From car to car:
Real circular economy in vehicle construction
ELV requirements? No problem!
Vehicle parts made from 100% recycled plastic – now ready for series production
The automotive industry is facing major challenges: In the future, 25% post-consumer recyclates (PCR) must be used in vehicles, 25% of which must come from end-of-life vehicles, according to the EU Commission's proposal for the ELV*.
Many are looking for solutions – we already have them ready for series production.
Are you ready for the future?
White paper: From old car to new car.
How you can already meet the planned ELV requirements with recycled materials.
What you can expect in the white paper:
- Insight into the new ELV regulation and its impact on OEMs and suppliers
- Practical best practice examples from the automotive industry
- Solutions for how PCR plastics from end-of-life vehicles can be reused in new parts
- Facts and figures on the recycled material gap and how you can take countermeasures now
100% closed
Old car circuit
Our add-on console complies with the upcoming end-of-life vehicle regulation
We are setting new standards with our component. The add-on console consists of 100% post-consumer recyclate from end-of-life vehicles, which we process in our own compounding facility. This not only shows how we can close the loop, but also how the automotive industry can drastically improve its CO2 balance. Extensive testing ensures that the components meet the industry's stringent requirements. At the same time, we achieve a saving of 71% of greenhouse gas emissions compared to virgin material.
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Design4Recycling
Washing cap
CO2e-Footprint:
-77%
Material:
PP-T20 (PIR und PCR)
Our wash caps follow a closed material cycle system - from production to use to recycling. By using PIR and PCR, we reduce component density and locking force in injection molding. This means noticeably lower CO₂ emissions with optimum functionality. Eco-design makes sustainability visible and measurable.
END-OF-LIVE VEHICLE MATERIAL
Add-on console
CO2e-Footprint:
-71%
Material:
PP-EPDM (PCR from old car material)
Our top console is made entirely from recycled plastic from end-of-life vehicles - a real contribution to the circular economy. With 71% less CO₂e compared to new products, we are sending a strong signal for climate protection. At the same time, the console already meets the planned EU requirements for end-of-life vehicles. Sustainability meets future-proofing.
PCR USE
Holder sound generator
CO2e-Footprint:
-46%
Material:
PP GF30 (PCR)
What used to be packaging is now precision automotive components. By using PCR material, we reduce CO₂ emissions by 46% compared to virgin material. Thanks to precise material analyses, tailor-made recipes and strict quality controls, even sophisticated components such as sound generator holders meet all technical standards - with a significantly better environmental footprint.
PCR FOR VEHICLE INTERIOR
Holder shaft footwell
CO2e-Footprint:
soon
Material:
Interior PCR
coming soon
For the first time, we are successfully using PCR in series production for interior components. This allows us to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions while meeting the strictest quality and safety standards. The materials are emission-safe and meet the highest requirements in terms of feel, appearance and durability. Circular performance is our claim – sustainability as the new standard in the interior.
FAQ
Which recyclates are available for use in vehicles?
Post-consumer recyclates (PCR) from used products must be used to meet the requirements of the EU Commission's draft End-of-Life Vehicle Regulation (ELV). The main types of PCR available are polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) from packaging and PET from drinks bottles. Technical plastics are only available to a limited extent.
Which vehicle components can be made from recycled materials?
Various vehicle components made of PCR are conceivable, especially products outside the passenger compartment in the non-visible area. We already have experience with the use of PCR in holders and protective elements.
How does the processing of recyclates compare to virgin material?
The variety of recycled materials is significantly lower than that of virgin material. A PCR is usually a mixture of many different plastic types of one polymer. We specify each recyclate for use in vehicle components and record processing parameters that allow us to simulate the production of the component from the respective recyclate as early as the development phase.
How do products made from recycled materials compare to products made from virgin material?
The variety of plastic types within a PCR also determines the mechanical characteristics of the material and the subsequent component. We determine the mechanical parameters for each PCR, which enable us to design the product to meet the requirements of its requirement profile and the expected load.
What influence does the use of recyclates have on the greenhouse gas emissions of plastic components?
No primary raw materials are required for the production of recycled materials, meaning that these materials generally have a lower product carbon footprint (PCF) than the comparable virgin material. For our products, the PCF of the PCR variant is usually 30% or more lower than the PCF of the comparable virgin material variant.
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