Teijin Carbon America, Inc.

Performance meets reliability: carbon fiber for industry  In industry, performance and reliability are critical. Carbon fiber is setting new standards, especially in carbon rollers and timing belts, which significantly increase efficiency in numerous applications.    Carbon fiber drive shafts and industrial rolls are used in the paper and film industries. The high stiffness and natural damping properties result in smoother running with less vibration. Carbon fiber-reinforced timing belts offer high wear resistance and strength. They are ideal for industrial machinery, motorcycles and bicycles, as their light weight results in more efficient operation and less maintenance.    Together with our customers, we are working to integrate strength and efficiency into industrial applications to reduce the environmental footprint. A good example of this is our collaboration with INOMETA, a technology leader in innovative lightweight solutions, functional surfaces, and battery and fuel cell production. Inometa develops, manufactures and finishes rotating elements for the film, paper, printing and packaging industries - including our high-performance CFRP carrier rods, which are used in flexographic and digital printing.        Leistung trifft Zuverlässigkeit: Carbonfaser für die Industrie.  In der Industrie sind Leistung und Zuverlässigkeit entscheidend. Carbonfasern setzen neue Maßstäbe, insbesondere in Carbonwalzen und Antriebs-/Zahnriemen, die die Effizienz in zahlreichen Anwendungen erheblich steigern.    Antriebswellen und Industriewalzen aus Carbonfasern werden in der Papier- und Folienindustrie eingesetzt. Durch die hohe Steifigkeit und die natürlichen Dämpfungseigenschaften wird ein ruhigerer Lauf mit weniger Vibrationen erreicht. Antriebs- und Zahnriemen, verstärkt mit Carbonfasern, zeichnen sich durch ihre hohe Verschleißfestigkeit und Stabilität aus. Sie sind ideal für Industriemaschinen, Motorräder und Fahrräder geeignet, da ihr geringes Gewicht zu effizienterem Betrieb und geringerer Wartung führt.  Gemeinsam mit unseren Kunden arbeiten wir daran, Stärke und Effizienz in industrielle Anwendungen zu integrieren und so den ökologischen Fußabdruck zu reduzieren. Ein starkes Beispiel dafür ist unsere Zusammenarbeit mit INOMETA, einem Technologieführer für innovative Leichtbaulösungen, Funktionsoberflächen sowie Batterie- und Brennstoffzellenherstellung. Inometa entwickelt, fertigt und veredelt rotierende Elemente für die Folien-, Papier-, Druck- und Verpackungsindustrie – darunter auch unsere High-Performance CFK-Trägerstangen, die im Flexo- und Digitaldruck zum Einsatz kommen.   #carbonrollers #timingbelt #beltdrive #carbonfiber #bettertogether   

Happy Thanksgiving 🍂🍁 Today we take a moment to reflect on all that we're thankful for - and at the top of our list is our incredible team, valued partners, and loyal customers. Your dedication, hard work, and innovative spirit is what drives us forward every day. Together, we're building a brighter, more sustainable future, and we couldn't be more grateful. As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we're reminded that it's our collective efforts that make the difference - in the industry and beyond. We hope you all have a warm and joyous Thanksgiving filled with family, friends and, of course, great food! #HappyThanksgiving #Thankful #Thanksgiving2024

CBECiMat 2024: A New Perspective for the World of Materials Yesterday, our expert Carlos Leão Leutewiler gave an exciting presentation at the prestigious Brazilian Congress of Materials Science and Engineering (CBECiMat) in Fortaleza. The focus? Carbon fiber composites in structural applications as an alternative for metals. With impressive data and innovative approaches, Carlos showed how carbon composites are transforming industry - especially aerospace: ✔️ Lighter than steel - ¼ the density with superior strength. ✔️ Flexibility through anisotropy - tailored properties for each application. ✔️ Better environmental performance - less weight means less resource consumption and lower emissions. His presentation highlighted how a shift in thinking to carbon fiber composites not only improves performance, but also contributes to a healthier planet. #healthplanet #CarbonFiberComposites #CBECiMat2024 #Fortaleza

Tenax™ carbon fibers for safe and efficient pressure vessels Our Tenax™ carbon fibers offer the perfect solution to produce safe, durable, and efficient pressure vessels used in various vehicles and applications. Whether in commercial and passenger vehicles, hydrogen-powered trains, and boats, or for the storage and transportation of bulk materials, Tenax™ ensures reliable performance. In hydrogen and CNG (compressed natural gas) tanks, our carbon fibers enable the safe storage of gases at high pressures. Several products from our portfolio are used, including Tenax™ filament yarn, Tenax™ thermoplastics and Tenax™ thermosets. These materials contribute to the robust yet lightweight construction of the tanks, enabling the safe transport of gases in the automotive, marine and rail industries.   #tenax #carbonfiber #pressurevessels

🌍 World Children's Day - The future is in their hands!     Today we celebrate Universal Children's Day and take this opportunity to remind everyone of the importance of education, equality and sustainability for the next generation.    Children are our future - and it is our duty to leave them a world worth living in. By giving them the opportunity to be curious, to learn and to take responsibility, we are laying the foundation for a better future.    Let's work today - and every day - to create a world where all children can grow up safe, happy and full of hope. 🌱💙    #WorldChildrensDay #Future #Children

Come to see us at METSTRADE 2024 in Amsterdam! 📅 November 19-21, 2024 📍 RAI Amsterdam Convention Center - Booth 12.705 #carbonfiber #Metstarde2024 #BoatHulls

Insights into carbon fiber production (Part 3/5) Optimizing down to the last detail: surface treatment and sizing   After our carbon fibers have gone through the carbonization process, a crucial step begins: surface treatment. This phase is essential to optimize the fibers for further processing into composite materials. The fibers are loosened and washed by special rollers, then dried and subjected to a thorough surface treatment. This treatment not only improves the handling of the fibers, but also their adhesion and compatibility with various resin systems. At Greenwood, we have two state-of-the-art sizing stations that allow us to quickly change sizing without interrupting production. This gives us the flexibility to respond to specific customer requirements, such as pressure vessel applications that require additional thermal treatment.   #carbonfiber #carbonfiberproduction #surfacetreatment

Visit us at the Space Tech Expo Europe in Bremen, Germany, to learn more about our space solutions! 📅 November 19-21, 2024 📍 Bremen Congress Center - Hall 7, Booth P37 #carbonfiber #SpaceTechExpoEurope #Satellite

We've annouced the results of FY2024 2Q and outlook for FY2024 on November 7, 2024. For more details and presentation video, visit our website :https://lnkd.in/fyCrasy #teijin

Insights into carbon fiber production (Part 2/5) Carbonization - a model of efficiency and precision After the oxidation stage, the fibers enter the carbonization stage, where they are processed in special high-temperature furnaces at over 1500°C. The oxidized fibers are refined in a controlled, inert atmosphere - usually nitrogen or argon. These conditions are critical to avoid combustion and prevent unwanted chemical bonding with external elements. During this phase, the fibers undergo crucial chemical transformations that adapt their microstructure and optimize them for demanding mechanical applications. The yarns are also fed through the furnace in a dense configuration, which not only reduces the footprint but also enables significant energy savings. Carbonization is thus a prime example of the efficiency and precision with which Teijin refines its products to deliver industry-leading carbon fibers used in aerospace, automotive and many other sectors. #carbonization #carbonfiber #carbonfiberproduction