UV Pultrusion for manufacturing GFRP Links
The innovative UV pultrusion process for producing Glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) link rods revolutionizes composite manufacturing. Curing the material with UV light in an optically transparent die enables faster production (about 2m/min for 122 mm2 profiles) and precise control over material properties. Selective UV curing allows in-line reshaping and manufacturing of complex gemetries.
Why and Whom
An innovative, energy-efficient, and high-productivity selective curing UV pultrusion process has been developed for manufacturing corrosion-resistant, GFRP link rods. The rods are up to 40% lighter than steel counterparts and have been reshaped inline making them ideal for automobile applications.
Partners
IST METZ GmbH & Co. KG | Mubea Fahrwerksfedern | Steinhuder Werkzeug- u. Apparatebau Helmut Woelfl GmbH | Allnex Belgium SA/NV | BYK-Chemie GmbH
Key Benefits
- 40% weight reduction vs. steel for fuel efficiency
- Corrosion resistance, durability and lifespan
- High productivity with energy-efficient UV curing
- Customizeable properties via selective curing
- Sustainable meterials
- Corrosion resistance, durability and lifespan
- High productivity with energy-efficient UV curing
- Customizeable properties via selective curing
- Sustainable meterials
Awards
Award Finalist - Automotive & Road Transportation - Process