Sumitomo Bakelite Begins Production of Phenolic Molding Compounds for Disc Brake Caliper Pistons

Tokyo, Feb 2, 2007 (JCN) - Sumitomo Bakelite announced February 1 the production start of Phenolic molding compounds for disc brake caliper pistons at its Sumitomo Bakelite (Suzhou) location in China.

Phenolic molding compounds developed by the Sumitomo Bakelite Group have great advantages such as superior heat insulation, high mechanical strength, weight reduction, and corrosion resistance with an overall price performance.

The Sumitomo Bakelite Group, who originated the Phenolic disc brake caliper piston applications, has been making Phenolic molding compounds for disc brake caliper pistons since the early 1970s and has the largest market share in the world.

The start of production of Phenolic molding compounds for disc brake caliper pistons in Suzhou addresses to our customer's local supply needs for the automotive market in China.

By Chris Lui, JCN Staff Writer