Bolster Active Grille Shutter

This integration of an Active Grille Shutter and bolster function into the front end module includes sheet metal bolt on reinforcements in the structure. Injection molding the plastic metal hybrid replaces separate molding of the two systems and a part count reduction of 20 separate parts. This saved 1.76 lbs of weight and enabled an approximate $8 cost savings. This process also improved sealing efficiency to improve heat exchanger performance. it is scalable to other OEMs or vehicle sizes.

OEM/Vehicle Ford Motor Company 2018 Ford Fiesta System Supplier Montaplast Material Processor    Montaplast

Material Supplier Lanxess Resin Durethan PA6 35GF Tooling/Equipment Supplier Farmington

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