Styrolution's Luran SC has set a new standard for automotive bumper brackets following an innovative partnership.
Automotive
In the search of a material solution to enhance the performance and functionality of automotive bumper brackets, leading systems and service provider for polymer-based solutions Rehau sought the expertise of global styrenics leader Styrolution and identified a grade of Luran SC as the material of choice.
Luran SC, which has become a trusted staple in automotive exterior applications, was selected due to its high impact resistance, overall toughness, UV stability and resistance to creep and heat.
Given its successful application, the Luran SC bumper bracket from Rehau and Styrolution will be implemented as the standard material for several top automotive manufacturers.
Pierre Juan, Vice-President Global Automotive, Styrolution, said: "The automotive industry continues to turn to innovative styrenic materials to advance innovation and performance as it relates to safety and design. Through its unique combination of properties, Luran SC sets the standard for material excellence in automotive exteriors, empowering customers to realise a greater competitive advantage due to its toughness, versatility and property retention. We are honoured to further our partnership with Rehau through the development of this automotive solution."
As a choice material for safety, design and age-resistance, Luran SC has a legacy of proven performance and use in the automotive industry. In addition to toughness and impact resistance which improve safety, this particular Luran SC grade also offers UV and long-term heat stability, which are critical characteristics as the bumper bracket is used to secure the TPO fascia to the car body, requiring resistance to temperature, heat and moisture. Additionally, the UV resistance helps protect against UV light that may pass through the slit line between the car body and fascia – working to improve a car’s resistance to aging and the elements.
Styrolution has served as a long-term supplier to Rehau. Through this collaborative relationship, other Styrolution materials have been employed for various automotive applications including Luran S (ASA) and Novodur, Styrolution’s brand of specialty acrylonitrile butadiene styrene grades. The successful development of bumper brackets with Luran SC further strengthens the relationship between Styrolution and Rehau and highlights the immense potential of this material.