Publication: Nov 28, 2024 Last updated: Jun 12, 2025

Moving Ahead in Car Pedal Manufacturing 


Our THERMOLAST® K excels in the automotive industry thanks to its exceptional properties designed for high-performance use.

KRAIBURG TPE Moves Ahead in Car Pedal Manufacturing with Innovatory TPE Solutions
KRAIBURG TPE, the global manufacturer of Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) materials, is moving ahead in advanced automotive applications with its innovative TPE materials specifically designed for car pedal manufacturing. Combining cutting-edge technology with sustainability, KRAIBURG TPE is transforming how automotive components are designed and produced.

Material Advantages that Drive Performance
Our THERMOLAST® K excels in the automotive industry thanks to its exceptional properties designed for high-performance use.

This material provides many benefits specifically for automotive applications, including:

  • Adhesion to PP: Superior bonding capabilities enhance durability.
  • Soft Touch Surface: Provides a comfortable and pleasant user experience.
  • Optimized Mechanical Properties: Ensures excellent resistance to wear and tear.
  • Colorable: Customizable to fit specific brand aesthetics.
  • Controlled Emission and Odor: Safe for automotive interiors, maintaining air quality.
  • Halogen-Free: Complies with IEC 61249-2-21 standards, minimizing environmental impact.
  • In-Process Recycling Possible: Supports sustainable manufacturing practices.
  • Flexible Processing Methods: Suitable for injection molding and extrusion.


THERMOLAST® K is perfect for a wide range of automotive applications, including car mats, handles (for tools, power tools, adjustment levers, etc.), air guide elements, air flap control systems, seals for housings, fasteners, cable clips, bumpers and joint sealing.

KRAIBURG TPE Quick Facts
 

  • Founded in 2001 as an independent business unit of the KRAIBURG Group 
  • HQ & Production Site: Waldkraiburg / Germany
  • Regional HQ & Production site: Kuala Lumpur / Malaysia, Atlanta / USA
  • Products: Thermoplastic Elastomer Compounds
  • Brands: THERMOLAST®, COPEC®, HIPEX®, and For Tec E®
  • Markets: EMEA, APAC, Americas
  • Employees: 660

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