Composite Braiding Limited

At the conclusion of this project we will be demonstrating the feasibility of replacing or reducing the use of steel and concrete in rail infrastructure applications through the use of certain other materials. This will not only lead to less steel and concrete being used, but we will also show how the alternative materials can reduce the carbon footprint ...

In the right applications, composites are perfect to address decarbonisation challenges, with low mass, excellent mechanical performance and especially for thermoplastic composites, low embedded carbon and ease of re-use, remanufacturing, and recycling. Lack of materials data, equipment, and methods are preventing the UK from benefiting from leading edge,...

The Chass-e-Cab project builds upon multiple previous R&D projects, applying novel multi-material body-in-white technologies to an innovative, lightweight commercial vehicle platform. This project will deliver a flexible, configurable, and scalable zero emission electric vehicle platform designed for commercial, last mile and specialist applications inclu...

This project will use existing technologies not previously combined to achieve components for public transport use that will: \*Incorporate proven anti-microbial materials that act as an effective barrier against bacteria and help reduce viral transmission (even eliminate them in some cases), helping both with public health and customer perception issues;...

The novel composite Ebike offers a sustainable and lightweight Ebike frame development using thermoplastic materials. Starling Cycles, a Bristol based bike manufacturer, Composite Braiding Limited, a Derby based braiding specialist and the National Composites Centre, a Bristol based High Value Manufacturing Catapult Centre specialising in composite materi...

High Volume Large Thermoplastic Composite Structural Tubes

"The EB-Auto consortium is evaluating the material combination of basalt fibre combined with thermoplastic resin when processed using high rate processes for manufacturing of composite intermediate materials. It will establish the value proposition for this technology and a new offer for high rate affordable composites for the automotive sector. It has th...

Driven by the rail industry's challenges to industry and academia known as the 4Cs - reduce Cost and Carbon emissions and improve Capacity and Customer satisfaction - project BRAINSTORM aims to develop and demonstrate the applicability of braided composite structures to a novel, lightweight, modular railcar solution. With extensive expertise and knowledge...

Loopwheels are wheels with integral suspension, which we manufacture in the UK and export to markets around the world for use on wheelchairs. The suspension is provided by carbon composite springs, which replace rigid spokes, providing an easier and more comfortable ride for the wheelchair-user. Working together with our expert partners Strategic Simulati...