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From the Field

04/22/2026

From the Field: When Off-the-Shelf Parts Can’t Compete with Custom Molding

When Off-the-Shelf Parts Can’t Compete with Custom Molding Standard components solve many problems. But in demanding environments, off-the-shelf parts do not always meet the…

Engineer's Edge

04/22/2026

Engineer’s Edge: The Fiber Volume Factor: Why It Quietly Determines Composite Performance

The Fiber Volume Factor: Why It Quietly Determines Composite Performance Composite materials are often defined by the fibers they contain. Carbon fiber, glass fiber,…

Ask Our Engineers

04/22/2026

Ask Our Engineers: How Do You Know When Composite Creep Becomes a Problem?

How Do You Know When Composite Creep Becomes a Problem? Creep is one of the more subtle challenges engineers encounter when designing composite components.…

From the Field

04/22/2026

From the Field: What High-Pressure Applications Teach You About Composite Design

What High-Pressure Applications Teach You About Composite Design High-pressure environments reveal weaknesses quickly. Components used in energy and industrial systems often experience extreme loads,…

Insights

04/22/2026

The Cost Drivers in Composite Manufacturing Most Teams Don’t See Coming

The Cost Drivers in Composite Manufacturing Most Teams Don’t See Coming When teams evaluate the cost of a composite component, the first focus is…

Insights

04/22/2026

The Geometry Decisions That Quietly Determine Composite Strength

The Geometry Decisions That Quietly Determine Composite Strength When engineers think about composite performance, the first focus is often the material itself—fiber type, resin…

From the Field

04/22/2026

Why Some Composite Components Wear Out Sooner Than Expected

Why Some Composite Components Wear Out Sooner Than Expected Composite components are often selected for their durability. But in real-world applications, some parts still…

Engineer's Edge

04/22/2026

Why Adding More Material Doesn’t Always Make a Composite Stronger

Why Adding More Material Doesn’t Always Make a Composite Stronger When a component needs to be stronger, the instinct is often simple: make it…

From the Field

04/22/2026

Why Abrasion Is One of the Toughest Challenges in Energy Applications

Why Abrasion Is One of the Toughest Challenges in Energy Applications In energy environments, abrasion quietly destroys components. Sand, debris, drilling fluids, and high-velocity…