Wiper Components

The engineering challenges of converting from GF PBT to GF PP without changing tooling (across 16 part numbers, 208 cavities, and 26 tools -- some of which were 20 years old) was monumental. The new injection-molded grade had to meet the same cold-temperature impact, shrinkage, appearance/color, and 1-year weathering requirements as the incumbent material. A battery of tensile tests were used to qualify each part number and cavity. The result lowered weight 20% (reducing wear on wiper motors), and saved $0.20 USD/lb, while offering better cold-temperature impact performance.

OEM/Vehicle Aftermarket 2015 ANCO 31 SSeries & Walmart SuperTech System Supplier Federal Mogul Corp. Material Processor Federal Mogul Corp.

Material Supplier Asahi Kasei Plastics North America Resin Thermylene P9-38FG-0801 BK711 PP

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