Electrostatic Flocking of Automotive Profiles

The angular corners of a profile frame are a good candidate for electrostatic flocking. Once flocked, the profile's angular corner areas lie horizontally. Laterally, the longer ends of the profile hang free. The process of flocked profiles includes stretching the profiles on a carousel-shaped processing line. Afterwards, the profiles are passed sequentially through a spray booth, a climate cabin equipped with a flocking device, and a supply station.

The process of flocking requires about two meters of space, less than that required for the standard procedure. It offers a uniform floc quality throughout the profile without limiting the cross-linking time. It also increases the extrusion speed, since the process requires only a small amount of space. So, you can get more flocked profiles for your money. And if you are looking to reduce the so-called cost of quality, flocking is a great option.

Electrostatic flocking of rubber profiles has become an important technology in the automotive industry. These profiles are used in car doors, sunroofs, windows, and windshields, and provide superior sealing against surfaces that require low force. It is the only process that allows the manufacturer to achieve this degree of precision and consistency. It is also highly cost-effective. Aside from its aesthetic benefits, Flocked profiles are also a great option for high-quality automotive glass.

This type of flocking has a number of benefits that other coating methods cannot match. Its unique ability to improve performance and increase value has led many automotive companies to attempt to eliminate it. However, flocking offers a highly effective solution for window seals and other automotive applications. Flocked fibers are applied perpendicular to the surface of a profile and create a soft velvet feel. Rubber profiles are primarily flocked with nylon and polyester fibers.

Another advantage of flocking EPMD and TPU to rubber profiles is that they reduce friction. Because flocking rubber profiles is not a traditional flocking process, it reduces the footprint of the rubber profile extrusion line. Additionally, it also eliminates the need for a flocking chamber and the need for additional labor and maintenance. It also reduces the cost of the rubber profile extrusion line, which is another benefit. The process can also be automated and minimized by introducing additional olefinic elements into the base.

One method of flocked corners is karussellformig, which involves wrapping a curved lane with a karussellformig, and then passing the profile through different stations. In some cases, this can be combined with a frame that has angled corners. Once the process is complete, the new flocked profiles are ready to use. Then, the angled corners are trimmed as desired. If desired, the flocked profiles are trimmed according to the frame's desired size.