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Pepin introduces discontinuous unidirectional DiscoTape

26 Apr '12
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The ability of this discontinuous unitape to form complex parts has drawn the attention of Tom Campbell, Applications Engineer at Fiberforge, Inc. Colorado-based Fiberforge is a technology company that has developed a patented manufacturing process for continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic parts.

As a leader in thermoplastic advanced composites, Fiberforge delivers cost-effective solutions for manufacturing high-performance products. Fiberforge offers manufacturing equipment, production of composite parts and engineering services to meet their client's needs. Tom Campbell is evaluating a thermoplastic version of DiscoTape for possible use in aerospace applications.

“Fiberforge sees significant potential in the DiscoTape process in forming complex parts from thermoplastic composites. The possibility of discontinuous forming behavior in a nearly continuous material is very intriguing and we look forward to exploring the possibilities and bounds of this new material format.” stated Campbell.

Technical papers on DiscoTape will be presented by Project Engineers Amber Simmons and Elizabeth Thompson at the 2012 SAMPE Conference May 22-24 in Baltimore. Exhibits by Fiberforge (booth 208) and Pepin Associates (booth 1545) will be on display.

Pepin Associates Inc

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