Defense Production Capacity Starts Upstream – Why Defense Acquisition Must Look Beyond Prime Contractors

The Pentagon’s current push for speed-to-scale has appropriately focused on prime contractors and tier 1 part producers. However, production capacity is often established much earlier within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), among the qualified specialty-material suppliers whose capabilities ultimately determine whether production can expand at the pace national security requires. Read More....

LCM PFAS-Free Structural Film Adhesive Solution

Product LC-E258 Replaces Legacy Film Adhesives That are Being Discontinued Due to the Presence of PFAS (forever chemicals)

At Lincoln Composite Materials (LCM), we are launching Product LC-E258, a high-performance structural film adhesive engineered to replace existing film adhesives that are being discontinued due to the presence of PFAS chemicals (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). Read More....

Composites, Prepregs, and Film Adhesives - 101 Basics

In the cutting-edge world of aerospace engineering, the demand for lightweight, strong, and durable materials is ever-increasing. Composites, prepregs, and film adhesives have revolutionized aircraft design and manufacturing, offering superior performance and efficiency. This article explores these advanced materials and their applications in the aerospace industry, helping you make informed decisions for your next project. Read More....

PFAS-Free Aerospace Materials - Part 1 - 8 FAQ's from OEM's and Tier 1 Suppliers

As PFAS regulations in aerospace manufacturing continue to evolve, OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and MRO organizations are asking practical questions about what PFAS-free film adhesives, prepregs, and potting compounds really mean for performance, qualification, and program risk.

Here are some of the most common PFAS questions we hear from aerospace Materials & Processes (M&P), Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams. Read More....