Air intake manifold made of 100% recycled PA wins SPE award
Designed and manufactured by Marelli, an air intake manifold made with 100% Renycle, RadiciGroup’s engineering polymers obtained from recycled nylon, was recognized with the prestigious award in the Power Train category by the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) at the 22nd SPE Automotive Awards.
The awarded air intake manifold, and (from left to right) Erico Spini, Cesare Clausi and Giacomo Viscardi from RadiciGroup High Performance Polymers.
RadiciGroup supplies both PA6-FV and PA66-FV polymers for various engines of motor vehicles worldwide.
The material meets stringent performance requirements of air intake manifold, including high burst pressure, pressure pulsation and prolonged vibration tests subjected to thermal cycles, thermal shocks, etc.
In addition, noise vibration harshness (NVH) analysis was carried out to ensure acoustic performance.
The recycled material Renycle also maximize the environmental benefits. More than 70% reduction in CO2 emissions was resulted, measured according to the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology, compared to equivalent fossil source material.
“This award valorizes the work and commitment we put in every day to give shape to truly innovative and valuable projects. Moreover, it recognizes our teamwork with Marelli, our long-standing customer, that we have achieved by focusing on quality, reliability and durability,” commented Erico Spini, Global Marketing Director of RadiciGroup High Performance Polymers.
