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Visit Us at Fakuma 2026
From 12 to 16 October 2026, we will be exhibiting with our own stand at Fakuma in Friedrichshafen — Hall 4, Stand 4116. We look forward to meeting you in person! Still need an admission ticket? Simply get in touch with your PiO contact.
Get in Touch →Piolen® Soft — PP-GF with Soft Surface
Piolen® Soft is a PP glass fibre compound with a high-quality soft surface combined with very good mechanics. GF content 15–30%. Saves elaborate 2K processes or coatings — a single processing step is enough.
To Piolen® Compounds →
ISCC PLUS Certification Renewed
PiO Kunststoffe has once again been certified to ISCC PLUS. The certificate confirms our expertise in handling sustainable plastics from SABIC®'s TRUCIRCLE™ portfolio.
ISCC PLUS Certificate (PDF) →
New Distribution: EKOCHEM TPE from Ekochem
As of now, we represent the FLEXOCHEM brand from manufacturer EKOCHEM. FLEXOCHEM TPEs combine high flexibility, durability and excellent processability. Specifically developed for adhesion to PP and PE — hardness grades from 15 to 95 ShA, UV-resistant, PVC-free.
More on EKOCHEM TPE →SABIC® PP Flame Retardant — New Grades for E&E and Automotive
New halogen-free flame-retardant PP grades — high-flow, UL94-V0, specifically for E&E and e-mobility. All grades with Yellow Card and UL94 listing.
| Type | Composition | UL94 |
|---|---|---|
| SABIC® PPc H1015 | PP Compound 15% GF | V0 from 3.0 mm |
| SABIC® PPc H1025 | PP Compound 25% GF | V0 from 1.5 mm |
| SABIC® PPc H1030 | PP Compound 30% GF | V0 from 1.5 mm |
| STAMAX™ 30YH515 | PP Compound 30% LGF | V0 from 1.5 mm |
| SABIC® PPc H1200 | PP Compound without GF | V0 in progress |
SABIC® PP-Foam — New Grades for Visible Automotive Interior Parts
The mineral-reinforced foam grades SABIC® PPc F9005, F9007 and F9015 enable foamed injection-moulded parts with consistently high surface quality — without streaking. Weight savings up to 15% CO₂ reduction.
Typical applications: door panels, seat and trunk trim, A/B/C/D pillar covers, centre consoles.
More on SABIC® Auto →SABIC® Automotive TRUCIRCLE™ — Compounds with Recyclate Content
The materials SABIC® PPcompound T5E-15T1020 (50% PCR/PIR), T2E-3320EH and T2E-19T1040 (25% PCR/PIR each) are part of the TRUCIRCLE™ portfolio. High flowability, thermally stable — suitable for HVAC systems in the passenger cabin.
More on TRUCIRCLE™ →