Save the Date: AZL Annual Partner Meeting 2025
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Save the Date: AZL Annual Partner Meeting 2025

We are pleased to invite all AZL Partner Companies to Aachen for the 12th edition of the AZL Annual Partner Meeting, taking place on May 27th & 28th, 2025. This cornerstone event of our partnership is dedicated to fostering collaboration, sharing insights, and driving innovation within the lightweight industry. Over two days, we will reflect…

Lightweight in Aachen
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Discover the Future of Lightweight Technology at AZL Open Day 2025

Mark your calendar for the AZL Open Day on 9th April 2025! We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming AZL Open Day at our partner institutes on the campus of RWTH Aachen University. This annual event provides an exclusive insight into the unique research ecosystem and offers an in-depth look at the latest…

29th National SAMPE Symposium @ RWTH Aachen Campus
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29th National SAMPE Symposium @ RWTH Aachen Campus

This year’s SAMPE Germany will be hosted by RWTH Aachen University, organized by AZL Partner Institute IKV (Institute for Plastic Processing in Industry and Craft).  On April 2nd and 3rd, 2025, composite experts from research and industry will meet to discuss on the key topic “Clean energy and mobility: Shaping a sustainable future with composite…

AZL Season 2025: Discover What’s Next
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AZL Season 2025: Discover What’s Next

AZL Season 2025: Key Dates for Networking and Knowledge Sharing As we step into 2025, AZL is excited to offer a range of events designed to foster networking, knowledge exchange, and insight into the latest developments in composite technology. These events will provide opportunities to connect with experts, discuss industry trends, and explore new research…

Truly Relevant Fire Resistance Testing for Battery Pack Protection: AZL Leads the Way in Next-Generation Battery Protection Solutions
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Truly Relevant Fire Resistance Testing for Battery Pack Protection: AZL Leads the Way in Next-Generation Battery Protection Solutions

Despite the predicted weight and cost advantages for various alternative multi-material concepts, today’s battery pack structures are predominantly made from aluminum and/or steel. As a first step OEMs are looking at replacing the less complex components, such as the lid and bottom protection plate, parts that don’t affect the battery pack internal design very much….

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….