Lighter and Stronger Vehicles Start with Sika
Bonding of trim parts directly on the assembly line has opened new possibilities for car body design, while also simplifying and streamlining assembly processes. Sika offers a full range of adhesive and sealant technologies for trim parts assembly especially suited to the challenges presented; Sikaflex® 1C and SikaForce® 2C polyurethanes, hybrid technologies including silane terminated polymers and our proprietary Purform® product family.
Typical applications include sealing and bonding of spoilers, antennas, bumpers, tailgates, side-panels, and even roof rails. Potential applications are only limited by the designers’ imaginations. Of special interest for these products is the drive to reduce body weight, which has led to greater use of alternative materials for assemblies including aluminum, plastics, and composites, as well as thinner metal panels.
Our well-known, low modulus Sikaflex® adhesives, specifically introduced for bonding very thin metal panels, without introducing typical readthrough effects common to adhesive materials. Sikaflex® leverages the full advantages of our patented Purform® prepolymer base, providing consistent performance over the wide operating temperature range.
Applications
- Multiple assembly operations in trim parts bonding
- Ideal for application on thin metal panels (DVD, Headliner)
- Anti-flutter bonding applications, panel to frame, panel to panel
- Wide range of sealing applications in assembly operations
Benefits
- Greater freedom in car body design and assembly techniques
- Products directly applicable to weight reduction strategies
- Excellent and constant performance
