The new multi-phase Dolphin process allows a rigid substrate with
integral foam core and MIC grained skin to be produced in one step on one
machine. Equipped with an opposing, 2-barrel rotary platen with expansion /
decompression option and utilizing the microcellular foam molding process, the
system molds a rigid PC/ABS carrier, then forms a solid, MIC grained Class A
outer skin (thickness adjustable by manipulating mold cooling time) as well as
a low-density foam core layer (thickness / density are adjustable by altering
the mold opening stops) from the same shot of TPE. The 3 layers maintain a strong bond without
need for corona treatment. The parts
reduced cost 25% vs. the previous PVC slush-molded option, reduced process
steps from 8 to 2, eliminated waste (since scrap from the all-thermoplastic
system is fully recyclable and can be ground and reused).
OEM/Vehicle
Daimler AG
2011MY Mercedez-Benz Actros
System Supplier
Sole SpA
Material Processor
Trexel Inc.
ENGEL Austria GmbH
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Material Supplier
SO.F.TER. SpA
Resin
Pibiflex polyester based TPE
Tooling/Equipment Supplier
Georg Kaufmann AG
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