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Thermoplastic Sandwich Moulding Technology

Fraunhofer IMWS
Thermoplastic sandwich molding technology enables the fully automated production of 3D-moulded components in a material-efficient lightweight sandwich construction. The potential of this innovative hybrid technology was demonstrated using a storage compartment cover from a truck driver's cab.

Why and Whom

For the first time, this innovation enables the implementation of efficient composite sandwich lightweight construction in very short cycle times. This means that the material and resource-saving lightweight sandwich construction method can also be used for components in large-scale series production, e.g. in the production of efficient and reliable vehicle interior components.

Partners

Daimler Truck AG | ElringKlinger AG | ThermHex Waben GmbH | ENGEL Austria GmbH | Edevis GmbH

Key Benefits

Light and stable sandwich construction
Reduced use of materials
Efficient processability suitable for large-scale production
Integral design and functional integration
Recyclability thanks to thermoplastics

Awards

Award Winner - Automotive & Road Transportation - Process
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