Toray and Convergent Manufacturing Technologies Partner to Advance Digital Engineering for Aerospace and Industrial Applications

Toray Composite Materials America, Inc. (Toray CMA) announces it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Convergent Manufacturing Technologies to deploy RAVEN Explorer, a customer-oriented, web-based design tool that performs cure simulations utilizing select Toray resin system datasets for aerospace and industrial applications. This strengthens Toray’s digital engineering capabilities and streamlines the adoption of high-performance materials into next-generation manufacturing workflows.

The MOU combines Toray’s expertise in high-performance materials and Convergent’s capability in digital engineering tools. RAVEN Explorer will give engineers and design teams access to Convergent-verified material cards through an interactive environment and conduct material performance evaluations and data analyses, including cure cycle optimization and material kinetics comparisons. This collaboration is designed to support data-driven decision-making across the aerospace, defense, industrial, and other technically demanding sectors, reducing development timelines and supporting rigorous performance standards.

“Digital tools have changed how materials are selected and deployed,” said Damon Call, director of technical services at Toray CMA. “Collaborating with Convergent is a reflection of Toray’s commitment to supporting a more efficient and informative use of our materials through accessible and functional high-quality simulation capabilities.”

“Partnering with Toray CMA reflects our shared commitment to advancing how engineers and material experts work together in a digital-first environment,” said Göran Fernlund, president at Convergent. “By combining Toray’s deep materials expertise with Convergent’s simulation platform, we’re enabling faster, more informed decision-making and helping teams unlock the full potential of advanced composites through accessible, high-fidelity digital tools.”

Engineers and industry professionals at SAMPE Conference and Exhibition in Seattle this April will have the opportunity to experience RAVEN Explorer firsthand at the Toray and Convergent booths, at booth numbers L8 and M8, respectively.

About Toray Composite Materials America, Inc.

Toray Composite Materials America, Inc. (Toray CMA) manufactures and supplies TORAYCA™ carbon fiber and advanced thermoset prepreg materials. Toray materials are recognized worldwide for their performance, quality, and consistency in processing. With the most carbon fiber and prepreg capacity in North America, Toray CMA serves the needs of aerospace and defense, sports and recreation, automotive, and industrial markets. Toray CMA is a subsidiary of Toray Industries, Inc. (Toray). Toray addresses global challenges by delivering high-value-added products, including fibers and textiles, resins and films, and carbon fiber composite materials. For more information about Toray CMA, visit www.toraycma.com. For information on Toray Industries, visit www.toray.com.

About Convergent Manufacturing Technologies

Convergent delivers advanced simulation, data, and AI-driven digital solutions that empower composite manufacturers to understand, predict, and optimize materials and processes with confidence. By eliminating costly trial-and-error, Convergent reduces risk and accelerates performance from development and design through full-scale production. The company serves aerospace, defense, energy, transportation, and industrial markets. For more information, visit www.convergent.ca.