Henkel has developed a polyurethane-based composite matrix resin that cures faster than the traditional epoxy resins. Composites based on carbon fiber or glass fiber are gaining momentum in various application areas due to the opportunity for enormous weight savings over traditional part construction, with no loss in mechanical performance. Starting in aerospace where pre-impregnated fibers (prepregs) are manually laid up and then baked into composites, many different applications are now penetrating into the automotive industry. New manufacturing methods like resin transfer molding enable economic processes that are suited for high volume automotive production.
For the resin transfer molding process, Henkel has developed a new composite matrix resin based on polyurethane which enables improved economics and throughput in processing. Compared to standard epoxy matrix resins, the new Loctite MAX2 cures significantly faster. During injection, it also enables more efficient impregnation without stressing the fibers due to the lower viscosity of the resin.
The composite properties of Loctite MAX2 were specially developed to provide more flexibility as well as much higher impact resistance than traditional epoxy resins. Henkel is confident that these new generations of polyurethane matrix resins deliver significant benefits for fast and efficient manufacturing.
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Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Altair and Cellbond Partner to Create Industry's Most Accurate Virtual Crash-Test Barriers
Altair Engineering, Inc., a leading global provider of simulation technology and engineering services, informed about the release of the first simulation model to emerge from its partnership with U.K.-based test barrier supplier Cellbond, a highly accurate and reliable finite-element-analysis (FEA) barrier model for virtual side impact crash testing.
Cellbond is one of the world's foremost developers of physical barriers for crash testing, employing a composite honeycomb technology to create energy-absorption structures. As a result of a recent agreement between Altair and Cellbond, Altair has been able to incorporate all the data that Cellbond has gathered regarding material properties and barrier design into virtual barriers for use with RADIOSS, Altair's complete finite element solver for structural analysis found in its HyperWorks CAE software suite. Altair has built these models on findings from decades of Cellbond work to define material characteristics, barrier geometries, drawings and physical test results. Altair is developing a series of such models for use in simulating front-end and side-impact crashes that meet U.S. NHTSA and IIHS standards and for European standards, as well.
Cellbond is one of the world's foremost developers of physical barriers for crash testing, employing a composite honeycomb technology to create energy-absorption structures. As a result of a recent agreement between Altair and Cellbond, Altair has been able to incorporate all the data that Cellbond has gathered regarding material properties and barrier design into virtual barriers for use with RADIOSS, Altair's complete finite element solver for structural analysis found in its HyperWorks CAE software suite. Altair has built these models on findings from decades of Cellbond work to define material characteristics, barrier geometries, drawings and physical test results. Altair is developing a series of such models for use in simulating front-end and side-impact crashes that meet U.S. NHTSA and IIHS standards and for European standards, as well.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Value Chain Analysis of Boeing 787: 2011-2016
October 2011, Boeing on finding itself in the crucial situation of having lost market share to Airbus had to respond in order to regain its leading position by enhancing customer benefits and recapturing an advantage over its competition. The diversification strategy included the new midsize (200–300 passengers), long-range 787series. The 787, nicknamed the Dreamliner, was designed to meet the demand for direct, long-distance connections between cities with a moderate capacity demand.
According to Lucintel’s report “Value Chain Analysis of Boeing 787: 2011-2016” in 2010, total market shipment valued at OEM level for Boeing 787 was US $1.11 billion and market at this level is expected to reach $26.68 billion by 2016 with a CAGR of 166%.
Boeing understood the competitive advantages of supply chain management that it is becoming the distinguishing competitive factor in manufacturing industries. Beside; superior performance depends on delivery momentum and reliability; as resources available to industry players are basically the same. At the heart of the supply chain transformation process was the initiative to outsource more than 70% of the787’s production.
The report extensively looks at recent industry trends, as well as future opportunities and Boeing supply chain management, value chain and cost analysis of B787 as well as represents an invaluable aid to sales and marketing professionals in, or interested in the industry. In addition, the report analyses market sizes and trends, market structures, key company shares.
This unique report from Lucintel is expected to provide you valuable information, insights and tools needed to identify new growth opportunities and operate your business successfully in this market. This report is estimated to save hundreds of hours of your own personal research time and is likely to significantly benefit you in expanding your business in this market. In today’s stringent economy, you need every advantage that you can find to keep you ahead in your business.
To make business, investment, or strategic decisions, you need timely and adequate information. This market report fulfills this core need and is an indispensable reference guide for multi-national material suppliers, product manufacturers, investors, executives, distributors and many more, who are dealing with this market.
Some of the features of “Value Chain Analysis of Boeing 787: 2011-2016”are:
• The Global aerospace industry
• Boeing Company overview, vision and segments
• Boeing supply chain management
• Value Chain and Cost Analysis of B787
• Market size ($) at Various Structural Levels (Tier II, Tier I, and OEM)
• Market forecast for 2011-2016
About Lucintel:
Lucintel provides world class business intelligence and cutting edge decision support services in the area of Aerospace and MRO Market. Our domain experts specialize in Value Chain Analysis, market entry strategies, strategic growth consulting, opportunity screening, competitive benchmarking, M & A, due diligence, market analysis and forecasting. Let Lucintel help you make better data driven strategic decisions. Lucintel has access to hundreds of market reports, which can be used to drive your business decisions.
According to Lucintel’s report “Value Chain Analysis of Boeing 787: 2011-2016” in 2010, total market shipment valued at OEM level for Boeing 787 was US $1.11 billion and market at this level is expected to reach $26.68 billion by 2016 with a CAGR of 166%.
Boeing understood the competitive advantages of supply chain management that it is becoming the distinguishing competitive factor in manufacturing industries. Beside; superior performance depends on delivery momentum and reliability; as resources available to industry players are basically the same. At the heart of the supply chain transformation process was the initiative to outsource more than 70% of the787’s production.
The report extensively looks at recent industry trends, as well as future opportunities and Boeing supply chain management, value chain and cost analysis of B787 as well as represents an invaluable aid to sales and marketing professionals in, or interested in the industry. In addition, the report analyses market sizes and trends, market structures, key company shares.
This unique report from Lucintel is expected to provide you valuable information, insights and tools needed to identify new growth opportunities and operate your business successfully in this market. This report is estimated to save hundreds of hours of your own personal research time and is likely to significantly benefit you in expanding your business in this market. In today’s stringent economy, you need every advantage that you can find to keep you ahead in your business.
To make business, investment, or strategic decisions, you need timely and adequate information. This market report fulfills this core need and is an indispensable reference guide for multi-national material suppliers, product manufacturers, investors, executives, distributors and many more, who are dealing with this market.
Some of the features of “Value Chain Analysis of Boeing 787: 2011-2016”are:
• The Global aerospace industry
• Boeing Company overview, vision and segments
• Boeing supply chain management
• Value Chain and Cost Analysis of B787
• Market size ($) at Various Structural Levels (Tier II, Tier I, and OEM)
• Market forecast for 2011-2016
About Lucintel:
Lucintel provides world class business intelligence and cutting edge decision support services in the area of Aerospace and MRO Market. Our domain experts specialize in Value Chain Analysis, market entry strategies, strategic growth consulting, opportunity screening, competitive benchmarking, M & A, due diligence, market analysis and forecasting. Let Lucintel help you make better data driven strategic decisions. Lucintel has access to hundreds of market reports, which can be used to drive your business decisions.
TI Automotive Expands Reach in India with Two New Facilities
TI Automotive, a leading global supplier of fluid storage, carrying and delivery technology, is expanding its reach into the India automotive market with two new facilities, in Bangalore and Chennai. Both locations will produce technology for the domestic Indian market.
The Bangalore facility was established to produce fluid-carrying lines for passenger cars, with full production beginning in December 2011. At full production, TI Automotive will employ 68 at the 12,500-square-foot facility.
The Chennai facility is the company's first fuel tank systems location within India and will produce low-emission plastic fuel tanks. Production will begin in April 2012. TI Automotive will employ 70 at the 73,000-square-foot facility.
"India is a key growth region that is essential to being a major global supplier," said Bill Kozyra, chairman and CEO of TI Automotive. "With these new facilities, we are firmly entrenched there, and continue to expand our global footprint to provide advanced technology that meets the needs of our customers everywhere in the world."
TI Automotive also has facilities in Manesar to produce powertrain systems, and in Baroda and Manesar for the production of fluid-carrying systems.
The Bangalore facility was established to produce fluid-carrying lines for passenger cars, with full production beginning in December 2011. At full production, TI Automotive will employ 68 at the 12,500-square-foot facility.
The Chennai facility is the company's first fuel tank systems location within India and will produce low-emission plastic fuel tanks. Production will begin in April 2012. TI Automotive will employ 70 at the 73,000-square-foot facility.
"India is a key growth region that is essential to being a major global supplier," said Bill Kozyra, chairman and CEO of TI Automotive. "With these new facilities, we are firmly entrenched there, and continue to expand our global footprint to provide advanced technology that meets the needs of our customers everywhere in the world."
TI Automotive also has facilities in Manesar to produce powertrain systems, and in Baroda and Manesar for the production of fluid-carrying systems.
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Lucintel Analyzes Emerging Carbon Fiber Applications, Expects Them to Drive Carbon Fiber Market during 2011–2016
The carbon fiber industry has proved itself through high performance, light weight, and excellent strength characteristics. In calendar year 2010, global carbon fiber shipments reached 81 million pounds with a value of US $1.3 billion. This market is expected to grow to $2.8 billion in 2016 with a 12.4% CAGR during 2011–2016. Carbon fiber products, such as wind turbine blades, aircraft components, and golf shafts had a 2010 market value estimated at $11 billion.
Demand for carbon fiber has grown steadily over its 40-year history. Although the composites marketplace has many facets, carbon fiber applications continue to accelerate as industries – from aerospace to renewable energy – adopt this versatile material.
Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, analyzed the emerging carbon fiber applications market and presents its findings in the report, “Emerging Carbon Fiber Applications: 2011–2016.”
Applications for carbon fiber continue to increase. Until 2000, aerospace, industrial, and sporting goods applications drove carbon fiber usage. Carbon fiber demand driven by new commercial aircraft such as the Boeing 787, Airbus A380, and A350; weight reductions in automobiles for greater performance and fuel efficiency; growing use of carbon fiber in wind energy, offshore oil and gas development, and emerging applications will power growth during the next five years and beyond.
To understand the critical factors driving carbon fiber demand in the emerging applications, this study has undertaken in-depth market research and analysis to identify and forecast the top emerging applications. Lucintel’s research indicates the industries that will see emerging applications with significant growth potential include:
1. Automotive
2. Wind energy
3. Commercial aerospace
4. Military and defense
5. Oil and gas
6. Compounding
Lucintel sees carbon fiber cost and availability as the two greatest industry challenges. The report provides trend scenarios and forecast statistics for 2011–2016; details industry drivers and challenges; and outlines emerging carbon fiber applications, including nuclear centrifuge rotor tubes, consumer electronics, offshore oil and gas applications, wind energy, automotive, high-pressure tanks, fuel cells, medical/biomedical, commercial aerospace, and more.
For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on this timely, insightful report, contact Lucintel at +1-972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk@lucintel.com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that help facilitate critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency. To find out more, please visit www.lucintel.com.
Demand for carbon fiber has grown steadily over its 40-year history. Although the composites marketplace has many facets, carbon fiber applications continue to accelerate as industries – from aerospace to renewable energy – adopt this versatile material.
Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, analyzed the emerging carbon fiber applications market and presents its findings in the report, “Emerging Carbon Fiber Applications: 2011–2016.”
Applications for carbon fiber continue to increase. Until 2000, aerospace, industrial, and sporting goods applications drove carbon fiber usage. Carbon fiber demand driven by new commercial aircraft such as the Boeing 787, Airbus A380, and A350; weight reductions in automobiles for greater performance and fuel efficiency; growing use of carbon fiber in wind energy, offshore oil and gas development, and emerging applications will power growth during the next five years and beyond.
To understand the critical factors driving carbon fiber demand in the emerging applications, this study has undertaken in-depth market research and analysis to identify and forecast the top emerging applications. Lucintel’s research indicates the industries that will see emerging applications with significant growth potential include:
1. Automotive
2. Wind energy
3. Commercial aerospace
4. Military and defense
5. Oil and gas
6. Compounding
Lucintel sees carbon fiber cost and availability as the two greatest industry challenges. The report provides trend scenarios and forecast statistics for 2011–2016; details industry drivers and challenges; and outlines emerging carbon fiber applications, including nuclear centrifuge rotor tubes, consumer electronics, offshore oil and gas applications, wind energy, automotive, high-pressure tanks, fuel cells, medical/biomedical, commercial aerospace, and more.
For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on this timely, insightful report, contact Lucintel at +1-972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk@lucintel.com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that help facilitate critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency. To find out more, please visit www.lucintel.com.
Bombardier's Queretaro Site to Build Aft Fuselage for Global 7000 and Global 8000 Aircraft
Bombardier Aerospace apprised that the aft fuselage of its new Global 7000 and Global 8000 business jets will be built at its site in Queretaro, Mexico.
"Our Queretaro site is already producing large components for several of our current production business aircraft, including the Global 5000 and Global 6000 jets," said Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. "Its participation in the Global 7000 and Global 8000 jet program will further contribute to this world-class facility's expertise and Bombardier's expansion of its leadership worldwide."
The Queretaro site currently produces the aft fuselage of the Global 5000 and Global 6000 jets, as well as the Learjet 85 aircraft's major composite structures, including fuselage lay-up and sub-system installation, wiring harness fabrication and installation, wing assembly, and horizontal and vertical stabilizer assemblies.
Final assembly of the Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets will take place at Bombardier's manufacturing site in Toronto, Ontario, while interior completion will take place at its Global Completion Centre in Dorval, Quebec.
"Our Queretaro site is already producing large components for several of our current production business aircraft, including the Global 5000 and Global 6000 jets," said Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. "Its participation in the Global 7000 and Global 8000 jet program will further contribute to this world-class facility's expertise and Bombardier's expansion of its leadership worldwide."
The Queretaro site currently produces the aft fuselage of the Global 5000 and Global 6000 jets, as well as the Learjet 85 aircraft's major composite structures, including fuselage lay-up and sub-system installation, wiring harness fabrication and installation, wing assembly, and horizontal and vertical stabilizer assemblies.
Final assembly of the Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets will take place at Bombardier's manufacturing site in Toronto, Ontario, while interior completion will take place at its Global Completion Centre in Dorval, Quebec.
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