PolyOne, a leading supplier of specialty polymer materials, services and solutions, recently introduced Maxxam LO, a low-odor talc-filled polypropylene, specifically designed to meet the interior air quality of automotive interior HVAC applications ( VIAQ) Standard. New materials provide lower VOC emissions and consistently achieve odour test results per VDA 270.
Today, consumers associate car odors with harmful emissions, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and are increasingly focusing on VIAQ. Original equipment manufacturers feel the need to create a neutral odor inside. Maxxam LO can help To reduce harmful odor while still maintaining vehicle performance and aesthetics.
Different countries have begun to introduce regulations and guidelines for acceptable levels of chemical concentrations in automobiles. Chemical emission testing and reporting is now a requirement of most major automotive manufacturers. The Maxxam LO grade developed by PolyOne can be customized to achieve a wide range of physics. And mechanical properties to suit any vehicle specification. PolyOne's revenue in 2015 was $3.2 billion, creating value through collaboration, innovation and a strong commitment to excellence to meet the needs of customers in different industries around the world.
Jim, Director of Global Marketing for PolyOne Performance Products and Solutions, said: 'We are helping our customers respond to current trends with a low-odor product that can withstand the rigorous requirements of hood specifications. This new product emphasizes Our commitment to developing solutions for future automotive needs.