Visteon Develops Process for a Next-Generation Cockpit

Visteon Develops Process for a Next-Generation Cockpit

    FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 12 Visteon Corporation
today introduced Visteon Laminate Insert Moulding (VLIM), a unique,
cost-effective process for producing integrated cockpits that helps improve
fuel economy.  The process enables Visteon to deliver lighter, softer, 100
percent recyclable products to automotive customers.
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    VLIM is a process during which a pre-formed laminate skin is inserted into
a horizontal moulding press before the injection cycle.  Available in the 2002
model year, the resulting product is an attractive, one-piece molded
polypropylene instrument panel skin with selective soft touch zones.  This
process allows Visteon to build cockpits while integrating smaller components
to help reduce weight and improve fuel economy.  VLIM is constructed using a
single-family chemical system (Olefin), resulting in the molded skin being
fully recyclable.
    "We're very excited about this new manufacturing process," said Tom Burke,
Visteon's Vice President, European Operations.  "VLIM will allow us to provide
our customers with flexible interior panels that are softer, lighter,
recyclable and allow for two-tone and multiple grains/textures."
    Visteon Corporation is a leading full-service supplier that delivers
consumer-driven technology solutions to automotive manufacturers worldwide and
through multiple channels within the global automotive aftermarket.  Visteon
has about 80,000 employees and a global delivery system of more than 130
technical, manufacturing, sales, and service facilities located in 25
countries.

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