ASSESSMENT OF ALTERNATIVE SURFACE MODIFICATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR IMPROVED ADHESION OF COATINGS AND ADHESIVES TO AUTOMOTIVE POLYOLEFINS
Journal Title: Journal of Machine Construction and Maintenance - Year 2018, Vol 108, Issue 1
Abstract
Thermoplastic olefins (TPO’s) are important materials for the manufacture of exterior and interior automotive components due to their low cost, reduced specific density in comparison with other types of plastics, easy processing, and 100% recyclability. Nano-composites with TPO matrix additionally offer significant gains in strength and impact resistance due to excellent interfacial reinforcement effect, a high modulus of elasticity, and the matrix ductility. Typical automotive products made of standard TPO’s and PP-based nanocomposites include: bumper bars, protective bodyside mouldings, exterior and interior cladding, e.g., door trim panels, instrument panels, gearbox console and seat structure components. One of key drawbacks of TPO’s is their chemical inertness. This necessitates priming or appropriate surface treatment to enable the assembly of products through adhesive bonding and to facilitate adequate adhesion of paints, sealants, or other functional and decorative materials. Considering the above, the objective of this paper is two-fold: (1) To investigate and assess a range of processes for enhancing adhesion of TPO’s, e.g., flame treatment, chlorinated polyolefin (CPO) primers and a proprietary surface engineering process (SICORä) of TPO’s and other plastics and assess their suitability for a range of applications in automotive products, and (2) To demonstrate practical examples of the use of SICORä process for adhesion control in the automotive industry.
Authors and Affiliations
Wojciech S. GUTOWSKI, Con FILIPPOU, Sheng LI
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