Teknor Apex has established an automotive industry programme capable of serving as a single source for manufacturers that use diverse types of plastics compounds. The programme is staffed by specialists in automotive applications for thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs), engineering thermoplastics (ETPs), and flexible vinyl. 
   
Steve McCormack, industry manager, Teknor Apex, said, "The Vinyl, TPE and ETP divisions have amassed years of experience in serving the automotive industry, including many OEM approvals and a wide array of applications. Now, for the first time we have a single team in place ready to supply the full range of Teknor Apex automotive compounds to the entire world marketplace."

The Engineering Thermoplastics Division offers a wide range of Beetle® and Chemlon® glass-reinforced, mineral-filled, impact-modified, and flame retardant nylon compounds that are used in under-hood, under-chassis, exterior and interior components. The Vinyls Division produces Apex® compounds that are mainstays in instrument panel skins; interior trim; seals and gaskets; window encapsulations; over-moulded levers, knobs, and grips; scuff plates; body side mouldings; and SAE wire jacketing.