US composites industry expands despite economy

2002; Elsevier BV; Volume: 46; Issue: 11 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1016/s0034-3617(02)80211-9

ISSN

1873-1694

Tópico(s)

Quality and Management Systems

Resumo

The US composites industry is healthy and growing despite a setback caused by the faltering US economy. The low weight, high strength and durability of reinforced plastics have led to their overall acceptance in the market as US manufacturers continue to develop new ways to replace traditional materials with composites. While some market segments are down, others are expanding. Richard Stewart reports.

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