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Adaptive Molding: An Economic Revolution for Manufacturing Complex Composite Shapes

Composites innovation, manufaturer, Process innovation / By APQ

Composite materials are increasingly used in the naval, aerospace, automotive, and construction sectors. The manufactured parts stand out due to their mechanical properties—particularly their strength, flexibility, and durability. Now imagine a technology capable of producing curved composite panels. This is made possible through Adaptative Molding. They offer numerous advantages over traditional molds, especially in terms […]

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Natural Fibers: The Material of the Future for Sustainable Composites

composites, Composites innovation, Ecology & Environment, Sustainable development / By APQ

Composed of two materials with complementary mechanical properties, a matrix and a reinforcement, composites are highly sought after in sectors such as construction, energy, transportation, and telecommunications. These materials stand out for their performance, particularly in terms of high strength and light weight. However, while common practice relies on synthetic fibers such as glass or

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Recycling Composites: A Viable Solution and a Revenue Opportunity for Businesses

Ecology & Environment, Business opportunities, Composites innovation, Sustainable development / By APQ

Composed of a matrix—generally organic (polyester resins, phenolic resins, polyamides, etc.)—and a reinforcement (glass fibers, carbon fibers, natural fibers, etc.), composite materials are increasingly used across many industries, including automotive, aerospace, construction, and energy. They provide components with strength, durability, and lightweight properties. Across all material types, global composite production reached 17.7 megatonnes in 2019(1).

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Hydrogen: A Growth Opportunity for Composite Manufacturers in the Development of High-Pressure Tanks

Composites innovation, composites, Ecology & Environment, Innovation / By APQ

With its Plan for a Green Economy, the Government of Québec has set a target to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 37.5% by 2030 compared with 1990 levels (1). Achieving this objective will require significant efforts, particularly in the transportation sector, which accounts for 44% of total emissions. In this context, green hydrogen—producing neither

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Québec’s Plastics and Composites Industry: Advanced Technological Solutions for Shipbuilding

Composites innovation, Collaboration, Plastic innovation / By APQ

The shipbuilding sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by growing demand for innovative and sustainable technologies capable of addressing modern challenges related to energy efficiency, material performance, and environmental impact reduction. In response to these evolving requirements, Québec’s plastics and composites industry has positioned itself as a key player in shipbuilding, leveraging technological advances

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