Structural-foam inserts

    Dec. 8, 2005
    Betafoam structural-foam inserts (SFIs) improve vehicle body stiffness and handling performance, according to the manufacturer.

    They nest seamlessly into sheet-metal cavities. The polyurethane SFIs are molded into preformed geometries and, when cured, are overmolded with Betamate structural adhesive using resin-transfer molding. The epoxy adhesive expands, rigidly bonding foam parts to the surrounding steel structure during thermal processing.

    Dow Automotive, 1250 Harmon Rd., Auburn Hills, MI 48326, (248) 391-6300, www.automotive.dow.com

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