SINGAPORE, June 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- INEOS Styrolution, the world leader in styrenics, has been selected by Seoyon E-Hwa as the thermoplastic supplier for the front grill on Hyundai's new Kia K5, JFc model. Seoyon E-Hwa, a leading Tier 1 automotive molder headquartered in Korea, manufactures the front grills for Hyundai motor group (Dongfeng Yueda Kia) using one of INEOS Styrolution's specialty styrenic grades, Luran S 778T. Offering customer's design flexibility and lasting premium aesthetic value, this Luran S grade's excellent adhesion properties also make it an ideal substrate for decorative foils, such as those produced by KURZ*.
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The KURZ Group is a global leader in hot stamping and coating technology. KURZ develops and manufactures decorative and functional layers applied to carrier foils, stamping tools and machines for a large variety of applications for different industries. |
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Engineering Development Team, Seoyon E-Hwa: "As a supplier to one of Asia's most iconic automotive brands, it is imperative we have material suppliers we can partner with to provide the right solutions for our customers. Seoyon E-Hwa has that kind of partnership with INEOS Styrolution."
SungBeom Park, Asia Pacific Lead, Automotive, INEOS Styrolution: "Our team serving the automotive industry prides itself in working closely with customers to identify and develop the right solution for their application needs. We are very pleased that Hyundai and Seoyon E-Hwa have selected INEOS Styrolution for their front grill application."
About INEOS Styrolution
INEOS Styrolution is the leading, global styrenics supplier with a focus on styrene monomer, polystyrene, ABS Standard and styrenic specialties. With world-class production facilities and more than 85 years of experience, INEOS Styrolution helps its customers succeed by offering the best possible solution, designed to give them a competitive edge in their markets. The company provides styrenic applications for many everyday products across a broad range of industries, including automotive, electronics, household, construction, healthcare, toys/sports/leisure, and packaging. In 2015, sales were at 5 billion euros. INEOS Styrolution employs approximately 3,100 people and operates 15 production sites in nine countries.
More information: www.ineos-styrolution.com
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Hui Boon Kwa
Communications Manager Asia Pacific
INEOS Styrolution APAC Pte Ltd
111 Somerset Road
#08-01/02 TripleOne Somerset
Singapore 238164
Phone: +65 69338373
Email: huiboon.kwa@styrolution.com
Internet: www.ineos-styrolution.com