Composite parts production line Fiberforge

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The Dieffenbacher Fiberforge is the fastest tape laying system in the world. It produces near-net-shape laminates from continuous fiber-reinforced tapes that can be used to manufacture structural composite components or to provide selective reinforcement. This provides components with excellent material properties in terms of their deflection behavior as well as their strength and impact resistance. The tapes consist of, for example, glass, carbon or natural fibers based on a thermoplastic matrix and are rolled up to four spools. This makes it possible to mix different materials in one tape layer and to lay tapes of different widths and thicknesses. A technology that makes the processing of thermoplastics faster and more efficient, even for large-scale production. 1. Unroll and lay tapes Tapes are unwound and laid according to a defined pattern from coils. The Fiberforge system can carry four of these coils. This makes it possible to mix different materials in one tape layup. Even the width and thickness of the tapes can be varied. 2. Cut straight or angled tape ends With the angle cutting system, the start and end of the tape can be cut either straight or at an angle of plus or minus 45 degrees. 3. Cut the tape layups to size Precise and near-net-shape tape laying reduces excess bleed cuttings. An optional automatic coil exchange system guarantees uninterrupted production. 4. Spot welding The layups are now welded together at specific points using ultrasound. Customer benefits Fiberforge Fully automatable, for near-net-shape component production with minimum waste Most cost-effective method to reinforce components in mass production.