Bumper Core with EPS/PE

This fully recyclable, EPP/PS interpolymer foam bead material is processed via expandable resin shape molding in conventional steam chests to provide superior tensile strength, thermal insulation, shock absorption, and chemical resistance at a 20% weight and cost savings over conventional EPP foam bead. The process allows insert molding of metal components, and can produce dual-density moldings with ribs to improve energy absorption.

OEM/Vehicle 2007 Lexus ® LS460 sedan by Toyota Motors System Supplier Nittoku Material Processor Homec

Material Supplier Sekisui Plastics USA Inc. Resin Piocelan ® OP PS/PE

For More Information See: http://www.plastics-car.com/bumpers

Styrene Foam EAs for Head Impact

This was the best-in-class, low-cost energy-absorption (EA) countermeasure based on zero tooling, piece price, and time to market.  Foamed styrene is extruded into blocks, then wire cut into complex shapes, providing significant weight (25% lighter), cost, and timing benefits vs. competitive products.

OEM/Vehicle 2008MY Ford Motor Co. Ford® Focus® Compact Car System Supplier Grupo Antolin North America

Material Supplier Dow Automotive Resin Impaxx®  300  PS

For More Information See: http://www.plastics-car.com/Todays-Automobiles/Automotive-Safety