Composite Processing

The Centre for Polymers and Composites (CPC) at Warwick Manufacturing Group provides expertise and equipment for both thermoset and thermoplastic composite manufacturing, including compression moulding, resin transfer moulding, and tape laying, supporting the design and scale-up of lightweight structural components.

Compression Moulding

Compression moulding is a manufacturing process where material is placed into a heated mould and pressed into shape under high pressure. It is used to form strong, often lightweight, durable components such as automotive or electronics casings.

CPC capabilities include:

Engel v-Duo 1700t multifunctional press
Large-scale 150t press with grippers & heating
Laboratory presses 150t, 20t & 16t
Zund CNC cutting table
Vacuum forming

Composite Processing

Composite processing uses advanced moulding and surface treatment technologies to develop and produce fibre-reinforced (composite) materials.

CPC capabilities include:

Schmidt & Heinzmann SMC compounding line
Composites Integration RTM unit
Vacuum infusion & fabric permeability tester
X-winder tabletop filament winder
Plasma & corona surface treater

Contact:

Claire Gerard:c.gerard@warwick.ac.uk/ 07385 145064