Fidamc, an R&D and training centre for composite materials, and the Harbin Manufacturing Center (HMC) of Airbus, a leading aerospace manufacturing centre specialising in advanced composite structures, have signed a collaboration agreement to establish a partnership in which Fidamc will support HMC in manufacturing engineering and act as an industrial partner for selected work packages.

The collaboration will focus on the following key areas:

  • Manufacturing Engineering Support: Fidamc will provide expertise in composite manufacturing processes, tooling development, process optimization, and automation to enhance HMC’s capabilities in the production of aerospace composite structures.
  • Industrial Partnership: Fidamc will act as an industrial partner for selected work packages, contributing to the production, testing, and qualification of aerospace components.
  • Technology Development: Both parties will explore joint technology development opportunities to advance state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques, including digitalization and sustainability-focused initiatives.
  • Knowledge Transfer & Training: Fidamc will support HMC in upskilling its workforce by providing training programs and workshops on cutting-edge composite manufacturing technologies.
  • Sustainability & Efficiency Initiatives: Joint efforts will be made to improve sustainability in manufacturing processes by reducing material waste, increasing energy efficiency, and developing eco-friendly composite solutions.

In short, this is a strategic partnership between HMC and Fidamc, with the aim of fostering innovation, improving manufacturing efficiency and strengthening industrial capabilities in aerospace composites manufacturing. By combining expertise and resources, both organisations are committed to advancing the future of composites manufacturing.

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