Thermoplastic composite production for the aerospace industry

How IPCO’s solutions and services support the aerospace manufacturing industry

Streamlining the production of high-performance lightweight composite materials

From interiors to wings, engine blades and propellors, composites have become integral to making lightweight body parts in aerospace manufacturing. Their impressive weight to performance ratio enables aircraft to be lighter yet stronger and more sustainable. IPCO’s double band presses are widely used in the production of pre-pregs, made from fiberglass and carbon fiber composites as well as bio-based composites.

Incorporating multiple stages into a single process

The modular design of the ThermoPress range of double belt press machines means different process stages – pressure, heating and cooling – can be incorporated into in a single continuous process and machine, with accurate control at each stage. Further, ThermoPress’s reliability facilitates constant production.

Assisting manufacturers with design and testing

Aerospace component manufacturers can work closely with the material science specialists at our productivity centers to test new composites and sustainable materials including for additive manufacturing. You can also conduct performance comparison and optimize processes, before moving into production.

Delivering ongoing support worldwide

With service technicians and technical experts in 25 countries worldwide, IPCO clients benefit from support to improve productivity, preventative maintenance and checks, plus a rapid response to issues across their aerospace composite industrial machinery.