IACMI-The Composites Institute has officially opened its new national headquarters in Innovation South at the University of Tennessee (UT) Research Park at Cherokee Farm, co-located with the UT Fibers and Composites Manufacturing Facility (FCMF). The new 44,000-square-foot laboratory is a state-of-the-art center for advanced composites and manufacturing, driving research, commercialization, and workforce training to strengthen U.S. competitiveness. The facility offers exceptional opportunities for public-private partnerships, providing IACMI members and industry leaders with access to innovative research, world-class facilities, and shared office space. The institute has already trained over 5,100 individuals and engaged over 18,000 students in STEM outreach. The new facility features cutting-edge equipment, including a Michelman Sizing line, High speed Wabash Compression Presses, and Automated Tape Placement system, among others. The facility will serve as a training hub for students and industry professionals, offering hands-on learning experiences in advanced composites and manufacturing. IACMI’s mission is to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas, and technology, and to enhance manufacturing competitiveness, with a strong focus on technology, commercialization, and workforce development.
IACMI Marks 10Years of pioneering Spirit with Open House Expo, Showcasing Latest Breakthroughs
