TRW Automotive Electronics & Components GmbH, a manufacturer of automotive air
registers and other interior components, depends on DSM Engineering Plastics
to meet the varying needs of Tier 1 suppliers and automotive OEMs. DSM
Engineering Plastics, as a top solution provider to TRW, offers a broad and
deep portfolio of high-performance materials, exceptional technical expertise
for application development, and the agility to respond to requests for
special orders or rapid delivery.
"The design and performance of air registers have a big impact on consumers’
impression of the dashboard and interior of a car,” said Dirk Lauhoff, Product
Development Leader of TRW. “To meet our automotive customers’ needs for
innovative, high-quality components, TRW developed In Mold Assembly, an
injection molding process which produces an assembly of separate components
which are firmly joined together but able to move. All components are molded
parallel in one tool on one injection molding machine within one cycle. The
success of this process depends on a materials supplier with the right
thermoplastics, backed by world-class technical support. We have found an
excellent partner in DSM. The company has provided invaluable assistance in
the success of this initiative.”
TRW leverages several DSM materials for air registers and other components.
Xantar® C, a blend of polycarbonate and acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS)
for covers and housings, offers the highest flow in its class plus high impact
strength. Its low outgassing improves the auto interior environment by
reducing odor and fogging. Akulon® Ultraflow polyamide 6 provides exceptional
rigidity and best surface quality for horizontal vanes. And Arnite®
polybutylene terephthalate combines high strength and rigidity with excellent
processing for vertical vanes.
“Our partnership with TRW is founded on close collaboration,” said Loek
Ribberink, European Sales Manager Automotive. Our ability to quickly respond
to special requests, our reliable service, and our expertise in material
selection, application development, and processing optimization help TRW meet
the diverse demands of its customers.”
