Arpro Used to Model Automotive Parts in Africa

JSP has announced that customers in Africa have begun using its Arpro material to carry out component modelling for in-series automotive applications such as impact protection and interior components. The local manufacture of vehicles in Africa is stimulating demand for lightweight engineering solutions, while challenging transportation conditions require reusable packaging. Arpro customers such as Isowall in South Africa have been able to take advantage of Arpro 1000 - a new grade specifically designed for on-site expansion that negates geographic logistic penalties by reducing transport costs and emissions.

Steve Betchev, Isowall's production director, said: 'From one starting density, it's possible to mould an enormous density range, enabling us to mould product for all our applications. 'Logistics are reduced, storage is simplified, we are more cost effective and we've reduced our carbon footprint,' he added. South African moulder Automa, meanwhile, is using Arpro Porous to gain new business. Arpro Porous allows OEMs to reduce weight as well as noise, vibration and harshness (NVH), with tests showing noise reduction levels of up to 10 times that of alternative materials.

Guy Jaucot, Automa's manager, said: 'Noise reduction and other quality aspects have to be addressed without adding extra weight or harming environmental performance. 'There are always noise channels from under the floor and the engine compartment that need to be closed. 'Other materials weigh more and are not as flexible in design as Arpro Porous,' he added. Arpro material is designed for automotive, packaging and consumer product applications.

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