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Composite Manufacturing
It isn’t just Americans that are tipping the scales these days. The average new vehicle hitting US roads weighs 175 more pounds than it did three years ago and over 1,000 more pounds than it did in 1980. We have a significant amount of electronics, powerful engines, and larger physical size to thank for this....
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Did you know the composites industry was worth over $100 billion to the U.S. economy as of 2022? With a number like that, you can clearly see that this industry has grown from the fringes to everyday use. If you aren’t using composite technology in your production line yet, you’ll want to switch over. Composite...
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The world’s first aircraft (the Wright Flyer) was unveiled in 1903, and it was far from perfect. We’ve come a long way since then, and modern aircraft are incredibly advanced. In the aerospace industry, material choices are incredibly important. The components of any aircraft need to be precise and reliable, so cutting corners isn’t an...
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The history of carbon fiber begins earlier than many realize. By the late 1800s, scientists were experimenting on carbon fibers for incandescent lightbulbs. Less than 100 years later, these filaments opened the way for a future material: carbon fiber. Today, you’ll find carbon fiber as a vital component in many industries. It’s light, strong, heat-resistant, and ideal for sensitive...
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Manufacturing plays a crucial role in global economies. In 2021, this made up about 12% of the US GDP alone. With this industry being so important, people constantly have to think of ways to make it even better. Well, one of those ways could be to buy into composite manufacturing. What are the biggest cost...
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