Decoration of Natural Fiber Composites
Natural fiber composites are becoming increasingly important for vehicle development. They combine extreme stability with low weight and efficient manufacturing. Due to their low density and excellent mechanical properties, these materials are suitable for many automotive applications, such as door panels.
Decoration process
KURZ has developed a special decorative film that bonds with the natural fiber composite material to form a matrix under the influence of heat - in a very short period of time: A production cycle only takes about 65 seconds. How you benefit: You save time, costs, and CO2.
- The decorative film is placed on the non-woven natural fiber composite mat.
- The decor is melted into the NFPP by the temperature and pressure required for processing the NFPP and bonds to form a matrix.
- The resulting mat is then formed into the component.
Advantage of this process
- High stability of components
- Integration of reinforcements possible
- 25 - 40% lower component weight compared to pure plastic parts
- Production-ready process
- Short cycle times
- Component is recyclable
