NORTHVILLE, Mich., Nov. 7, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Cooper
Standard (NYSE: CPS) has further expanded its portfolio
of sustainable innovations with a revolutionary new vehicle body
seal. The Company's FlexiCore™ Thermoplastic Body Seal provides a
groundbreaking way to seal a doorframe to the vehicle body by
replacing traditional metal carriers with a more eco-friendly,
fully recyclable lightweight plastic alternative without
compromising performance.
"As the global automotive sealing industry shifts to a more
competitive, sustainable and lighter weight industry, Cooper Standard recognizes the opportunity to
revolutionize vehicle body seals with a product that offers both
superior sustainability and performance benefits," said
Patrick Clark, president, Sealing
Systems and chief manufacturing officer, Cooper Standard. "By matching the requirements
of traditional body seals, we anticipate FlexiCore to be
a 'plug-and-play' product for our OEM customers that enables swift
adoption with minimal disruption."
Cooper Standard's FlexiCore body
seal offers an alternative to traditional EPDM seals containing
metal-based carriers that has existed for over 50 years with a
lightweight, flexible and sustainable solution made of 100 percent
TPV (thermoplastic vulcanizate) and PP
(polypropylene) materials. This enables a number of
differentiating attributes that include:
- Outstanding flexibility resulting in ease of assembly;
- Weight reduction of up to 44%;
- High retention performance;
- Reduced energy consumption in the manufacturing process;
- Fully recyclable; and
- Improved aesthetics with a consistent show surface.
"This product is the latest component of our sustainable product
portfolio journey and demonstrates our commitment to be
sustainability leaders in the global mobility markets," said
Clark.
In preparation for large-scale manufacturing, Cooper Standard has tested the ability to mass
produce FlexiCore through its internal i3 Innovation
process with success. Currently, Cooper
Standard is working closely with various OEMs across regions
to tailor this technology to specific vehicle requirements.
FlexiCore was also recently recognized as a 2025 Automotive News
PACE (Premier Automotive Suppliers' Contribution to
Excellence) Pilot Award finalist.
For more information, please visit:
https://www.cooperstandard.com/products/flexicore.
About Cooper
Standard
Cooper
Standard, headquartered in Northville, Mich., with
locations in 21 countries, is a leading global supplier of sealing
and fluid handling systems and components. Utilizing our materials
science and manufacturing expertise, we create innovative and
sustainable engineered solutions for diverse transportation and
industrial markets. Cooper
Standard's team of more than 22,000 team members (including
contingent workers) are at the heart of our success, continuously
improving our business and surrounding communities. Learn more
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Contact for Media:
Chris Andrews
Cooper Standard
(248) 596-6217
CAndrews@cooperstandard.com
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