resin shortage
Emergency Summit Called by Automakers Bracing for Production Halt
An earthquake on March 31 caused an explosion at a Evonik Industries, a German manufacturing plant responsible for the largest supply of PA-12 resin, leading many automakers to wonder how it will affect immediate production. PA-12 is a key material used to manufacture parts like gas tanks and brake components. Last week we reported that…
Resin Shortage May Interrupt Automotive Production
A blast at an Evonik Industries chemical plant that occurred on March 31 is resulting in a shortage of a resin used to make fuel and brake components. The shortage in the PA-12 resin could cause an interruption of production for several automakers according to a letter written by TI Automotive chairman William Kozyra to…
