A Material Difference in Automotive
What’s your biggest challenge? Are you looking to reduce weight or improve sustainability? Do you want a tactile, scratch resistant surface or to improve interior air quality? Â
Modern vehicles are a complex mix of advanced engineering and smart technology, built with high-performing materials. We work closely with leading automotive manufacturers to develop advanced TPE and polymer compounds for interior, exterior and under the hood applications. Our cutomised materials can help you achieve the protection, durability and sustainability you seek, while delivering on design aesthetics and haptics.
Automotive Application Areas
Interiors
Key Properties
- Easy processing with high flowability and short cycle times
- Excellent surface properties and soft-touch haptics
- Low odour and emissions
- Long term heat and UV resistance
- Adhesion to various thermoplastics
- Customised colours
- Biobased, biocomposite and grades with recycled content
Typical Applications
Inlay mats, floor mats, interior trim parts, HVAC flaps and seals, anti-squeak applications, cup holders, plugs, grommets, thumb wheels, pedal covers
Typical Standards
BMW GS 93042, Daimler DBL 5562, FCA MS-DC-242, Ford WSS-M2D507, Hyundai-Kia MS 220-21, PSA B62 0300, Renault 03-10-104, Scania STD4376-7, Tesla TM-1010, Volvo STD 1221,019, VW 50123
Exteriors
Key Properties
- Very high UV resistance
- Excellent adhesion to PP
- Grades with adhesion to polar thermoplastics like ASA, PC, PMMA
- Flexibility even at low temperatures
- Excellent sealing and noise and vibration damping
- Recyclable in production
Typical Applications
Static sealings, wheelhouse liners, mud flaps, side steps, spoilers and trim
Typical Standards
BMW GS 93042, Daimler DBL 5562, FCA MS-DC-242, Ford WSS-M2D517, GM GMW 16233, Hyundai-Kia MS 220-21, PSA B62 0300, Renault 03-10-104, Scania STD4376-7, Tesla TM-1010, Volvo STD 1221,019, VW 50123, VW PV 3929, VW PV 3930, VW TL 52622
Air + Water Management
Key Properties
- Very high flowability for easy processing
- Long-term heat resistance
- High UV stability
- Very good adhesion to PP
- Recyclable in production
Typical Applications
Air duct seals, water deflectors, cowl top grill, shutter flaps, air deflectors
Typical Standards
BMW GS 93042, Daimler DBL 5562, FCA MS-DC-242, Hyundai-Kia MS 220-21, PSA B62 0300, Renault 03-10-104, Scania STD4376-7, Tesla TM-1010, Volvo STD 1221,019, VW 50123
Under The Hood
Key Properties
- Very good heat resistance
- Adhesion to diverse thermoplastics
- Special grades with conductive or antistatic properties
- Low-smoke, halogen-free (LSZH) flame-retardant grades
- Grades with improved resistance to aggresive fluids such as oils, acids, bases and aqueous solutions
Typical Applications
Fasteners, clips, sealings, grommets, cable sheathing, bedding and insulation
Typical Standards
BMW GS 93042, Daimler DBL 5562, FCA MS-DC-242, Ford WSS-M2D516, Hyundai-Kia MS 220-21, PSA B62 0300, Renault 03-10-104, Scania STD4376-7, Tesla TM-1010, Volvo STD 1221,019, VW 50123
High Flow TPE Compounds
UL Certified TPE
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)Â is a globally recognised independent safety science company, ensuring that our TPE materials meet rigorous safety and performance standards. This certification brings numerous benefits, including increased product acceptance, enhanced marketability, and reduced compliance risks.
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