The aviation industry is on an increasing trend worldwide as the number of passengers in air transport continues to increase. That is why KYDEX®, produced by SEKISUI SPI (SEKISUI Polymer Innovations) from the US, is rapidly growing on its tailwind. No question, SPI was part of Aircraft Interiors Expo, the Rolls Royce of tradeshows for the aviation interiors industry. Over 20,000 people from all roles in the aviation interiors industry gathered for three days in Hamburg, Germany.
Aircraft Interiors Expo is the world’s leading event for airlines to source the latest innovations, technologies and products for the cabin interiors, inflight entertainment and passenger comfort industries.
SEKISUI SPI is a leading player in the aircrafts industry
Materials for interior products are in high demand, especially the premium seats in the business and first classes of aircrafts. The thermoplastic sheets used around the seats must be flame-resistant and durable, on top of offering comfort and high quality to satisfy the executive customers. In response to high-level requirements, KYDEX® currently boasts a record accomplishment of providing about 70% of premium seats on aircrafts around the world. Factors that gained a high market presence are, amongst others, the functionality and the colour variations they offer for the different customer needs.
The stand was clearly visible
The design was inspired by the look and principles of the Bauhaus movement from the early 20th century, which celebrates manufacturing excellence: clean lines, form following function, and craftsmanship. The stand layout was a series of areas featuring the products and capabilities of SEKISUI SPI – plus featured SEKISUI products in the VIP meeting room.
SEKISUI SPI: Sheet Business in perfection
The thermoplastic sheet is a plastic material in sheet form that transforms its shape by heating. Formed by vacuum or compressed air using an inexpensive mold, it goes through a cutting process to get the shape required for the final product. It is now used instead of injection molding, that requires an expensive metal cast for high-mix low volume products and large molded products. SPI (SEKISUI Polymer Innovations) possesses two thermoplastic sheet brands, KYDEX® and ALLEN®, due to the difference in materials. Especially KYDEX® is highly appreciated for its excellent formability and color variations.
The latest inventions by SEKISUI SPI (SEKISUI Polymer Innovations)
appLab™
Expo guests got the first glimpse of the newest addition to SEKISUI SPI’s innovation centers. Opening in fall 2018, appLab™ is a dedicated 745 square meter innovation space with resources focused on exploration and product ideation.
designLab™
The SEKISUI SPI designLab™ is where art and science combine in a collaboration space for industry thought leaders to develop an ever deeper understanding of colour and design.
FSTLab™
In the FSTLab™, suppliers, engineers, processors, and end-users collaborate with research, development, and design teams on new fire-resistant technologies and materials while shortening the product development cycle.
KYDEX® Lumina™ release
Manufactured with Infused Imaging™ technology, KYDEX® Lumina™ shines as privacy screens, class dividers, galley and bar space accents, light diffusers, backlit décor, and more. Moving beyond traditional translucent materials, this specialty thermoplastic selectively allows light to pass through the material, creating silhouettes. KYDEX® Lumina™ was made possible by leveraging SEKISUI’s research and development resources from around the world, and focusing on SEKISUI’s culture of continuous improvement. KYDEX® Lumina™ can spark expanded design options in commercial aviation interiors, giving designers additional opportunities to stylize and highlight their creativity.
The VIP room featuring Sekisui Chemical story and products
The VIP room featuring Sekisui Chemical story and products
Did you know that the sheet business of SEKISUI Polymer Innovations (SPI) is featured in the latest SEKISUI Group Magazine? Grab your issue and have a look!
