LIGHTER WEIGHT, HIGHER STRENGTH, RECYCLABLE PANELS FOR AUTO INTERIORS
MARKET OPPORTUNITY
The auto industry uses resin infused glass or natural fiber composite (NFC) prepregs to mold 3D interior trim components such as door panels, seat backs and package trays.
PRODUCT ADVANTAGES
INCA has developed a new methodology to produce prepregs from a multi-layered mat of hemp and polypropylene fiber. The product reduces the amount of resin required, reducing weight, lowering costs and improving strength. INCA will be the first company to be able to recycle these parts back into new products on its own production line.
PARTNER
INCA is engaged in a joint development agreement with Toyota North America to commercialize this product for their electric vehicle program.
INCA PrePregs™ LifeCycle Analysis
UNMATCHED SUSTAINABILITY
27%
less carbon emissions
Zero
VOC emissions
30%
less waste production
68%
less water consumption
INCA PREPREGS™ VS. NFC NON-WOVENS
We are very close to finally put into production a North American grown natural fiber product...
"The hemp fiber composite mats developed by your team are showcasing superior specific properties compared to existing competitors in the market. This advantage will not only enhance performance in various applications but also reinforce the credibility of hemp as a versatile and eco-friendly material."
SCOTT OPPLIGER
Principal Engineer
Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Research & Development
Protects our land and marine ecosystems
Natural Fiber-based Composites Near Commercialization in Auto Sector
INCA will purchase hemp biomass from farmers, refine the renewable resource, and produce advanced composites for the automotive and other industries. Pictured from left to right: Paul Bullock, head of Canadian operations, INCA Renewtech; Jan Slaski, principal researcher, …
