- A new resin facility and upgraded site in Östringen will be operational in Q2 2017.
- The site will produce materials for LEAP engines by CFM International, Airbus, and Boeing.
- Solvay will produce unique infusion resins and resins for reinforced composite materials.
- Resin infusion processing technologies are crucial for faster, higher volume composite part manufacturing.
Facility Expansion
Solvay is expanding its composite materials capacities with a new resin facility and an upgraded site in Östringen, Germany. This expansion aims to meet the growing demand from aircraft customers for lightweight materials.
Production Capabilities
The Östringen site will produce and supply materials for the LEAP engine, produced by CFM International, a joint venture between GE and Safran Aircraft Engines. The site will also cater to Airbus and Boeing programs.
Operational Timeline
The new facility is expected to be operational in the second quarter of 2017, following customer qualifications. This timeline is crucial to meet the increasing demands of the aerospace industry.
Technological Advancements
Solvay will produce unique infusion resins and resins for reinforced composite materials at this facility. Resin infusion processing technologies are becoming increasingly important for the manufacturing of composite parts, as they allow for faster and higher volume processing, meeting the aerospace industry's stringent requirements.
