As vehicle manufacturers worldwide look to reduce weight from their cars and trucks in order to boost fuel economy and reduce emissions, they must set aside the mindset that has dictated traditional material and process choices and instead consider new and emerging technologies. This includes selecting adhesives and other joining options. Each car today contains, on average, 15 kg (~ 33 lbs) of adhesives,―and this amount will likely increase in the future.
Aerospace designers and manufacturers are forming partnerships with a variety of component fabricators along with universities and research groups to develop new designs.
The possibility of a new alumina-based metamaterial that can be used in industries like building construction and aerospace is being tested by a team of researchers.
In an effort to grow the composite manufacturing cluster in Rhode Island, a $125,000 federal grant was recently given by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) to the Rhode Island Marine Traders Association.
Currently, the North America region is reported as the largest for the composite adhesives market, in terms of both value and volume with the U.S.
June 6, 2017
The market was valued at $1.13 billion in 2016 and is projected to reach $1.78 billion by 2022, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9% from 2017 to 2022.
Robert Fry, Ph.D., chief economist, will present his outlook for the global economy in 2017 and beyond in the keynote presentation.
March 8, 2017
ICE USA, the International Converting Exhibition, recently announced its keynote speakers, industry fundamental workshops, and technical education sessions.