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APLIX AUTOMOTIVE Fastening Systems for Overhead Applications Moving forward with APLIX
A P L I XAUTOMOTIVE Fastening Systems for Overhead Applications
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Sunroof cassette and headliners equipped with self-gripping fastenersat strategic locations. APLIX has designed and engineeredtwo innovative systems for fastening headlinersto sunroof cassettes.
FASTENING SYSTEMSFOR OVERHEAD APPLICATIONS
aplix® 800texturized loop :
elements positionedonto the headliner.
aplix® 224 Hook :aggressive grippingelements positionedon the sunroof cassette.
Hook & LoopFastening SystemAPLIX has developed a unique hook & loop fastening system to replace magnets and bird beak push pins.Both components are mated without effortand generate high tension strength.
aplix® 800 texturized loop elements positioned onto the sunroof rails.
inter-mold® hooks moldeddirectly on the trim ring
during the injectionmolding phase.
Trim Ring SystemTo replace steel trim rings and traditional fasteners,APLIX introduces plastic trim rings with integratedhook fi elds through the use of inter-mold® hooktechnology. Full plastic trim rings or brackets can be designed to incorporate inter-mold® hook fi elds thatwill allow the headliner to attach to the sunroofcassette utilizing mating aplix® loop components.
“Today, an increasing number
of OEMs rely onthe innovation of APLIX hook & loop systems.”
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Productivity gains• Reduces assembly cycle time. • No labor needed to position fastening
components on trim rings.
Weight reduction• Plactic vs steel trim rings.
Lower material costs • Replaces magnets, birds beaks, steel brackets. • No need for bezels.
Improved ergonomics• Light pressure needed for
hook and loop engagement.
Repairs made easier• Hook and loop is easy to disengage.
Ease of Recycling
Advantages
For Europe, Middle East, Africa : APLIX S.A.
Z.A. Les Relandières - Rd 723
44850 - Le CeLLIeR - FRAnCe
tel : +33 (0)2 28 22 00 00 - Fax : +33 (0)2 28 22 01 09
Your contact for automotive fastening products
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For North and South America :APLIX INC. Detroit Office
30233 southfield Road, suite 116
sOUtHFIeLd, MI 48076
tel : (248) 647 6300 – Fax : (248) 647 6368
For Asia :APLIX (HONG KONG) LTD.
Amiata Industrial Building – 32/F Flat B
58-64 Lei Muk Road
new territories – HOng KOng
tel : (852) 2423 1151 – Fax : (852) 2489 2218
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APLIX is the hook and loop fastening system specialist committed to providing innovative products that meet customer needs in the hygiene, automotive, aircraft, packaging and other selected industries.
