Networked for Excellence: Teijin Companies Setting New Standards in Sustainability and Composites at CAMX 2024

02. September 2024 | Blog

The Teijin Group companies Teijin Carbon America, Renegade Materials and Teijin Aramid will participate in CAMX, the largest, most comprehensive composites and advanced materials event in North America, in San Diego, USA.  At the TEIJIN booth (KK5), visitors can explore innovative composite solutions and learn about the comprehensive technical support and provided services.

Teijin's diverse network of materials companies excels across various fields, ranging from high-performance carbon and aramid fibers to cutting-edge industrial textiles and revolutionary, cost-effective prepreg composite solutions. The shared commitment to quality, innovation, and environmental responsibility unites Teijin in their mission to deliver eco-friendly solutions across multiple industries and applications, including pressure vessels, aerospace, and both defense and commercial aircraft construction.

At Teijin, sustainability is more than a motto; it's a mandate. Their dedication to acquiring appropriate certifications for sustainable production and product development underscores the high level of commitment to lead in this field. In the past years, Teijin has continuously striven to minimize their carbon footprint and global impact, while also supporting customers on their own sustainability journeys.

“As a manufacturing company, based in the US, we have the opportunity and the responsibility to innovate sustainable solutions throughout the entire product life cycle. Whether through lightweight construction, using upcycled materials or pursuing sustainable production, we are committed to reducing our ecological footprint.”  Mark Shioleno, Vice President of Sales, Teijin Carbon America, Inc.

“Sustainability is essential to Renegade's business, ensuring resource availability and planetary health. As intermediate material manufacturers, we recognize our responsibility to minimize our environmental footprint. By focusing on responsible sourcing and waste reduction, we protect natural resources and enhance efficiency. Our commitment to sustainability fosters a resilient, forward-thinking business, benefiting our company, customers, and community.”  Matthew Trombly, President of Renegade Materials Corporation.

This year, Teijin Aramid achieved the EcoVadis Gold Medal recognition, placing the company in the top 5% of all companies across all industries globally and in the top 3% of all man-made fiber manufacturers worldwide. This achievement reflects Teijin’s leadership in sustainable innovation and the unwavering dedication to a greener future.

Jan Roos, Chief Sustainability Officer says: "Our purpose is clear: to pioneer an ethically grounded, sustainability-driven, and socially aware way forward. This dedication to sustainability is fundamental to our business, fueling circularity, energy transition and propelling growth. By collaborating with our partners on sustainability initiatives, we're building a sustainable future for all. "

Teijin Carbon has been awarded the ISCC Plus certification for its production in Germany and Japan and is on track to receive the same certification in the U.S. in the coming months. This accreditation allows the Teijin Carbon Group to prove to its customers sustainable products that contribute to a circular economy. Teijin Carbon is diligently working toward establishing new sustainability standards, promoting ecological innovations, and fostering partnerships for a more sustainable world.

Teijin is looking forward to engaging with customers and partners at CAMX 2024 in San Diego to discuss innovative ideas for the circular economy and recycling processes. They would like to talk about challenges and solutions for a healthier planet.

The three Teijin companies Teijin Carbon, Renegade Materials and Teijin Aramid will be exhibiting at booth KK5 at the CAMX show in San Diego, CA, USA, from September 9 to September 12.

Teijin Carbon

Teijin Carbon is one of the world's leading manufacturers of Tenax™ carbon fibers and carbon fiber-based materials, with production sites in the US, Germany, Japan and Vietnam. Teijin Carbon develops solutions for the aerospace, automotive, energy, electronics and sporting goods industries using high-performance technologies in an international environment. They work closely with their partners to create a fully circular value chain. The goal to make Teijin’s products net CO₂-free by 2050 aligns with the commitment to global society to find solutions and take action to combat it.

Renegade Materials

As a manufacturer of intermediate materials in the US, Renegade Materials is known for its product expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction. Renegade Materials distinguishes itself by merging cutting-edge materials science with advanced prepreg manufacturing and testing equipment, all meticulously controlled by rigorous quality management systems. Renegade is steadfast in their commitment to the development and largescale production of advanced, multi-functional materials that offer engineered solutions to the current composite design, usage and affordability initiatives in the aerospace industry.

Teijin Aramid

Teijin Aramid is a global leader in high-performance aramid fiber, a subsidiary of the global Teijin Group. We’re working to transform potential into reality, to materialize ambitions for our partners across diverse industries. Specializing in high-performance aramid fibers, our materials are used in automotive and aerospace industries, ballistic protection and more. Our products, including Twaron®, Teijinconex®, and Technora®, aren't only about high performance – they're about creating impactful, industry-specific advancements. At the heart of our operations is purpose and expertise that drive us to innovate, collaborate, and deliver reliable, recyclable aramid solutions that add lasting value. Our vision for a sustainable future is rooted in a circular economy, balancing high product performance with carbon neutrality. By embracing renewable raw materials, energy, and innovative recycling methods, we are building a future for sustainable, high-performance aramid fiber manufacturing.