At the recently-opened Composite Recycling Technology Center (CRTC), IACMI-The Composites Institute signed an agreement to establish the CRTC as a strategic partner and West Coast satellite location for IACMI. The CRTC is the world’s first facility for product development from recycled carbon fiber. The agreement also allows Peninsula College to expand its capacity to train the composites manufacturing workforce of the future.
“Innovative products made from recycled carbon fiber provide this region with opportunities for transforming our economy, attracting and training the best and brightest, and leading the nation in sustainable composites manufacturing.” said Robert Larsen, CRTC CEO. “We are pleased to partner with The Composites Institute, a like-minded organization committed to innovation and a green industry future. Our collaboration with Peninsula College will provide the critical workforce needed for success.”
As IACMI explains, composites play a critical role in the Washington State manufacturing ecosystem and clean tech future. As the value of composites continues to transform systems through opportunities in light-weighting, recycled carbon fiber offers exciting possibilities for fuel, energy and emission savings.
