Plastic and metal at a permanent  juncture

We offer a enormous experience in various joining processes. Our technology spectrum ranges from crimping to adhesive bonding to in-mold injection.

Which procedure you choose in the end depends on different factors: from the numbers of parts manufactured throughout the product life cycle, individual part geometry and the demanded functional requirements.

• Crimping/Bending
  Especially suitable for parts with visible edges.
  The joining of the plastic carrier part with the deep-drawn aluminum overlay is achieved by wrapping/forming the edge of the aluminium over edges of the plastic carrier - a process we call "crimping".
• Adhesive bonding
  Especially recommended with flat parts. The joining of the aluminium and plastic is not visible with this special adhesive technique. The joining of the plastic carrier part with the deep-drawn aluminum overlay is achieved by the application of a bonding component between the plastic and metal.
• In-mold injection/In-mold decoration
  Especially suitable for parts which come into contact with people or other objects. In a first step the aluminum sheet is formed, then in a second step the plastic is injected into the aluminum mold.

• Improved form/fit
• Cost savings
• Realization of tighter radii