Injection molded PP front-end module weighs 30% less. (Polymers/Ceramics).

An automotive front-end module that is 30% lighter than the conventional structure has reportedly been developed by Denso Corp., Southfield, Mich., and Daihatsu Motor Co. Ltd., Japan. The module contains the carrier, radiator, electric fan, and condenser for the air conditioner, intercooler, and air cooler. The carrier is made of polypropylene (PP) material reinforced with long glass fibers. Denso invented an injection molding machine to fabricate the structure. After delivery, Daihatsu will affix the ...