Composites

Process Control in the Structural Bonding of Aerospace Composites with Epoxy

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

This research aims to replace anecdotal understanding of structural bonding epoxy for aerospace applications with a data-driven, quantitative results.

Huntsman Highlights Innovations for Aerospace OEMs at SAMPE 2026

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:01:49 -0400

Two experts from Huntsman Advanced Materials will discuss regulatory challenges for composite and adhesive chemistries and how to solve those challenges.

Syensqo Secures Contract with Boeing for Adhesive and Advanced Composite Solutions

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:01:51 -0400

The renewed contract covers advanced composite and adhesive solutions for Boeing Commercial and Defense programs.

Bakelite Expands Product Portfolio with Acquisition of Adhesives Provider Sestec

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:46:03 -0400

Bakelite has completed its acquisition of Sestec, a Poland-based company known for its sustainable, protein-based adhesives for wood and composite products.

Composite Materials in Green Energy: Enabling Technologies and Addressing Sustainability

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:11:48 -0400

A new report by IDTechEx presents a comprehensive evaluation of how composites are being deployed across the green energy sector.

Mako Advanced Materials Strengthens Position in Composite Materials Sector

Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Advanced composite materials innovator Mako Advanced Materials, Henderson, Nevada, has acquired PTM&W Industries, a California-based manufacturer of composite resin systems, tooling products, adhesives, and coatings.

RPM Expands Decking and Landscaping Offerings with New Acquisition

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 09:25:39 -0400

RPM International Inc. has acquired TMP Convert SAS (TMPC), a leading manufacturer of outdoor design and landscape products under the JOUPLAST^® and OCAPE^® brands.

SAMPE North America Names Slate of Leaders for 2025

Tue, 21 May 2024 17:11:21 -0400

The new leadership brings expertise from top universities, research institutions, and leading corporations in the advanced materials field.

GluECO ADHESIVES: Biobased Polymer for Composites

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 08:47:56 -0400

AmalgAmaize™ is a biobased specialty polymer for the composite materials industry that offers sustainability and versatility.

2023 Business Barometer Report Finds Manufacturers on Track to Invest in Improving Efficiency

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:43:23 -0400

Investments in digitalization, enhanced automation, and product changes are top priorities.

Westlake Epoxy Confirms ISCC+ Certification at Netherlands Site

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Westlake Corp. recently announced that Westlake Epoxy’s Pernis, Netherlands, site has completed the first sale of certified mass balanced bisphenol A.

WACKER: Self-Adhesive Liquid Silicone Rubbers

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

With ELASTOSIL® LR 3078, WACKER is expanding its portfolio of self-adhesive liquid silicone rubbers with a product line that adheres specifically to polycarbonate.

BASF, Flex-N-Gate, L&L Products, and Toyota Win Altair Enlighten Award

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

This is the second time in three years that BASF, L&L Products, and Toyota have been recognized in the module lightweighting category.

Scott Bader Acquires Satyen Polymers

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Scott Bader recently announced that Scott Bader Pvt Ltd., located in India, has acquired the commercial business of Satyen Polymers Pvt. Ltd.

Scott Bader to Sponsor MarineAM

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Scott Bader recently announced that it will serve as the platinum sponsor for MarineAM, an advanced materials event for the UK marine sector.

Scott Bader to Invest in Growth in India

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Scott Bader recently announced that it is recognizing significant opportunities available in India and is committed to bringing composite and adhesive technologies to its Indian customers for wind energy, electric vehicle battery technologies, and lightweighting in transport such as rail and infrastructure projects.

Scott Bader to Exhibit at JEC World 2022

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Scott Bader recently announced that it will return to JEC World to exhibit its structural adhesives and advanced composites in Hall 6, Stand M27.

BASF and L&L Products Collaborate on Battery Protection Solution

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

BASF and L&L Products have developed a battery protection solution for the 2022 F-150^® Lightning™, the first all-electric F-Series truck from Ford Motor Co.

Huntsman to Showcase Multiple Technologies at JEC World 2022

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Huntsman will attend JEC World 2022, May 3-5 in Paris, France, highlighting its evolving range of composite solutions, void fillers, and adhesives for automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications.

Hexion Holdings Completes Sale of Epoxy Businesses to Westlake Chemical

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Hexion Holdings Corp. has completed the previously announced sale of its epoxy-based Coatings and Composite businesses to Westlake Chemical Corp.

Scott Bader Establishes Scott Bader Ireland

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Further committing to the Irish composites market, Scott Bader has incorporated the company's Irish office.

Hexion Announces Agreement to Sell Epoxy Businesses to Westlake Chemical

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Hexion Holdings Corp. recently announced that, as a result of its ongoing strategic review, it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its epoxy-based Coatings and Composite businesses.

Chromaflo’s Tellman Achieves Certified Composites Technician Instructor Status

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Keith Tellman, technical service representative for thermosets at Chromaflo Technologies, recently achieved the Certified Composites Technician–Instructor certification through the American Composites Manufacturers Association.

Hexion’s Composite Technology Wins Two Awards from SPE

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

The Society of Plastic Engineers (SPE) recently recognized Hexion’s composite technology at the society’s Annual Automotive Innovation Awards Program.

Adhesives for Fiberglass Bonding

DrDave242@windstream.net (Dave Dunn Ph.D.) — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Called thermoset polyesters, these materials are glass fiber-reinforced unsaturated polyesters. They are also often referred to as “sheet molding compounds” (SMCs), “fiber-reinforced plastics” (FRPs), or simply “fiberglass.”

New Dow MDI and Prepolymers Facility is Top News

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Is your company expanding? Please send press releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com so we can help share the news!

MASTER BOND: Low-Outgassing Epoxy

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Master Bond Supreme 70CN is a two-part epoxy adhesive formulated using a natural, renewable, and sustainable ingredient.

Covestro Receives JEC Innovation Award

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Covestro recently announced that it is a winner of the JEC Innovation Award 2021 in the Sustainability category.

SAMPE North America Cancels 2021 Conference

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Due to the continuing COVID-19 situation, SAMPE North America has decided to cancel the 2021 Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE) Conference & Exhibition, scheduled for May 24-27.

Abstract Submissions Sought for CAMX 2021

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Organizers for CAMX-The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo are inviting professionals and experts from around the world to submit abstracts for informative and engaging presentations about their latest successes with composites manufacturing and related technologies.