Company Category: Manufacturing Process Development

Web Industries

Web Industries’ precision formatting, outsource manufacturing, quality assurance, and supply chain services minimize cost variability while maximizing material usability. Simplifying the economics of utilizing composites by reducing risks and improving outcomes, we help our customers reach their key competitiveness and environmental objectives while protecting their bottom line from development to delivery. Web Industries formats composites and other high-value materials to drive innovation through the lightweighting of aircraft and launch systems. Bringing together unmatched flight-proven scale, aerospace-grade quality systems, and a global footprint, we become a natural extension of our customers’ workflow that drives value, mitigates risk, and creates production efficiencies. We work with OEMs and tiered suppliers to evaluate composites and develop optimized, economically viable formatting processes at commercial-scale volumes. Having spent a half-century processing, manufacturing, and innovating with flexible materials, we have more experience formatting composites than anyone else. We practically defined specific aerospace standards that made the current generation of commercial aircraft possible, and we’re inventing the technologies of tomorrow that will reduce waste and improve the buy-to-fly ratio of aircraft currently being designed. The world’s top companies trust Web to bridge capability gaps and accelerate their go-to-market success. They appreciate how we collaboratively address product and process challenges. They value our ability to make them more productive and profitable. And with multiple facilities in both the U.S. and Europe, we’re where we need to be to support them every day. When you work with Web, you’re working with a partner, not a supplier.

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Virtek Vision

Virtek enables customers to accelerate labor-intensive production tasks, minimize human error and deliver quality products using Virtek’s 3D laser-based vision and Ai inspection systems. systems. Will showcase our latest advancements with our AI models for composite FOD inspection and new features to show off. Visit our booth #G52 | Manufacturer of laser projection and quality inspection systems. Virtek Vision provides laser templating solutions for steel assembly. Locate objects in 3D space and quickly lock onto CAD-specified assembly positions without the need for costly tooling or optical targets: – Eliminate Manual Measuring, Marking and Fitting – Reduce Templates & Storage – Reduce Human Error & Implement Rapid Design Changes Visit us to see how laser projection has increased efficiencies in the layout and assembly of steel products including handrails, trusses and stair stringers.

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University of Delaware Center for Composite Materials

The Center for Composite Materials (CCM) is an internationally recognized center of excellence for interdisciplinary research, education, and technology transfer in the field of composite materials. With over five decades of pioneering work, CCM excels in creating cutting-edge composite technologies and applications that address the demands of modern industry. Our center boasts a dedicated team of experts who drive innovation in composite materials, focusing on sustainability, high performance, and cost efficiency. We specialize in a wide range of applications, including aerospace, automotive, defense, renewable energy, and infrastructure. CCM supports small, medium, and large enterprises through tech transfer, ensuring your business can swiftly access our resources. Our expert team, world-class facility, and capabilities will ensure we meet your time and cost requirements through our three-step process: engage, discover, and transform. Some of our services include but are not limited to new product design and technology development, testing, process engineering, cost analysis, prototyping, and scale-up design. CCM is committed to advancing the field through interdisciplinary collaboration, engaging with industry partners, government agencies, and academic institutions to develop practical solutions for complex engineering challenges. Our robust research programs are supported by substantial funding from prestigious agencies such as the Department of Energy, NASA, Army Research Lab, Office of Naval Research, and the Department of Defense. At CCM, we also emphasize education and workforce development, training the next generation of engineers and scientists in the latest composite technologies. Our comprehensive approach ensures that our innovations not only meet current industry needs but also anticipate future advancements.

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Tri-Mack Plastics Manufacturing Corp

Collaborate with Tri-Mack to reduce weight and cost using high-temperature engineering thermoplastics and CFR thermoplastic composites. Tri-Mack manufactures precision components for critical aerospace-defense, electronics, medical and industrial applications. Production capabilities include design for manufacturing, automated tape layup, stamp forming, injection molding, tool making, precision multi-axis machining, NADCAP bonding. AS9100:D/ISO9001:2015.

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Thermwood Corporation

Thermwood Corporation, a pioneer in CNC technology and automation, is excited to return to AWFS 2025 in Las Vegas with advanced manufacturing solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s woodworkers. At this year’s show, we’re featuring two standout systems: The AI-Powered Cut Ready Cut Center – A revolutionary CNC solution that requires no programming. Designed for shops that want high-end capability without the complexity, the Cut Center uses built-in intelligence to guide users through cabinet, closet, and furniture production step-by-step. It makes professional results possible for anyone, regardless of CNC experience. With continuous updates and growing capabilities, it stays ahead of trends—so your shop always stays competitive. The CabinetShop 43 Work Cell – A high-throughput, production-ready CNC system built for speed, precision, and efficiency. Ideal for cabinet manufacturers looking to increase output, this work cell includes automatic part labeling, offloading, and seamless integration with popular cabinet design software. It’s a streamlined, scalable solution for demanding production environments. Thermwood combines deep industry experience with innovative thinking, offering affordable and powerful machines that are built in the USA and backed by world-class support. Whether you’re a small shop looking to expand or a high-volume manufacturer seeking greater automation, Thermwood has the tools to help you succeed. Visit us at Booth #2523 to see live demos, speak with our experts, and discover how Thermwood can elevate your shop’s productivity and performance. Also ask about our AWFS Show Specials! | Thermwood is a US based, multinational, diversified CNC machinery manufacturer that markets its products and services through offices in 11 countries. Thermwood is the oldest manufacturer of highly flexible,3 & 5 axis high-speed machining centers known as CNC routers. We primarily market to the woodworking, aerospace, plastics and composites industries but have found applications in almost every major industry from medical to entertainment. Thermwood has also become the technology leader in large scale additive manufacturing of thermoplastic composite molds, tooling, patterns and parts with its line of LSAM (Large Scale Additive Manufacturing) machines that both 3D print and trim on the same machine. These are some of the largest and most capable additive manufacturing systems ever produced and are marketed to major companies in the aerospace, marine, automotive and foundry industries as well as military, government and defense contractors. In each of our product lines, Thermwood is the clear technology leader. A strong ongoing research and development effort combined with core skills in diverse technical areas such as ultra-high performance control system design, real time software development, CAD/CAM software development, advanced machine structure design, machine motion dynamics, thermal design and polymer science. | Thermwood Corporation, located in Southern Indiana and established in 1969, offers a wide variety of high-performance three & five axis CNC machining centers ideally suited for the production, fabrication & trimming of wood, plastics, non-ferrous metals, composites and other advanced materials. Some of these applications consist of Nested-Based panel production, solid wood, Roller Hold-Down machines for upholstery frames as well as our award winning Cut Ready Cut Center which doesn’t require any programming. Thermwood also offers a Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) system for 3D printing reinforced thermoplastic composite materials for producing industrial tooling, molds, patterns, masters, plugs and fixtures for various industries. Thermwood is deeply involved in CNC technology and development, incorporating a high level of smart control technology in its products. We offer free consultation services to help improve your production process and we operate a well-equipped and staffed demonstration facility where we demonstrate the specific system we recommend to each customer, actually producing the customers’ parts while they watch. This increases confidence and eliminates technical risk. Thermwood is a US based company with dealers and distributors worldwide. In addition to machine manufacturing and software development, Thermwood has a technical service organization that provides support, machine installation, training, retrofits, custom programming and production assistance. Please visit www.thermwood.com, call 1-800-533-6901 or email info@thermwood.com for more information.

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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

The Fibers and Composites Manufacturing Facility (FCMF) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, focuses on comprehensive R&D to prototyping of advanced fiber reinforced plastics and composites. The core competency of the FCMF is in product and process development, characterization, modeling and simulation, non-destructive evaluation of advanced thermoset and thermoplastic composites.

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The Dunstone Company

Dunstone Company specializes in high-performance shrink tape and film-based solutions for composite manufacturing, enabling improved part quality, consolidation, and process consistency. Our materials are engineered for demanding applications including out-of-autoclave processing, high-temperature environments, and thermoplastic systems. We work closely with engineers and manufacturers to solve compaction, void reduction, and surface finish challenges across a wide range of composite processes. Dunstone’s products are used in aerospace, industrial, and advanced manufacturing applications where reliability and repeatability are critical. With a strong focus on manufacturing process development, we provide practical, scalable solutions that integrate seamlessly into existing tooling and production workflows. Whether optimizing new programs or improving legacy processes, Dunstone helps customers achieve better performance with greater efficiency.

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Structural Composites, Inc

Structural Composites, Inc. stands at the forefront of innovation in the composite materials industry. With a legacy spanning over three decades, our company has continuously pushed the boundaries of what is possible with composite materials, offering groundbreaking solutions across various sectors, including marine, defense, aerospace, transportation and infrastructure. Founded in 1987, Structural Composites has evolved from a modest startup into a leader in the composites industry. Our journey began with a focus on marine applications, where we quickly gained a reputation for developing high-performance, lightweight materials and designs that enhance the durability and efficiency of marine vessels. Over the years, we expanded our expertise to other sectors, leveraging our deep understanding of composite materials to solve complex engineering challenges. Structural Composites’ core competencies lie in research and development, advanced manufacturing processes, and application engineering. Our state-of-the-art facilities are equipped with cutting-edge technology that allows us to design, test, and produce composite solutions tailored to the specific needs of our clients. Our team of experts, comprising engineers, scientists, and technicians, work collaboratively to push the envelope of innovation, ensuring that we remain at the pinnacle of the industry. Structural Composites’ commitment to innovation is exemplified by our flagship products and technologies. One of our most notable innovations is Prisma Preforms, a revolutionary technology that simplifies the manufacturing process while enhancing the performance characteristics of composite structures. Prisma Preforms have found applications in various industries, from marine and aerospace to infrastructure and automotive. Additionally, our CoCure technology represents a significant advancement in the field of coatings and adhesives for composites. CoCure offers superior durability, flexibility, and environmental resistance, making it an ideal solution for demanding applications in harsh environments. Structural Composites is ISO 9001 certified for design, manufacture, and testing of composite products, and is one of only three DNV-approved manufacturers in the USA.

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