AZL Season 2024
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AZL Season 2024

The AZL workgroups are an important and integral part of the AZL Partnership. Since 10 years now workgroups covering various different topics and technologies were established and met twice a year. We are pleased to have hosted experts and business insiders at 102 meetings. The mission of the workgroups is to deliver comprehensive, relevant, and…

AZL Webinar: What does the new EU ELV proposal mean for composites?

AZL Webinar: What does the new EU ELV proposal mean for composites?

In July this year, the EU released the proposal for a new End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) regulation that defines not only what has to be done at the end-of-life of cars, but also what measures need to be taken for new vehicles brought on the market. It contains specific measures for plastic materials, which include also…

Vibration-assisted continuous production of composite sheets on double belt presses

Vibration-assisted continuous production of composite sheets on double belt presses

Natural fibre reinforced plastics (NFRP) combine a promising potential for lightweight applications with a significant carbon footprint reduction, compared to conventional fibre reinforced plastics (FRP). Additionally, the specific material properties of natural fibres can enable further advancements, regarding e.g. low density, low material costs and high damping properties. Especially for applications in mobility, these properties…

Interview | Get to know A+ Composites

Interview | Get to know A+ Composites

A+ Composites GmbH recently joined the AZL network. Their main offering consists of a diverse range of over 200 variations of thermoplastic UD tapes that include various dimensions, fiber volumes and blends of multiple fibers and plastics. Some of you may already had the pleasure of meeting Jakob Goerzen at one of our events or…

HTC Workgroup Meeting @MPG’s Facilities in Luxembourg
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HTC Workgroup Meeting @MPG’s Facilities in Luxembourg

The last „Hybrid Thermoplastic Composites“ workgroup, which took place in the beginning of June, visited the Molecular Plasma Group in Luxembourg. It was the first AZL Workgroup Meeting outside of the typical AZL Office Hub which gave the participants a chance to visit the facilities of another AZL partner and get insights in their technology….

Record-breaking numbers: ‚AZL Open Day 2023‘ draws 130 participants!

Record-breaking numbers: ‚AZL Open Day 2023‘ draws 130 participants!

On March 8th, 2023, a surprising snowy day in Aachen, the 130 participants of this year’s AZL Open Day had the opportunity to experience one of the largest research landscapes in Europe up close. Once again the Open Day was filled with lots of networking opportunities, guided tours through the partner Institutes of the RWTH…

Tape Technologie Transfer Hub – Think INSIDE the box…
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Tape Technologie Transfer Hub – Think INSIDE the box…

…this well-worn phrase actually works slightly different. But improving existing parts and technologies is often the best way to get the most out of a minimal investment. In this context, the question arises: can components that are currently produced in high volumes in the injection moulding process be optimised in terms of their carbon footprint…

Celebrating AZL’s 10th Anniversary @ the Annual Partner Meeting 2023
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Celebrating AZL’s 10th Anniversary @ the Annual Partner Meeting 2023

We are looking back on our 10 th anniversary at the AZL Annual Partner Meeting at the Aachen Football Stadium „Tivoli“ from May 10th to 11 th. The event was filled with knowledge, exchange and networking opportunities. At the speed dating sessions the partner companies had the chance to share their news, projects and collaboration ideas…