In the rapidly evolving automotive industry, sustainability has become a key focus for manufacturers and suppliers alike. Kautex Textron, a global leader in automotive solutions, has taken significant strides in this direction with its Green+ product line. This program is designed to reduce the environmental impact of automotive components and promote a more sustainable future.
With its innovative Green+ products, Kautex is setting ambitious new standards for environmental responsibility. A minimum of 20% biomass materials or 25% recycled materials are used in Green+ products, ensuring an active contribution to a circular economy, as well as a decrease in dependence on virgin resources.
After the successful launch of the first Pentatonic serial product, Kautex is ready to take the next step: making its products even more sustainable. The thermoplastic components of these products can now contain up to an impressive 100% recycled material, leading to a percentage of up to 60% recycled material of the finished product. This remarkable achievement reduces CO2 equivalent emissions by up to 55% for a Pentatonic product and underscores a dedication to minimizing waste and maximizing the use of sustainable resources. By integrating such high levels of recycled content, Kautex is paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future in the automotive industry.
Kautex Green+ represents a significant step towards sustainable automotive solutions. By focusing on recycled and biomass materials, Kautex is leading the way towards a greener future. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, initiatives like Green+ will be crucial in shaping a more sustainable world. Click here to learn more about Pentatonic.
About Kautex
At Kautex, we are driving the future. As a Tier One automotive supplier with more than 30 plants in 13 countries, Kautex designs, develops and manufactures traditional and hybrid fuel systems, advanced cleaning solutions for assisted and autonomous driving, engine camshafts and plastic industrial packaging solutions. A pioneer in the design and manufacture of automotive plastic fuel systems, Kautex is expanding its portfolio to offer smart products and data-driven services to our customers, including thermoplastic composite and composite-metal hybrid battery systems. From a lightweight battery system to a hybrid fuel system to autonomous drive vehicle cleaning systems, Kautex is committed to pioneering solutions for the era of new mobility.
Our employees are part of a global community committed to solving customer needs, leveraging diverse skillsets, making sustainability a differentiator, embracing the diversity that is part of a global, multi-industry leader and creating an environment where employees can build a dynamic career. Together, we are reimagining the future of mobility.
About Textron Inc.
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, and Textron Systems. For more information, visit: www.textron.com
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- Boris Meisterjahn
- Senior Manager Sales Battery System Global
- boris.meisterjahn@kautex.com