#Composites

2017-10-18

Kordsa at Turk Kompozit 2017

Kordsa, a global player in the reinforcement technologies which has recently transferred its 44-year tire reinforcement experience into construction reinforcement and composite technologies, participated in Turk Kompozit 2017, organized by the Turkish Composite Manufacturers Association between 5-7 October in İstanbul.

Sabancı Holding affiliate Kordsa participated in Turk Kompozit 2017 with a booth and two presentations made within the scope of the event, and shared with the participants its latest innovations and solutions in composites technologies.

Organized by the Turkish Composites Manufacturers Association for the 3rd time this year, Turk Kompozit 2017 focused on production, processing and application methods in composite industry. Almost 200 brands had the chance to share with participants their technological developments as well as their products, solutions and applications during the 3-day event at Istanbul Lütfi Kırdar International Congress and Exhibition Center, İstanbul.

Kordsa’s latest innovations and solutions attracted great interest of the attendees. The Reinforcement giant, exhibited at its booth the visual and structural composite parts produced for various sectors together with the the bicycle manufactured using Kordsa’s composite technology. Two of the many technical and commercial presentations at the event was made by Kordsa, titled "Life Protection Products" and "Quick Cure Compression Moldable Prepreg for the Production of Visually Appealing Automotive Parts".

Kordsa showcases sustainability and innovation-driven solutions at Tire Technology Expo 2025

Kordsa, a global player in advanced material technologies, participated in Tire Technology Expo 2025, one of the leading trade fairs for the tire industry, held in Hannover, Germany. At the event, Kordsa highlighted its advancements in tire reinforcement technologies while sharing its vision of providing solutions to the global tire industry with the advantage of local production.

Kordsa recognized on CDP 2024 ‘Global A List’ for climate change and water

Kordsa, a subsidiary of Sabanc? Holding, has been recognized on the 2024 Global A List of the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), one of the world’s most prestigious environmental reporting platforms, for both Climate Change and Water themes. This marks the first time Kordsa has achieved an A rating in both categories.

Engineering depth and diversity for composites

Airbond is the latest member of the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) to receive recognition for contributions to the composites industry. The engineering firm based in Pontypool, South Wales, has just received the Make UK Energy and Sustainability Award for its Lattice 3D Printing project.

Sustainable, lightweight, and sound absorbing: Polyester-based front trunk solution for BEVs

As car manufacturers look to further reduce their carbon footprint, Autoneum has developed an innovative front trunk solution for battery electric vehicles (BEVs), made entirely from polyester-based textile. The Ultra-Silent Frunk offers significant weight reduction, improved acoustic and thermal insulation, and uses up to 70 percent recycled material, supporting sustainable and efficient vehicle design. Autoneum, global technology leader in acoustic and thermal management for vehicles, has already received orders for the new frunk from three major OEMs in Asia and Europe to be built in three BEV models. Series production for two BEVs has been underway in China and Germany since last year.

Modern testing methods for raw cotton

The 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen will take place from 25 to 27 March 2026 at the Bremen Parliament. This conference has traditionally stood for in-depth expertise and international exchange. The program will focus on technical innovations, market trends, and regulatory frameworks across the entire value chain – from agriculture to the circular economy. With high-profile speakers, the conference is regarded as the key meeting point for the global cotton industry. Today’s focus: Cotton quality and testing methods.

Rieter responds to higher raw material prices

Global political and economic developments have been leading to rising raw material and energy costs for some time. The textile machinery industry is also affected by this trend. Rieter machines and components consist to a large extent of steel, copper, aluminum and electronics. These materials in particular have seen higher demand and higher prices in recent months.