BOREALIS
Compound with 65% PCR developed for automotive interior
By Plasteurope.com correspondent
Olefins and polyolefins major Borealis (Vienna; www.borealisgroup.com) has announced the launch of Borcycle GD3600SY, a 30% glass-fibre reinforced polypropylene compound with 65% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content. The compound is part of Borealis’ Borcycle M portfolio of advanced mechanically recycled polyolefins.
Olefins and polyolefins major Borealis (Vienna; www.borealisgroup.com) has announced the launch of Borcycle GD3600SY, a 30% glass-fibre reinforced polypropylene compound with 65% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content. The compound is part of Borealis’ Borcycle M portfolio of advanced mechanically recycled polyolefins.
 Peugeot 3008, with the centre console made from Borcycle GD3600SY (Photo: Stellantis) |
The compound is initially to be used in the production of centre console carriers for the new Peugeot 3008, by Dutch automotive manufacturer Stellantis (Hoofdorp; www.stellantis.com), marking the first instance of a compound with 65% PCR PP being used in series production for large automotive interior applications, said Borealis.
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The automotive application is the result of a collaboration between Borealis, French thermoplastic injection moulding specialist Plastiques du Val de Loire (Plastivaloire, Langeais; www.groupe-plastivaloire.com) and Stellantis.
15.07.2024 Plasteurope.com [255638-0]
Published on 15.07.2024