Transportation
Automobile
A. Schulman is a leading global provider of specialized, high performance polymer compounds and concentrates, services and solutions for the transportation industry.
As an innovative partner for the automotive industry, A. Schulman has developed a variety of successful product solutions for the vehicles of today and tomorrow. We participate in every vehicle space, for Interior, Exterior, Powertrain & Underhood, Chassis & Underbody, and Electrical & Electronics applications.
Typical applications where you will find A. Schulman solutions include:
Interior
Interior cockpits are growing increasingly complex in their designs and functionality. A. Schulman is recognized as a global solutions provider of a variety of polymer compounds. From PP to TPE, PVC to nylon, resins to custom blends and alloys, we offer the widest range of OEM-approved interior compounds worldwide.
Interior applications where A. Schulman products are utilized include door panels, speaker grilles, steering wheels, center consoles, overhead consoles, instrument panel components, shifter knobs, emergency brake handles, and assist handles.
The range of key performance requirements include:
- UV stability
- Excellent aesthetics and color harmony
- Impact strength
- Dimensional stability
- Scratch resistance
- Low odor and emissions
Exterior
A. Schulman has historically been a key supplier of engineered compounds to the exterior space on the vehicle. We were the first in the industry to introduce paintable thermoplastic polyurethane for exterior claddings and rub strips, replacing metal and reducing component weight and cost. PP, TPO, TPE, reinforced ionomer, nylon, polyester, and other specialized compounds are available to meet your exterior design and performance needs.
Exterior applications where A. Schulman products are utilized include beltline weatherseals, roof ditch moldings, grilles, mirror brackets and case frames, facia and other structural support brackets, and door handles.
The range of key performance requirements for exterior applications include:
- High strength and stiffness
- Low warpage and CLTE
- Low temperature impact strength and toughness
- Dimensional stability
- Scratch resistance
- Low load deflection and compression set (weatherseals)
Powertrain & Underhood
A. Schulman has a broad range of engineering thermoplastics for Powertrain & Underhood applications that provide the performance and durability needed in this aggressive environment. Temperature resistance and heat aging demands continue to increase, due to the use of turbocharger and supercharger systems used to boost the output of smaller engines. The presence of aggressive fluids (engine coolant, oil, gasoline, etc.) creates additional demands on durability. A. Schulman has been a supplier of reliable solutions for powertrain applications for many years.
Powertrain applications where A. Schulman products are utilized include air intake manifolds, transmission filter housings, engine covers, radiator fans and shrouds, air management hoses, and shifter module housings.
The range of key performance requirements for powertrain applications include:
- Heat resistance
- High strength and stiffness
- Chemical/hydrolysis resistance
- Dimensional stability
- Low warpage
Chassis & Underbody
A. Schulman brings its expertise in a variety of engineering thermoplastics to the chassis/underbody space on the vehicle. Use of structural, impact resistant thermoplastics offer our customers significant potential for component consolidation, weight reduction, and cost reduction.
Chassis and underbody applications where A. Schulman products can be used include chassis modules, fuel carbon canisters, structural brackets, front end modules, and sound/acoustic tuning modules.
The range of key performance requirements for chassis/underbody applications include:
- High strength and stiffness
- High impact strength
- Chemical/hydrolysis resistance
- Dimensional stability
- Low warpage
Electrical & Electronic
A. Schulman provides tailor made engineering solutions for demanding design and performance issues. Our broad portfolio of engineering thermoplastics can assist you in the electrical and electronics space of the vehicle. Standard and flame retardant solutions are available in a variety of polymers, including PP, nylon, and polyester.
Electrical and electronic applications where A. Schulman products can be used include actuator housings, battery cables, electrical connectors, fuse/relay/junction boxes, plugs/terminals, and seals.
The range of key performance requirements for chassis/underbody applications include:
- Flame retardancy
- High strength and stiffness
- Dimensional stability
- Low warpage
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