Fibre composite solutions for industry

Lighter, more powerful and more dynamic - reliable in series production.
With Tailored fibre placement (TFP), Binding, Precise cutting and automatic high-volume preforming we deliver Semi-finished textile products and preforms for industrial applications: robot-compatible handling, predictable cycles, robust quality - from individual items to large series.

Why composites in the industry?

In mechanical and plant engineering, robotics and automation - there are numerous components and applications in which fibre composites offer advantages in production and operation. The skilful use of composites can often achieve a significant reduction in mass through lower density and optimum material utilisation, as well as improved positioning precision through greater rigidity and better damping behaviour.

In principle, lighter structures mean that the operation of machines and systems higher accelerations, Shorter cycle times, lower energy requirements and Less wear and tear can be achieved. At the same time, composite components with a suitable design are highly rigid, Dimensionally stable and media-resistant be. Textile preforms from Hightex also enable Fibre paths suitable for load paths and near-net-shape geometries - with reproducible processes for series production.

Technologies & advantages

Tailored fibre placement (TFP)

Fibres along the load paths - local wall thickness variations, exact trajectories, minimised waste.

Binders & 3D preforms

Powder connector for dimensionally stable 3D preforms on heated moulds - process-safe in RTM/infusion or thermoplastic.

Cutting / Cutter

Single layer/multi-layer cutter, Laser (clean GF edges), Roll punching machine - precise positioning, safe handling, kitting.

Automatic high-volume preforming

Robotics, heated moulds, inline quality Scalable from pilot cell to multi-line setup.

Your benefit

  • Dynamics & beat: Lower moving masses, faster cycles
  • Energy & wear: Lower drive power, longer service life
  • Quality: Reproducible fibre position, clean contours, documented processes
  • Integration: Interfaces to ERP/MES, kitting, traceability

Key Figures (trend-setting)

< 100 s Cycle per preform - up to 17 000 Preforms/week (depending on component) - Preform size up to 1.70 x 1.70 m

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Innovation meets precision.
With our experience in fibre composite technologies and AI-supported production, we create solutions that combine performance, safety and sustainability.

Our materials and processes set new standards for efficiency and design freedom - from the concept phase through to series production. This is how we are shaping the future of mobility: lighter, stronger and more environmentally conscious.

Areas of application (extract)

Robotics & Automation

Grippers/end effectors, CF carriers, cantilevers, linear axis components

Mechanical & plant engineering

Lightweight frames/stiffeners, brackets, highly rigid covers, vibration management

Conveying/packaging technology

Lightweight beams, guide elements, dynamic-optimised modules

Measurement technology/optics

Precise, temperature-stable structural parts and mounts

Energy/Industrial environment

Corrosion-resistant components, electrically non-conductive components

Process chain & integration

Co-engineering

Load paths, fibre trajectories, tolerances, production concept

TFP sub-preforms & layer build-up

stress-appropriate, near-net-shape

Binding & Preforming

Heated moulds, defined temperature/pressure window

Cutting/kitting

CAD nesting, labelling/ID, kit-compatible provision

Automatic preforming

Robot handling, inline geometry check, buffer/logistics

Transfer to the component process

RTM/infusion or thermoplastic consolidation

Data & Quality

Parameter logging, good/error feedback, traceability

Two examples from practice

Quality & certifications

ISO 9001 certificate

ISO 9001:2015

Certified quality management

EN 9100 certificate

Documented parameter windows (temperature/pressure/time), optical path/geometry checks, area weights

IATF 16949 certificate

Traceability

Component ID, batches, process data; optional ERP/MES connection

Textile semi-finished products for industry

Textile hybrid fabrics, contour-accurate multilayer plies and TFP sub-preforms handling-stable and Process reliable for further processing. Focus: Precise geometry, Minimised waste, Kitting suitable for series production.

FAQ / Technical parameters

From compact gripper components to larger gantry carriers. We adapt the mould and gripper design to your contour.

Yes, we integrate Crop/Stacking, Marking, Buffer/tray handling and bind data to ERP/MES back.

Both are possible. We select binder, yarn and matrix application orientated and ensure compatibility in the process.

With a Feasibility workshop, CAD data (layers/geometry), tolerances, quantities and target cycle. After that: Sampling → parameter freeze → series ramp-up.

Your contact person

He has over 20 years of experience in fibre composite and lightweight construction technology and is familiar with the challenges of mechanical and plant engineering down to the last detail thanks to his experience in engineering at an engineering firm.
In direct dialogue, in project workshops or at trade fairs Kai Steinbach is your first point of contact for textile reinforcement structures and Composite prototypes.

Industrial lightweight construction - measurable in time.

We develop and manufacture Preforms and semi-finished products exactly according to your requirements - from prototype to large-scale production.

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