Composites UK is delighted to announce that the National Composites Centre’s Dr Kunal Kansara has been elected as the new Chair of its Construction Sector Group (CSG). At the National Composites Centre (NCC), Kunal provides technical and strategic leadership on composites related innovation, technology and skills development for sustainable construction and infrastructure. Kunal replaces Taziker’s […]
Composites are sustainable materials and essential for realising the European Green Deal’s net-zero targets. Using the latest information and examples, the European Composites Industry Association (EuCIA) can now also demonstrate that composites are truly circular materials. Over the coming months EuCIA will share its knowledge on composites circularity through a series of publications on its […]
Back for a ninth year, Composites UK and the British Plastics Federation (BPF) bring you Thermoplastic Composites (TPC) 2024, which will look at ‘Making a Vital Contribution Towards Circularity and Net-Zero Goals’. All major global economies have now set clear net zero targets which will require major steps to be made in the coming years […]
Composites technology company Cygnet Texkimp has supplied a multi-mode filament winding cell to TWI’s Materials Integrity Centre in Middlesbrough, UK. The technology will be used to develop, validate and commercialise new composite materials and parts, including high-performance pressure vessels and pipes for the aerospace, nuclear and hydrogen markets. TWI is a UK-headquartered, membership-based global research […]
Composites UK has opened bookings for spaces on the UK Pavilion at JEC World 2025, which is scheduled to take place from 4th to 6th March 2025 in Paris, France. This premier global event for the composites industry offers an unparalleled platform for UK companies to showcase their innovations, network with industry leaders, and explore […]
The Shimadzu AIRsight™ Infrared/Raman Microscope offers a groundbreaking solution for molecular analysis. By integrating both Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) and Raman spectroscopy capabilities into one instrument, it provides researchers with a powerful tool for comprehensive sample analysis. The ability to acquire both types of spectra from the same sample position without moving it not only […]
For over 40 years, Tebis CAD/CAM and MES offers advanced solutions for model, pattern, die and mould making as well as mechanical component manufacturing. Tebis also helps customers to optimise CNC machining processes and to automate CAM work with Intelligent Manufacturing technologies. With the latest Tebis release, there are many new features and extensions offering […]
The International Composites Summit (ICS), the UK’s only 100% composites focused exhibition, takes place at Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes from 4 – 5 September. Dedicated to the advancement and celebration of composite materials in the UK, ICS is a platform designed to connect, educate, and inspire industry professionals across the entire composites spectrum. To […]
Brookhouse Aerospace are very excited to be moving into its new 41,650 sq. ft Head office and factory later this year, which supplements its existing facility of Holme Mill and a reduced footprint within India Mill. The Company will operate with three business units, defined by their relevant capabilities. The new set up will support […]
The Tebis open house took place on the 12th and 13th of June 2024 at Tebis’ headquarters in Martinsried, near Munich, Germany and it was held under the motto “Shape The Future”. More than 400 visitors had an opportunity to learn more about CAD/CAM/MES software and services. The open house featured an inspiring program of […]