Adapa A/S is a Danish company located in Aalborg that specializes in adaptive mold technology. This innovative technology allows manufacturing companies to produce low-repetition, curved panels faster, more affordably, and in a more sustainable manner. Adaptive molds created by Adapa can be used with various composite materials and processes, including hand lamination and vacuum infusion of materials such as fiberglass, carbon fiber, prepreg, composite preforms, and plywood.
The reconfigurable mold system excels in thermoforming thermoplastics commonly used in industries like aerospace, wind energy, marine, and construction. It can also handle solid surfaces like Corian, Krion, and Hi-Macs, which are frequently used in construction as façade panels. Adapa’s adaptive mold technology extends its versatility to thermoforming glass and the glazing process of PC/PMMA, popular in automotive and architectural sectors.
A recent project launched by Adapa introduced an adaptive mold with the highest number of actuators assembled by the company yet. This mold measures 8.2 meters in length and 5 meters in width and can achieve curvature radii as tight as 400 mm. It has been specially designed to handle complex curves quickly while minimizing waste and costs for manufacturing curved panels. With this reconfigurable mold option available from Adapa A/S manufacturers can now produce low-repetition curved panels with greater efficiency while reducing their environmental impact.