Supply of Large-Scale Composite Press for COMPASS Facility at University of Sheffield
Awarded 20 Oct 2023
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University Of Sheffield awarded a contract to Langzauner GmbH for the supply of a large-scale press for the COMPASS (Composites at Speed and Scale) Facility at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Castings Group in Catcliffe, South Yorkshire.
The press, measuring 10.5m in length, 3.5m in width, and 2.3m in daylight, is a key component of a fully automated layup and consolidation cell for manufacturing research into large polymer composite components.
It will support processes such as dry fibre pre-forming, Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM), Gap RTM/Infusion, and wet compression moulding.
The press features cold platens, automated tool clamping and location, a minimum stroke of 1500mm, and a moving lower platen that enters and exits along the long axis from one end.
The contract value is AUD 3,330,000.
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