Over 10 years of research & growth

The TPRC has a relatively short, but rich history. In 10 years, the TPRC has grown into a unique worldwide research center for thermoplastic composites.

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Birth of the TPRC, making use of the facilities of the University of Twente.
Acquisition of own floor space on Business and Science Park.
Installation of the press, the autoclave and the Instron testing equipment.
Official opening of the TPRC laboratory double floor space.
Installation Coriolis fiber placement equipment. Doubled office space and opening conference room.
Opening welding laboratory.
Installation robotized induction welding equipment.
Installation Krauss Maffei injection overmolding machine.
International recognition with obtaining various awards.
The TPRC team has grown to 40 employees and PhD students.
The TPRC welcomes its 20^th member.
10 year anniversary of the TPRC.
20^th Technical Advisory Board meeting.
Future of Thermoplastic Composites conference on October 8, 2019.