Composites One says it has formed an alliance with the 3M’s Renewable Energy Division that will let both companies continue penetrating the emerging wind-energy industry with products geared toward wind-turbine manufacturers. 3M Renewable Energy in Booth 7004 will offer to the market a mix of sophisticated products, including a variety of tapes, adhesives, and fillers that enhance reliability, improve performance, and provide protection against weathering and harsh environments. Customers will also benefit from direct interaction with 3M and Composites One (in Booth 5822) as they work to develop custom products based on their material and manufacturing needs.

“This alliance with 3M lets us offer cutting-edge 3M products to customers as well as all the other process consumables and composite materials they might need,” says Dave Smith, Composites One Power Generation Market Manager. Composites One distributes composite materials serving users from over 30 locations in North America. The company offers composite fabricators and molders thousands of products from the industry's top suppliers through a knowledgeable technical sales and customer service force. The company offers a variety of value-added services that include closed mold technologies, technical applications reviews, and regulatory compliance assistance.