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Integrated, Agile Hub for DFM, CNC, Metal and Windform® Additive Manufacturing Italy
Integrated, Agile Hub for DFM, CNC, Metal and Windform® Additive Manufacturing
CRP Group integrates the expertise of CRP Technology and CRP USA, leaders in Windform® composite SLS and DMLS metal additive manufacturing, with CRP Meccanica, a high-precision CNC operation with heritage in Formula One manufacturing. This synergy creates a single, streamlined supply chain capable of supporting unmanned system programs from initial design through to Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP).
The company’s manufacturing philosophy — forged in the high-performance and ultra-fast schedule demands of elite motorsport — translates directly to unmanned platforms: lightweight structures, tight tolerances, and rapid iteration, without compromising on full traceability or certification compliance.
Windform® Composite Materials for UxV Applications
The proprietary Windform® material family is engineered for structural and functional applications across UAV airframes, UGV enclosures, USV components, and ISR payload systems.
The range includes carbon-fiber reinforced grades (SL, RS, SP, XT 2.0, FR1) for high-load and EMI-aware applications, and glass-fiber reinforced grades (GT, FR2, LX 3.0, GF 2.0) for dielectric-critical components such as antenna radomes and battery compartments.
Windform® composites combine a superior stiffness-to-weight ratio with MIL-STD-810 validated resistance to thermal cycling, vibration, shock, and humidity. Both conductive and insulating formulations are available, enabling the direct integration of electronics within printed structures — effectively eliminating secondary shielding and reducing assembly complexity.
Hoverfly Spectre 2.0, pictured above, features a high-performance fuselage additively manufactured in Windform® composite. Validated to exceed MIL-STD-810 requirements for harsh environmental conditions.
The Windform® monolithic part integrates complex internal geometries for embedded cable routing and optimized load paths, consolidating multiple components into a single, high-strength structure. Engineered for rapid deployment, the system is flight-proven to perform reliably under extreme operational stress, including mechanical shocks, intense vibrations, and temperature extremes (-20°C to +49°C), as well as sand, dust, and rain.
Integrated DfAM and Manufacturing Workflow
CRP Group’s Design & Engineering department operates as a standalone DfAM (Design for Additive Manufacturing) service, delivering topology-optimized and stress-analyzed part files in production-ready formats. This decoupled service allows OEMs and prime contractors to reduce iteration cycles and compress “time-to-hardware” during the critical design stage.
In production, Windform® SLS, DMLS, and 5-axis CNC machining are sequentially integrated within a single hybrid workflow. Additive processes deliver consolidated geometries and embedded functionality, while CNC finishing provides the sub-micron dimensional accuracy required for flight-critical interfaces. This hybrid approach directly addresses the SWaP-C (Size, Weight, Power, and Cost) constraints that traditional manufacturing alone cannot resolve.
Global Certified Manufacturing Hubs
CRP Group delivers high-performance manufacturing via its EN9100/ AS9100D-certified facilities in Italy and the USA. Through CRP USA, the company offers ITAR-compliant workflows and America Makes expertise for mission-critical U.S. defense applications. CRP’s regional presence via CRP Gulf ensures specialized support for the GCC market, bridging localized consultancy with centralized, certified production.
The company specializes in end-to-end support for the Unmanned sector, including:
Platforms: Fixed-wing UAS, VTOL, UGV, and USV.
Systems: ISR payloads and space-qualified subsystems.
Scalability: From R&D prototypes to full LRIP deployment.
Contact CRP Group today for a personalised quote and a free sample on your next aerospace project!
The Windform family of composites includes a wide range of options, with a solution for almost any drone design requirement.
Windform SL
Low-density polyamide material with high stiffness and excellent heat resistance, ideal for UAV airframes and arms
Windform RS
Lightweight carbon-filled composite with high stiffness and strength and excellent impact resistance – ideal for heavy-duty and mission-critical components
Windform SP
Impact-resistant and waterproof material for demanding shock and vibration-heavy environments
Windform XT 2.0
Space-grade material with excellent strength and stiffness, suitable for both functional prototypes and production
Windform FR1
Halogen-free flame-retardant composite with UL 94 V-0 and FAR 25.853 compliance
Windform FR2
Glass fiber-filled flame-retardant composite with electrical insulation properties
Windform GT
Glass fiber-filled electrically insulated material with high flexibility and resistance to impact, shock and vibration
Windform LX 3.0
Next-generation glass fiber composite with excellent surface finish, ideal for components requiring aesthetic qualities
Windform RL
Rubber-like thermoplastic material resistant to repeated bending and torsion, with good shock absorption
Windform FX Black
Impact-resistant polyamide with behaviour similar to polypropylene and ABS injection moulded parts
Windform TPU
Thermoplastic polyurethane material with excellent flexibility and shock absorption, ideal for robotics parts such as joints, pipes and connection tubes
Windform GF
Aluminium and glass fiber filled polyamide with excellent surface definition, suited to intake ducts and fuel systems
Applications & Use Cases
Modular Drone Designs
Two carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites, Windform SP and Windform XT 2.0, were used to create functional and critical parts of the Tundra flight-ready professional drone prototype. These parts – arms and body – are fully modular and were able to successfully withstand the design requirements, including space limitations and extreme conditions during flights, allowing for system optimization.
Exceptional performance: Windform SP and XT 2.0, carbon fiber reinforced materials, offer superior strength, lightweight properties, and high thermal stability compared to traditional manufacturing methods.
Design freedom: The modular design of the drone’s arms and body, allows for increased customization and optimization to meet specific missions and operations demands including different payload options.
Durability under stress: Windform parts successfully withstood not only rigorous testing but also real life operations including space constraints and extreme flight conditions, demonstrating their reliability and suitability for demanding applications like professional drones.
Wind tunnel model of the Leonardo Tiltrotor AW609
CRP Technology 3D printed various external parts (nose and cockpit, rear fuselage, nacelles, external fuel tanks, fairings) of the 1:8.5 scale wind tunnel model for the prototype of the Leonardo HD tiltrotor AW609, using Carbon fiber filled Windform XT 2.0 as the manufacturing material.
Once assembled, these main components made with Windform underwent a series of dedicated low-speed wind tunnel tests, demonstrating high-performing mechanical and aerodynamic properties.
Unmanned Helicopter Tail Rotor Gearbox Housing
Windform XT 2.0 was selected as the material of choice for the Flying-Cam’s Discovery helicopter UAV. In particular the tail rotor component required extra rigidity and the ability to withstand the stress of being clamped to the tail boom. The weight-resistance ratio of this advanced material made it ideal for this difficult task.
Orbital Rocket Propulsion Systems (Rocket motor system)
Windform composites have been used for the first known functional additive manufactured rocket motor system, designed specifically for the small satellite market as a multi-start thruster. It is a complex and functional hybrid, single-part Propulsion System motor that meets the rigid mechanical properties for space applications, capable of multiple restarts and tested at a peak thrust level of 6.2 lbf for a 16-second duration.
While we can only disclose a few real-world applications due to confidentiality concerns, there are a variety of existing application cases in the UAV-UAS, Aerospace and Avio industry where Windform is widely employed.
CRP USA to attend XPONENTIAL 2026 to demonstrate how 3D printed composites have evolved from motorsport origins to meet rigorous defense and aerospace standards
CRP USA will present industrial 3D printing solutions based on Windform composite materials and Selective Laser Sintering for aerospace, defense and advanced mobility at RAPID + TCT 2026
Italian manufacturing leaders CRP Technology and CRP Meccanica will showcase flight-proven aerospace components and advanced production techniques for autonomous systems in Düsseldorf
CRP Technology will showcase flight-ready UAV components made with Windform® composites and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) at Drone X 2025, highlighting lightweight, durable designs and expert insights
CRP USA will showcase 3D-printed, flight-ready small satellite components using Windform® materials and SLS technology at the 2025 Small Satellite Conference
CRP Technology has obtained ISO 14001:2015 certification from DNV, covering its additive manufacturing processes and confirming alignment with international environmental management standards
At XPONENTIAL 2025, May 19–22, CRP Technology will showcase its expertise in 3D printing and Windform® composites, highlighting their potential in aerospace and autonomous systems
CRP Technology specializing in 3D printing services has expanded its suite of production and post-processing capabilities, offering clients a fully integrated process from additive production to final inspection
At the event in Bremen, Germany, CRP Technology will be showcasing high-performance components manufactured for key sector customers using their renowned carbon or glass fiber-reinforced Windform composite materials
Through collaboration with CRP Technology, FLYING-CAM has enhanced its production capabilities, focusing on additive manufacturing and Windform SLS materials for key components
CRP Technology will be at Drone X Expo 2024 to showcase how its cutting-edge materials, with the capabilities of SLS manufacturing, can revolutionize drone design and performance
See CRP Technology at DroneX Expo in London and Space-Comm Expo Scotland in September and explore the latest advancements in 3D printed parts manufactured by CRP
CRP Technology and PARROT are manufacturing a drone's functional prototype main structure, 3D printed and flight-ready, to be used in the testing phase of the Bebop 2 UAV
Flying-Cam turns to CRP Technology and its advanced 3D printed solutions in Additive Manufacturing and composite materials in order to complete the construction of the Discovery UAS
Windform composites deliver the industry’s best weight-to-density ratio, resulting in drone components up to 60% lighter than those manufactured with traditional methods
A substantial part of the innovation proposed by CRP Technology lies in the impressiveness of Windform materials, five of which have passed the outgassing tests led by NASA and ESA
Windform SL, a polyamide-based composite reinforced with carbon fibers, combines lightweight characteristics with a low density of 0.87g/cc, making it an ultralight and rigid material
Feb 07, 2024
Regional Offices & Locations
CRP Technology S.r.l
Italy
150/C Via Cesare della Chiesa, 41126 Modena
+39 059 821135 ContactWebsite
CRP USA LLC
United States of America
127 Goodwin Circle, Mooresville, NC 28115
+1 704-660-0258 Website
CRP Gulf FZCO
United Arab Emirates
Warehouse No 12, Dubai Commercity, 7th St – Umm Ramool - Dubai
+971 509876714 Website
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