CompositesWorld
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SEPTEMBER 2017 56 CompositesWorld SHOW PREVIEW Laser-based ply placement system Virtek Vision International Inc. (Waterloo, ON, Canada) is introducing to North America its Iris 3D laser templating and spatial positioning system, with the company's newest Vision Positioning System (VPS) technology, which features an integrated laser with stereo cameras. Designed for projection onto a tool for hand layup applications, VPS introduces a new feature called FlashAlign, which eliminates manual target alignment. With the new VPS series, users are said to be able to set up the system in as little as 1/20 th of the time previ- ously required. Virtek says the robustness and intelligence of the technology enables more efficient assembly, significantly improves workflows and leads to increased productivity. Booth L51. www.virtek.ca Personal protection stretch fabrics VitaFlex (Burlington, NC, US) is exhibiting its line of Soft-stretch Hoods for use when laying up glass fiber materials and when performing sprayup. The hoods are made with PPE that is said to provide effective barrier protection against micron-sized particles, glass fibers and paint or coating overspray. Made of latex-free elastic nonwovens, the Soft-stretch Hood securely covers the entire head, face and neck for a comfortable form-fit. VitaFlex notes that most protective clothing is made with a nonwoven polypropylene (PP), which tends to be stiff. VitaFlex applies a nonwoven "elastication" technology to create elastic fabrics from regular rigid nonwovens without adding latex or other elastomers. The result is a latex-free, elastic nonwoven fabric that offers a soft, stretchy structure while maintaining the breathability and barrier functionality of nonwovens. A limited number of free samples of Soft-stretch Hoods will be available to VitaFlex visitors at CAMX Booth T74. www.vitaflexusastore.com Industrial ventilation systems Ventilation Solutions (Oak Ridge, TN, US) is emphasizing its custom industrial ventilation systems for composite fabrication facilities as well as for the industrial manufacturing and warehouse industries. Applications include industrial air-moving, emission control, dust control, air handling and HVAC systems. Processes and materials specific to composites include glass fiber, gel coats, lamination, closed molding, grinding, sanding, dust collection and more. In addition, Ventilation Solutions offers consulting services that ensure that manufacturing facilities are code-compliant, safe and contaminant-free. Booth U50. www.ventilationsolutions.com MULTIPLE BENEFITS FROM USING A SINGLE MATERIAL! INQUIRIES@TFPGLOBAL.COM • 1 518 280 8500 WWW.TFPGLOBAL.COM ADVANCED NONWOVENS FOR COMPOSITES FROM TECHNICAL FIBRE PRODUCTS INC. High Quality Surface Finish • EMI Shielding • Adhesive Carrier Resin Flow Media • Electrical Conductivity • Fire Protection Corrosion Resistance • Fracture Toughness Improvement Abrasion Resistance • Galvanic Corrosion Prevention TECHNICAL FIBRE PRODUCTS IS PART OF JAMES CROPPER PLC NEW! NANO- COATING CAPABILITY 12-14 SEPT 2017 BOOTH L79