A range of sustainable materials developed to help manufacturers reduce noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) in automotive vehicles has now been launched into new markets, including the maritime, rail and leisure vehicle industries.
The Ocean brand of materials is used to create acoustic products designed to improve acoustic absorption and provide an enhanced thermal barrier within interior walls and engine bays.
Ocean is manufactured by Nottinghamshire-based company Interflex which is best known for making products that reduce NVH in the automotive industry. Over the past couple of years, the company has focused on manufacturing sustainable products to ensure a greener supply chain.
Ocean is already approved for use at a major OEM and is now being rolled out inro other industries where the management of NVH is an issue.
One such sector is the UK rail industry where the material can be used to reduce noise, vibration and harshness in railway carriages and to enhance sound absorption in electric and diesel power units.
Ocean can also be used to enhance sound and thermal insulation between the inner and outer walls of leisure vehicles such as caravans and mobile homes. It can also provide an enhanced thermal barrier within interior walls and engine bays in boats and other seafaring vessels.
Creating a more sustainable supply chain
Ocean is lightweight, mouldable and made from 100% polyester, 80% of which is recycled materials (1kg being equivalent to 80 recycled plastic water bottles). It can also be recycled at the end of its life, making it a sustainable solution for diverse industries.
“We are excited to be launching this innovative new product for the rail, leisure and maritime industries which has already attracted significant interest from large manufacturers,” comments Jim Griffin, MD of Interflex. “Not only is Ocean a high-performance acoustic absorbent material, but its lightweight properties also make it ideal for manufacturers looking to reduce weight.”
For more information visit www.interflex2000.co.uk.