FACC AG was presented as one of the top three finalists of the prestigious JEC Composites Innovation Awards on March 4, 2025 at the JEC World in Paris. The award recognizes outstanding technological innovations in the field of composite materials, and FACC impressed with an innovative wing profile for aircraft turbines made from thermoplastic composites. This new material promises a significant weight reduction while maintaining the same rigidity and offers great potential for the next generation of aircraft.
The development of the wing profile is the result of several years of research work in which FACC AG, in collaboration with the Competence Center CHASE GmbH and other partners, used new manufacturing technologies such as thermoplastic injection molding and forming techniques. The components produced in this way are characterized by high efficiency and a fast production rate, making them ideal for use in aircraft engines. The project is a further step in the further development of lightweight materials for aviation, which can not only increase efficiency but also help reduce operating costs.
The use of thermoplastic composites in the aviation industry has the potential to significantly improve the efficiency and weight of aircraft. As part of its ongoing research in this field, FACC has also participated in international projects. These include the COMPASS project, which is researching the recycling of thermoplastic materials into high-quality second-life components. These developments contribute to achieving efficiency and production targets and enable the aviation industry to remain innovative and competitive.
The nomination for the JEC Composites Innovation Award once again demonstrates the advanced research and development at FACC AG. The company relies on close cooperation with research institutions and partners from industry to help shape the future of aviation with modern, high-performance composite materials.
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