Wihag Fahrzeugbausysteme has introduced a new box kit for light trucks, designed to save weight while better meeting environmental standards. The system is based on a specially developed panel made of polypropylene foam with a glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene top layer. According to the manufacturer, this material combination improves the CO2 balance of the vehicles and enables a closed material cycle.
According to the information, the new panel offers an ecological alternative to classic solutions with a fiberglass-reinforced plastic
top layer. The composite is fully recyclable, contributing to the circular economy.
"With this material, we are taking a decisive step towards a circular economy and making an important contribution to reducing CO2 emissions - both in the production and operation of the vehicles," said Willi Giesbrecht, managing director of the company, in a press release.
In addition to environmental friendliness, Wihag highlights other advantages of the new product. The low weight of the panels can reduce fuel
consumption. At the same time, the material is particularly impact-resistant and durable. The connection between the core and the top layer does not require adhesives. This not only reduces resource consumption in production but also facilitates later recycling.
Another advantage of the new box kit concerns compliance with the EU's CO2 requirements. The reduced vehicle weight positively affects the calculation of Vecto values, which play a role in evaluating the CO2 emissions of new commercial vehicles. For transport
companies, this can be a factor in meeting regulatory requirements.
The new box kit is now available. The design can be flexibly adapted to different vehicle types. With this, the company aims to offer a solution focused not only on sustainability but also on practical applicability in daily transport operations.
Wihag Fahrzeugbausysteme, based in Bielefeld, develops lightweight solutions for commercial vehicles. According to the company, the focus is on durable, efficient, and resource-saving components for road freight transport.
