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Dash Panel Upper
Battery Tray Assembly
Battery Tray System
ABS/ESP Bracket
Battery Tray System

Challenge

Part needed to hold a heavy filter and filter protector

Arkal Objectives

To convert the part from metal to plastic
To reduce number of parts
To provide cost and overall savings

Arkal Solution & Advantages

New design based on FEA load analysis for PP with 40% glass fibers
  • Reduced weight of the tray by 2 Kg
  • Improved reinforcement and impact resistance
  • Allowed bracketing for electrical and other components: solar filter, harness attachment, fuse and relay box, GPC – glow plug
  • Eliminated parts and consolidated system: one plastic part replaced three metal welded parts

Arkal Achievement

√  80% overall weight savings    
√  40% overall cost savings