How can we reduce the weight of different vehicles?
Amorim Cork Solutions has launched Bio Based Panel, an innovative cork solution to meet the constant challenges imposed by the industry.
Core for multilayer panels
How to choose the ideal core for multilayer panels for different vehicles
Choosing the core depends on the expected technical performance required for the panels, which can vary depending on the application.For several years, multilayer panels have played a crucial role in the mobility sector, establishing themselves as a versatile solution for the needs of various vehicle manufacturers (cars, buses, motorhomes, yachts, etc.). Composed of multiple layers of materials combined to maximize diverse properties, these panels effectively address the technical challenges of the industry, such as improving acoustic performance, thermal insulation, or reducing vehicle weight.
Multilayer panels allow for countless combinations of materials for the top, bottom, and core layers. The outer layers can range from metal, composites, wood, or even advanced polymers, depending on requirements for strength, aesthetics, or functionality. This flexibility enables the panels to be adapted for a wide range of mobility sector applications, including interior partitions, flooring, cabinets, and more.
Choosing the core depends on the expected technical performance required for the panels, which can vary depending on the application. The main factors to consider may include weight, stiffness, thermal and acoustic insulation, and sustainability.
To meet these market needs, Amorim Cork Solutions has developed two high-performance and sustainable product lines for multilayer panel cores: acoustic core materials (MAC range) and natural, lightweight materials (MNL range).
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Acoustic Core Materials (MAC)
The MAC range is designed to enhance the acoustic performance of panels, making them ideal for applications in vehicle interiors, flooring, walls, and ceilings. These materials, which combine cork with other circular economy materials, offer excellent thermal insulation and noise reduction while maintaining a lightweight profile. They are produced using bonding or infusion technologies, adapting to diverse technical and environmental requirements, including fire resistance.
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Natural and Lightweight Materials (MNL)
The MNL range focuses on reducing vehicle weight, contributing to energy efficiency and lowering environmental impact. Composed mainly of cork, these materials are used in floors, doors, and other structural components, combining lightness with durability.
These innovative solutions developed by Amorim Cork Solutions are essential for creating multilayer panels that meet varying performance, sustainability, and efficiency demands in the mobility sector.
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