Supply of RTM Tool for Aerospace Composite Manufacturing to University of Bristol
University of Bristol · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply of RTM Tool for Aerospace Composite Manufacturing to University of Bristol
Awarded 25 Jul 2023
Awarded25 Jul 2023
Value£1,498,100.00
SupplierDatum Tool Design Ltd
AgencyUniversity of Bristol
RegionSouth West
CategoryManufacturing & Industrial
Ended 1y 10mo ago1y 5mo term
Awarded 25 July 2023Expired 31 Dec 2024
About
The University of Bristol awarded a contract to Datum Tool Design Ltd for the design, manufacture, and supply of a Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM) tool for two complex thermoset composite aerospace components.
The first component measures approximately 6000mm x 750mm and up to 20mm thick, while the second is 1500mm x 650mm and up to 20mm thick.
The smaller component serves as a shorter version of the main component to develop and prove out the full-scale manufacturing process and tooling concept.
The contract value is £1,498,100.
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