BLOG | 21 November 2024
STAMAX™ Resin: Enabling Advances in Electric Vehicles
Author Insights from our Engineers at Bamberger Amco Polymers
The push for electric vehicles (EVs) is stronger today than ever, driven by the need for sustainable and efficient transportation solutions. SABIC, through its BLUEHERO™ initiative, is leading the charge in accelerating advances in the development of EVs by offering a comprehensive ecosystem of differentiated materials and design solutions that can help enhance safety, performance, and manufacturing efficiency.
As a leader in material distribution and support, Bamberger Amco Polymers is proud to partner with SABIC to ensure that manufacturers can leverage these innovative materials to their fullest potential.
Read on to discover more about how the EV industry benefits from SABIC’s STAMAX long glass fiber polypropylene resin and Bamberger Amco’s expertise and service.
The Role of SABIC’s STAMAX Resin in EV Innovation
STAMAX resin offers exceptional properties, including structural strength, flame retardancy, and superior electrical performance. Bamberger Amco Polymers plays a critical role in bringing these benefits to life by providing technical support and guidance to manufacturers. With our extensive knowledge and resources, customers can seamlessly integrate STAMAX resin into their production processes for optimal results and enhanced product performance.
In addition to these benefits, flame retardant STAMAX resin exceeds the flame retardancy (FR) performance of other thermoplastic materials in thermal runaway testing of EV batteries. In fact, SABIC has developed a series of STAMAX long-glass-filled PP materials that outperform even aluminum in the UL2596 thermal runaway testing. This makes them uniquely innovative in terms of their performance and safety.
SABIC is investing significantly in predictive engineering and tooling for large part feasibility studies aimed at replacing nylon, aluminum, aerogel, and mica in automotive applications.
SABIC's predictive engineering tools and expertise are deployed in close collaboration with OEM and Tier 1 partners, allowing for detailed simulations and feasibility analyses that guide application development. By working directly with OEM and Tier 1 customers, SABIC ensures that STAMAX resin and the entire portfolio developed under BLUEHERO are optimized for real-world applications, making them a leading choice in the EV market.
Moreover, SABIC has invested in hard tooling to injection mold STAMAX resin in a prototype battery tray and cover, based on a current production design, to validate metal replacement feasibility and the value of thermoplastics. By demonstrating large-part molding, dimensional control, and functional performance in actual vehicles, SABIC goes beyond conceptual design and predictive engineering to offer customers “proof of concept” in a manner unmatched by competitors.
Key Benefits of STAMAX Resin for EVs
Future Developments in SABIC Specialties Resins for EVs
As the electric vehicle market continues to grow, SABIC is committed to leading the way in developing advanced resins and compounds that meet and exceed evolving safety and regulatory requirements. SABIC is poised to introduce new materials that address the latest demands in the industry, and Bamberger Amco Polymers is dedicated to supporting these advancements by providing customers with cutting-edge solutions and expert guidance throughout the material selection and implementation process.
BLUEHERO™ Initiative
In addition to the benefits mentioned above, SABIC’s BLUEHERO initiative is a comprehensive effort to collaborate with industry to make advances in the development of electric vehicles and help support a cleaner, more sustainable future. BLUEHERO encompasses an ecosystem of materials, solutions, and expertise designed to address the key challenges in the EV industry, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing vehicle safety, and improving overall performance.
Bamberger Amco Polymers is proud to align with the goals of the BLUEHERO initiative. As a trusted partner, Bamberger Amco Polymers supports these initiatives by distributing SABIC’s innovative materials, including advanced STAMAX resins. By providing technical support, material selection guidance, and extensive industry expertise, Bamberger Amco Polymers helps manufacturers implement solutions available under BLUEHERO effectively. This partnership ensures that customers not only benefit from SABIC’s cutting-edge technologies but also receive the dedicated support needed to drive innovation and sustainability in their EV projects.
