Reinforced PP grade applied in structural foam molding process
A polypropylene (PP) grade with 20% short glass fiber reinforcement has been applied in a structural foam injection molding process (SFIM) to mold a dashboard carrier and air ducts in the FAW-VW Golf A7. The Fibermod GE277AIC grade from Borouge (Singapore) reportedly achieves high flowability paired with high stiffness and impact ratio, realizing high flow length and low wall thickness, plus high dimensional stability and weld strength.
Borouge also contributed a grade for door cladding. Daplen EE189HPC was developed in accordance with stringent customer requirements for high quality surface aesthetics. A 15% mineral-filled PP compound, Daplen EE189HPC reportedly enables fast cycle injection molding of complex interior parts. The grade also exhibits high scratch and abrasion resistance. The processing characteristics of the grade are also said to allow a high level of integrated functions in a pleasing new aesthetic design for the part in question. Additionally, the material is UV-resistant and exhibits non-sticky qualities.