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Powersport manufacturers are continuing to drive improved safety and environmental performance, while consumers demand unique and stylish features. As a result, windshields are increasingly designed as spherical 3D shapes.
Other high performance requirements include impact and chemical resistance, colorability, UV resistance and weatherability, and processability. Here, LEXAN™ SLX, GELOY™, XENOY™, LEXAN EXL™, NORYL™ and CYCOLOY™ resins can help achieve the distinctive styling that spells commercial success.
PERFORMANCE CONSIDERATIONS:
- DOT/FMVSS compliance
- Abrasion resistance
- Impact resistance, including cold weather
- Weight reduction
- Optical quality
- Design freedom
- Chemical resistance
- Conductivity
POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS:
- Flat windshields
- Formed windscreens
- Roof systems/sky lights
- Side, back and door glazing
- Body panels – Hoods, doors and bumpers
- Accessories - saddlebags