Unique Freudenberg Material Helps Customers Implement Sustainable Solutions

For some time, there have been attempts to use fluoro rubber/thermoplastic elastomer (FKM/TPE) materials in the automotive industry. But with FluoroXprene, Freudenberg’s material experts have succeeded in developing a family of materials made of two highly fluorinated materials that are well suited for processing. The high chemical resistance of FKM is combined with the easy process ability of TPE. The result is a series of materials with outstanding characteristics that have potential use in new applications far beyond fuel lines. By changing the proportions of the two components, product characteristics can be adapted to a wide variety of complex requirement profiles. Thanks to its high process ability, these unique materials can be used in an innovative manufacturing process that reduces Freudenberg Sealing Technologies’ sustainability footprint as well. This process combines proven injection molding technology with a tool design consisting of single cavities. The result: It conserves materials and energy while reducing the production of scrap. FluoroXprene is thus a good example of how companies can conserve resources in their manufacturing operations while increasing sustainability and efficiency on the customer side as well.

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