Monthly Archives: August 2007

PLASTIC-LINED COMPOSITE CYLINDERS APPROVED BY US DOT

Posted on August 17, 2007 by Shaun the Mountain Ronin 山浪人

The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has finally approved plastic-lined, full composite high pressure gas cylinders for use in SCBA’s (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) and SCUBA sets.  This marks a big step forward in DOT’s traditionally cautious approach toward … Continue reading →

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Mitsubishi Rayon to increase carbon fiber production

Posted on August 10, 2007 by Shaun the Mountain Ronin 山浪人

GREAT NEWS FOR COMPOSITES FABRICATORSThe Carbon fiber shortage is starting to ease.  Mitsubishi Rayon to increase carbon fiber production capacity August 7, 2007: Mitsubishi Rayon Co., Ltd. (MRC) announced that they are preparing to meet the large increase in demand for … Continue reading →

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Alternative Energy and Transportation Expo, cars of the future

Posted on August 3, 2007 by Shaun the Mountain Ronin 山浪人

World’s Largest Alternative Car Show–Now in Its Second Year–to Feature Energy and Transportation Options Hydrogen fuel cell cars, high pressure hydrogen storage infrastructure, and other clean fuel technologies will be shown in Santa Monica, California on October 19 & 20th, … Continue reading →

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CNG Cylinder Market is Growing Rapidly

Posted on August 1, 2007 by Shaun the Mountain Ronin 山浪人

  The demand for clean-burning Natural Gas Vehicles (NGV’s) buses, taxis, and cars is growing rapidly around the world.  This results in an increasing demand for the high pressure compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel tanks to operate the vehicles.  The … Continue reading →

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