Part performance was improved and manufacturing costs were reduced using 100% recycled nylon 66 (33% glass-filled) with strength properties exceeding the original 40% long-glass filled polypropylene material's performance. The recycled nylon was formulated to utilize identical shrink values as the polypropylene (original substrate material) avoiding tooling cost and timing impacts. A cost avoidance of $0.35 per armrest was realized by utilizing recycled glass filled nylon instead of virgin glass filled nylon. A significant safety benefit is also achieved as the recycled material provides the armrest with a 60% increase in breaking strength above FCA specifications.
OEM/Vehicle
FCA US LLC
2016 Chrysler Pacifica
System Supplier
Williamston Products Inc.
Material Processor
AGS Technology Inc. |
Material Supplier
AGS Technology Inc.
Resin
Injectoblend FPA66235-2RU PA66 33FG Recycled
Tooling/Equipment Supplier
Aalbers Tool and Mold
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For More Information See: http://www.plastics-car.com/Recycling/Recycling-of-End-of-Life-Vehicles_1
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