A decisive prerequisite for successful work in the field of reinforcedplastics is understanding and mastering the basic concepts and interrelationships. Raw materials as well as applications and processing methods are extremely heterogeneous. We offer an initial overview and basic orientation. Our introductory seminar provides the necessary basic knowledge about the structure, production and use of ... Read more
Fiber-reinforced plastics/composites are combinations of different materials. The processes for component production and the areas of application are just as diverse as the possible combinations of raw materials and input materials. The two main areas of application for composites today are the mobility and infrastructure sectors, including the automotive industry. Energy management. With a share ... Read more
Composites are often regarded as the material of the future, especially in the areas of infrastructure/construction and mobility. Some of these materials are already firmly established in a wide range of applications. With a market share of over 95%, glass fiber-reinforced plastics are clearly the dominant material group. Our webinar "Composites Market Compact" analyzes the ... Read more
Have you already acquired basic knowledge of reinforced plastics and the corresponding processing methods and would like to deepen this knowledge? Then this seminar is the right place for you. Our experienced practical instructors will provide you with detailed information on the special features of their respective specialist areas, from material characteristics to processing. Here ... Read more
Nowadays, fiber composites are used in a wide variety of applications and, thanks to their lightweight construction potential, have become indispensable in many areas. As various types of waste are generated along the process chain and ultimately at the end of the use phase and the production of reinforcing fibers usually requires a lot of ... Read more
In the production of biocomposites, a matrix material (plastic) is processed with fibers as a reinforcing material, whereby at least one component must be obtained from a renewable resource by definition. This results in new sustainable materials that have exceptional mechanical properties and can be used in lightweight construction. Fibers made from flax, hemp or ... Read more
Pultrusion - an automated manufacturing process for fibre-reinforced plastics - benefits particularly from digitalization. Digital technologies can be used to make all process steps more efficient, from simulation and work preparation to system set-up and quality assurance. In work preparation, digitalization enables more efficient production planning, for example through digital tools for assembly planning, material ... Read more
AGENDA Various environmental impacts - overview of important impact categories in life cycle assessments Fundamentals of LCA - structure, system boundaries, data basis and standards Challenges in methodology and implementation - limitations, data quality, differences between standards Corporate Carbon Accounting - SBTi - Integration of LCA results into scientifically based climate targets Implementation options - ... Read more
Fiber-reinforced plastics/composites are extremely heterogeneous, both in terms of their composition and their range of applications. In recent decades, these materials have been used in a large number of very different areas and applications. The possible processing methods are just as varied as the composition. The seminar provides an overview of today's areas of application ... Read more
The diversity of fiber-reinforced plastics in terms of material composition, processing technologies and requirements for the final components requires a broad-based quality assurance system. This system ranges from the inspection of raw materials and process control to the destructive or non-destructive inspection of end products. The seminar provides an overview of various test methods for ... Read more
Fiber-reinforced thermoplastics are becoming increasingly important for numerous industrial applications - from the automotive industry to aerospace and construction. Their combination of high strength, low weight and good recyclability makes them a key material for sustainable and efficient lightweight structures. At the same time, thermoplastic matrices open up new production methods, shorter cycle times and ... Read more
In the manufacture of glass-fiber-reinforced plastics, a matrix material (plastic) is processed with suitable glass fibers as a reinforcing material. This results in high-strength materials that are used in a wide variety of industrial sectors. The winding and pultrusion processes allow glass fibers to be incorporated both in directions specifically specified by the designer and ... Read more