed at companies, research organisations and consortia involved in UKRI and Innovate UK-funded projects, as well as […]
Innovative concept, proven pumping principle, low operating costs For around 90 years, vacuum manufacturer Leybold has been offering the TRIVAC, a universally applicable rotary vane pump. The robust, oil-sealed vacuum pump combines many advantages and is used in industrial and research applications – for generating pressures in the rough and fine vacuum range and as […]
PRO-SET Formulated Resin Systems, LLC, an Iron Path Capital holding company, today announced the acquisition of European-based Wessex Resins and Adhesives Ltd. (Wessex), a prominent player in the formulation and manufacturing of high-performance epoxy resins and adhesives. This marks the second acquisition for PRO-SET Formulated Resin Systems, following its acquisition of Gougeon Brothers, Inc. in […]
Cristex, a leading UK supplier of composite reinforcements and precision manufacturing services, participated in Day 1 of the BAE Systems Supply Chain Event, presenting its latest developments across Cristex Advanced Materials (CAM) and CCK Aerospace. The event brought together engineering, procurement, and manufacturing specialists from across the aerospace sector, providing a strong platform for Cristex […]
The European Composites Industry Association (EuCIA) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the first General Assembly of the European Circular Composites Alliance (ECCA), held in Brussels on 4th December. The event brought together more than 100 participants from across Europe to collaborate on strategies for advancing the circularity of composite materials. Since its […]
A high-speed robotic winding machine developed by composites technology specialist Cygnet Texkimp and the University of Manchester is being used to upgrade existing oil and gas pipelines in Canada. Cygnet Texkimp’s Multi Axis Winder has been commissioned by Canada-based pipeline technology company TCI (Total Containment Inc) as part of a solution to wrap existing pipelines […]
Cygnet Texkimp has been shortlisted in the JEC Innovation Awards for its work with McLaren Automotive to industrialise the ART high-rate fibre deposition technology. The collaboration was selected as one of three finalists in the ‘Automotive & Road Transportation – Process’ category of the awards, which recognise the most innovative composites solutions in the world. […]
Back by popular demand we are continuing our Excellence in Science learning by running another free learning workshop! Where: Craig & Gibson Rooms, James Watt Centre,Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh Campus, Edinburgh, EH14 4AS When: GC/GCMS – Tuesday 10th February 2026HPLC / UHPLC – Wednesday 11th February 2026 The registration for each day will be opened […]