Advanced engineering solutions for efficient, high-performance composite manufacturing
At JEC World 2026, the leading global exhibition for composite materials, held March 10 to 12 in Paris, The Cannon Group will present a portfolio of integrated manufacturing technologies developed through its long-term investment in research and development. These solutions are designed to improve efficiency, process control, and performance for thermoset and thermoplastic composite applications, while enabling more flexible, energy-efficient, and industrially scalable production processes.
Solutions for Aerospace and Defense Composites
CANNON will emphasize its capabilities in aerospace and defense composite manufacturing, where process reliability, performance, and quality are critical. The Group will present validated solutions for both thermoplastic and thermoset materials, including advanced thermocompression lines, patented vacuum technologies, and controlled resin injection systems. These technologies support the production of lightweight, high-performance composite components while meeting the stringent standards required by aerospace and defense programs.
NEXUS, the Intelligent Mold Thermoregulation System
Among the highlights is NEXUS, CANNON’s patented and market-ready mold thermoregulation system. NEXUS introduces a new approach to temperature management by using the physical properties of composites not only as structural reinforcement, but as heating elements integrated into the mold itself. It enables differentiated and precisely controlled thermal zones directly on the mold surface, supporting shorter cycle times, improved energy efficiency, and advanced process optimization, particularly for RIM and thermoset composite applications, opening up manufacturing scenarios not achievable with conventional heating systems.
POSSIBLE: Advancing Circularity in Polyurethane Composite Manufacturing
CANNON will also present POSSIBLE (PrOduce SuStainabLE Industrial Bodies), a technology development project focused on end-of-life recycling and reuse of polyurethane (PU) and PU glass-fiber reinforced composites. The project demonstrates the recovery and reintegration of recycled foams and composite granulates as secondary reinforcement materials in new PU-based formulations, supporting a more circular manufacturing approach.
Through dedicated process solutions, recovered materials can be reintroduced into production in powder or granular form, using controlled feeding and mixing technologies. Depending on material characteristics and target formulations, recycled content can be integrated at industrially relevant rates, while maintaining process stability and component performance.
High-Tonnage Compression Molding Expertise
CANNON will underscore its short-stroke press concepts and the project developed with TEP – Taylor Engineering & Plastics, engineered to deliver high performance and precision even in production environments with limited ceiling height. This approach combines compact machine design with flexibility and productivity, supporting a wide range of composite manufacturing applications.
At JEC World 2026, CANNON can be found at Booth 5M72.
