Dieffenbacher plans to showcase a range of its composite machine technology at the K Show, taking place in Dusseldorf, Germany, from 16-23 October.
This includes its Fiberpress series which can be used to make sheet molding compound (SMC) Class A exterior components and semi-structural components made from long-fiber-reinforced thermoplastic (LFT).
Thermoplastic continuous-fiber-reinforced parts can be produced with company’s Tailored Blank Line which incorporates Fiberforge and Fibercon technology, Dieffenbacher says. For example, backrests can be produced with a press and an injection unit, while for structural applications such as roof components or B-pillars and roof braces, wet molding and metal-hybrid processes are also available.
Dieffenbacher says that it will also present recycling solutions at the K show for the first time, including shredding, cleaning and production of new end products made from recycled materials.
This story uses material from Dieffenbacher, with editorial changes made by Materials Today. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent those of Elsevier.
