Technical challenges in components for

Automotive & Road Transport

Elastomer components for automotive and road transport operate under vibration and noise (NVH), high temperatures, contact with oils and fuels and millions of load cycles. They demand dynamic performance and durability.

Technical domains
Anti-vibration
Sealing
Extreme temperature
Durability
Chemical resistance
Common challenges
Comfort and NVH

Engine mounts and elements that control vibration and noise.

Oils and fuels

Resistance to vehicle oils, fuels and fluids.

Temperature

Performance at high temperatures and under thermal cycling.

Fatigue resistance

Parts subjected to millions of dynamic load cycles without cracking or loss of properties.

Rubber-to-metal bonding

Reliable vulcanisation to metal inserts and bushings.

Engineering solutions for the most demanding challenges

We co-develop components tailored to the operational, regulatory, and performance requirements of this sector. We work on a made-to-order basis, starting from each client's specific challenge.

Every project begins with a detailed needs analysis conducted by our technical team. From there, we develop the solution concept and move on to prototyping, validation, and manufacturing.

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Testing and validation
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Production and monitoring
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tECNICAL SOLUTIONS

Developed technical solutions

Each solution addresses a specific technical problem, with documented approaches and applications.

Anti-vibration engine mounts

Technical specifications

Mounts and dampers designed to absorb vibration and impact, contributing to the isolation between the various components or assemblies.

Technical challenges

High resistance to fatigue, compression, deformation and temperature variations, ensuring stability and durability.

Flexibility according to the specifications.

Applications

Cars, commercial vehicles, buses and heavy vehicles.

Typical applications

No items found.

Bellows

Technical specifications

Flexible elements for the protection, sealing and compensation of movement between components subject to displacement or oscillation.

Technical challenges

High resistance to repeated flexing, tearing, abrasion, oils, dust and temperature variations.

Applications

Steering, transmission, suspension, braking and other automotive mechanisms.

Typical applications

No items found.

Stops / buffers

Technical specifications

Elements designed to limit suspension travel and absorb impacts, contributing to the protection of components and to vehicle comfort.

Technical challenges

High resistance to impact, compression, fatigue, wear and temperature variations.

Applications

Automotive suspension, doors, bonnets, mounting systems and light, commercial and heavy vehicles.

Typical applications

No items found.

Silentblocks

Technical specifications

Mounts and dampers that allow controlled movement between components, reducing vibration, noise and the transmission of forces.

Various dimensions and configurations.

Technical challenges

Resistance to fatigue, deformation, ageing and temperature variations, retaining the elastomeric and metallurgical properties.

Applications

Suspension, steering, engine, transmission and vehicle linkage systems.

Typical applications

No items found.

Seals and gaskets for vehicles and road transport

Technical specifications

NBR or FKM (oils and fuels), EPDM (water and doors), silicone (temperature); standard and custom profiles.

Technical challenges

Ensure the tightness of engines, transmissions and vehicle systems, preventing leaks and the ingress of contaminants, in contact with oils, fuels, pressure and high temperatures.

Applications

Engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, air conditioning, doors and windows.

Typical applications

No items found.

Floor mats

Technical specifications

Manufacture of parts designed to protect the vehicle floor against wear, moisture, dirt and spills.

Technical challenges

High resistance to wear, abrasion, moisture, oils, dirt and temperature variations.

Applications

Cars, commercial vehicles, buses, industrial vehicles and transport equipment.

Typical applications

No items found.

Cardan couplings

Technical specifications

Flexible rubber elements, which may incorporate metal and/or textile inserts; NR, NBR, CR or polyurethane; compatible with various coupling types.

Technical challenges

Transmit torque even with shaft misalignment, absorbing vibration and compensating for angles, under continuous fatigue, torsion and dynamic loads.

Applications

Transmissions of cars, commercial and heavy vehicles and industrial machinery.

Typical applications

No items found.

Profiles

Technical specifications

EPDM, NR, NBR, CR or silicone; solid and hollow profiles, in cut lengths or continuous.

Technical challenges

Seal doors, windows, bonnets and compartments over long lengths, resisting ageing, abrasion, ozone, weathering and chemical agents.

Applications

Doors, windows, bonnets, bodywork, compartments and industrial equipment.

Typical applications

No items found.

Protective covers, caps and plugs

Technical specifications

Silicone, rubber, NBR or EPDM; custom-moulded covers, caps and protectors.

Technical challenges

Cover components to prevent the ingress of water, dust and contaminants, under impact, abrasion, oils, weathering and ageing.

Applications

Cars, commercial vehicles, mechanical components and electrical systems.

Typical applications

No items found.

Pads and supports

Technical specifications

Elements for supporting, positioning and securing components, which can also provide vibration isolation and take up clearances.

Technical challenges

Resistance to compression, dynamic loads, vibration, wear, temperature and ageing.

Applications

Suspension, engine and transmission systems, bodywork and industrial equipment.

Typical applications

No items found.

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