February 2006 Articles

 

Features:

Whoosh! Composites Technology and the Winter Olympics The Winter Games, the 2006 version of which will take place in Torino, Italy, this month, has felt the impact of composites technology perhaps even more so than the Summer Games. By Hank Yeagley

Optimizing Composites Design
Manufacturers continue to search for materials and products that will help them compete and win against global low-cost sourcing. The National Composite Center has integrated software that just may give the edge to any entrepreneur who employs it.
By Lou Luedtke

When Composite Designs Fail
Parameters and two case studies to help prevent costly upfront mistakes.
By Russ Fisher

Tax Traps: Self Rental vs. Sale-Leasebacks
The oft neglected and misunderstood sale-leaseback option could free up much needed capital for re-investment.
By Mark E. Battersby

Columns:

ACMA UpFront - ACMA Executive Director Missy Henriksen explains the Association’s commitment to the United Emissions Factors.

President’s Message - ACMA President Bill Kreylser doesn’t want engineers unfamiliar with the advantages of composites to get in the way of impressing end users.

Technically Speaking - ACMA Technical Director Bob Lacovara warns, “If you make a product that no one needs, it better be one that everyone wants.” Don’t fall into the bean counter syndrome.

Closed Molding Forum - Contributing Editor Hank Yeagley asks “Where to put the port?” in your closed mold operation.

Pulling Strings - CM’s Rebecca D’Amico interviews Nantong Beautiful & Strong Composite Material Company's Marketing & Sales Manager Cindy Xu.