At the Paris Air Show, KVE, a subsidiary of Daher, and Pinette PEI announced a strategic, non-exclusive partnership to jointly supply induction welding equipment for the assembly of thermoplastic composite components in aerospace applications. The collaboration aims to deliver an integrated solution that combines thermoplastic stamp forming and part assembly via induction welding, key technologies for high-rate, sustainable aircraft manufacturing.

With a shared vision to drive the adoption of thermoplastic composites, the partnership brings together KVE s INDUCT welding technology and Pinette PEI s expertise in thermoplastic forming equipment. The solution promises improved cycle times, greater design flexibility through larger part sizes, weight reduction, enhanced recyclability, and lower production costs.

This agreement marks an important milestone for implementing KVE INDUCT technology worldwide, said Pierre Rouch, Managing Director of KVE. Pinette is a natural partner thanks to their complementary capabilities and long-standing expertise in thermoplastic production equipment.

Erick Rousseau, CEO of Pinette PEI, added: By joining forces with KVE, we re offering a fully integrated and automated production solution, from material preparation and stamping to welding and NDT control. This significantly enhances both the quality and productivity of thermoplastic composite parts.

Under the agreement, Pinette PEI will handle system-level design and manufacturing of the production cells, while KVE will supply welding-specific hardware, software, and custom weld tooling. The two companies will also align their sales efforts and install a dedicated R&D welding setup at Pinette s Tifaani facility to demonstrate and develop next-generation thermoplastic processing technologies.

Source: pinetteemidecau.eu