Composites
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9 May 2016
First Armour at SOFEX Jordan showcases Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology from DSM Dyneema
The Netherlands, 9 May 2016 - DSM Dyneema today announced that company First Armour, an affiliate of the KADDB Investment Group (KIG), is showcasing at SOFEX Jordan 2016 exhibition the lightest available insert. This panel, to be worn in combination with a protective vest, was tested according to NIJ Standard-0101.04 Level III and 7.62x39 MSC, featuring Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology. The new DP3/3+/L insert, weighing less than one kilo, sharply decreases the load carried by operational units while maintaining a high level of ballistic protection. Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology is a radical innovation based on Dyneema®, the leading brand of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber. It enables customers to create very light armor solutions. The protective insert is manufactured by First Armour in Jordan, for high-end use in law enforcement and embassy guards in the region.
3 Mar 2016
Henkel highlighting aerospace solutions at JEC 2016
At the upcoming JEC World 2016, Henkel (Hall 6, Booth J31) will exhibit a portfolio of products and applications for its aerospace customers, including lightweight surfacing films for composite materials that offer a smooth, aerodynamic surface and advanced protection against lightning strikes. Henkel will also display a full range of innovations for the automotive industry.
Driven by legislation to reduce carbon-dioxide emissions, automotive manufacturers are on a mission to cut every unnecessary gram of weight out of vehicles. The push for lighter vehicles is driving the adoption of advanced composites, which offer weight savings versus traditional metal components.
Lelystad, The Netherlands, February 29, 2016 - SABIC - one of the world’s leading petrochemical companies - has expanded its growing portfolio of innovative material solutions with the recent investment in a majority stake in Fibre Reinforced Thermoplastics B.V., with manufacturing operations in Lelystad, The Netherlands. 
4 December 2015 - Woodland Park, NJ - Cytec Industries Inc. (CYT) announces the opening of its new Application Centre in Heanor, UK, adjacent to its existing manufacturing and R&D sites. This opening is a key milestone for Cytec in its strategy to develop new composite products and technologies to serve the high volume production markets such as Automotive. This investment of $13 Million also demonstrates our commitment to the industrial markets and our long term vision for the adoption of composites by the serial automotive industry. 
21 October 2015 – Woodland Park, NJ - Cytec Industries Inc. (CYT) will be presenting information on its end to end composite portfolio, including structural and tooling prepregs, resin infusion systems and structural adhesives that are complemented by a range of process materials available as roll stock or tailored kits.