Watch the recorded Innovation Insights from September 18, featuring Materia, TPI Composites, and ACMA
Our monthly webinar series “Innovation Insights” continued Monday September 18, as IACMI EVP/CCO, Dale Brosius, moderated discussions on recent technology advancements that industry may not be fully aware of.
We heard from:
Jeffrey Valentage
Americas Automotive Market Development Manager
Materia Inc. – ExxonMobil Product Solutions Company, Specialty Products
Title: ProximaTM Next Generation Polyolefin Thermosets for Mobility Applications
Abstract:
MateriaTM, a subsidiary of ExxonMobil, has developed innovative polyolefin based thermoset solutions that can unlock significant value across a wide variety of processes, market segments and end use applications. ProximaTM offers super-low viscosity, low density, tunable cure, and improved performance versus traditional thermoset systems. Our Nobel prize winning proprietary technology overcomes traditional composite material tradeoffs and enables the development of next generation high-performance thermoset composite applications in mobility.
Todd Altman
Senior Director Automotive
TPI Composites
Title: TPI Composites – Navistar SuperTruck II: All Composite Cab, Trailer Box and Aero Package
Abstract:
With faster development times, lower investment costs, and reductions in mass when compared to traditional metallics, composites are becoming more prevalent structural solutions as the commercial truck market migrates to zero emission vehicles. The lightweight, aerodynamically designed all composite cab and trailer components manufactured by TPI contributed to the Navistar SuperTruck II achieving 16 mpg in real-world operation and a 170% improvement in freight efficiency over the 2009 International SuperTruck I.
Cindy L. Squires, Esq.
President & CEO
ACMA
Title: Why You Need to Attend CAMX 2023
Abstract:
Discover the opportunities for learning, networking, and career growth at CAMX 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia, the biggest gathering of the North American composites and advanced materials industry this year. 2023 is shaping up as the biggest CAMX ever, with over 500 exhibitors and over 7,000 industry experts, 100 conference sessions, and more. This event promises unparalleled opportunities for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and business growth. The rest of the industry will be there. Why won’t you?
