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Q&A: Why the Green Movement Is Here to Stay
BYK makes additives for composite applications in the construction, transportation, automotive, recreation, and wind energy markets. Applications include wind blades, fiberglass tubs, boat hulls, automotive body panels, and duroskins for fiberglass doors. The additives are designed to improve the processing or air release in spray-up and lay-up manufacturing as well as the casting process... »
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Did you happen to have a busy month in July? If so, that doesn't mean you have to miss what everyone else in the industry is talking about, or reading. »
Casting a Presence on the Hill
Last April, the American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA) organized a Lobby Day and Composites Caucus events in Washington D.C. Industry members from all around the country met with and educated Senators and Representatives on issues important to them. One of those companies, and the only representative for the cultured marble industry, was manufacturer Quality... »
Percentages Can Be Misleading
Nationwide housing starts rose for a third consecutive month in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 626,000 units, according to a report from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) that relies on U.S. Commerce Department data. The report also indicates that the rate of permit issuance for new housing construction rose... »
The Emotional Side of Composite Consumerism
Composites have a unique ability to customize content to meet varying needs said Bonnie Webster, vice president of Monroe Industries. Her company makes and sells custom showers, counter tops and other products for consumer use. She said the mistake most manufacturers and distributors make is not advertising the green components of their... »
Cultured Marble’s Eco Trend
Monroe Industries thinks it’s time for the cultured marble industry to embrace the green trend. To spearhead this journey, they developed Robal Glass, an environmentally-friendlier solution for such applications as vanity tops, shower bases, and wall surfaces. »
Composites Mysteries Unveiled
In an earlier blog entry and in the Postcure Chatter section of our winter issue, CM magazine posted a brain teaser. Considering the buzz around fantasy football, the hype of the Super Bowl or just a clean PGA Tour, we decided to infuse to game with a bit of healthy competition. »
Details, Details
Below are 10 close-up photos of objects made of composites in the auto, sports and recreation, construction, renewable energy and other market segments. Everyone who posts the correct answers by Dec 15 will be entered in a drawing to win a free registration to COMPOSITES 2010 in Las Vegas, Feb. 9-11. »
Cast Polymer Grabs Opportunity in Niche Market
A new bowl by Gruber and Marbleon, in collaboration with architect firm Reese, Lower, Patrick and Scott (RLPS), is designed for the niche market of ADA accessibility. The MasterCast ADA Bowl is the first item branded with the marketing group’s MasterCast name. »
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