Automotive 

Automotive air-conditioning systems need special attention to uphold their performance and to ensure their safe operation. Solvokane^® and Solkane^®134a help to keep A/C systems in good shape in order to deliver the highest cooling performance.

The Nocolok^® Flux brazing technology is the industry standard for the production of aluminium heat exchangers and other components. Brazed heat exchangers have been the technology of choice for the automotive industry for the past 30 years.

By using advanced technologies developed in recent years, flat glass produced with SODASOLVAY^® is increasingly applied within integral structures of vehicles. The flat glass provides a range of functionalities in addition to the basic safety advantages lamination and tempering.

Solvay Fluor provides the automotive aftermarket with high quality products, approved by OEMs and TIER I suppliers. Our products are not only found in original spare parts but also in validated and approved service products such as cleaning agents or refrigerants.

Automotive coating needs to exhibit excellent quality and durability throughout its service life. In addition to the aesthetic aspect, automotive coatings have to guarantee excellent mechanical properties in order to extend the functional duration and protect automobiles from scratches and damage through environment or chemical exposure.

The thermal stability of synthetic calcium fluoride results in brake pads that are quiet, safe and more durable.

Fluorinated acids, alcohols as well as our ketones all have excellent solvent properties. These compounds are used as solvents in chemical reactions, effluents in chromatographic separations and as solvents in polymer applications.

Treating the inside surface of polyethylene fuel tanks with fluorine greatly reduces the permeation of hydrocarbons. Polyethylene fuel tanks, without treatment, are relatively permeable to gasoline.

Solvay supplies the full range of foam blowing agents for polyurethane foam and extruded polystyrene foam. The foam blowing agents are liquids or liquefied gases and evaporate during the foam’s expansion process. They are also used in the production of structural thermoplastic foams, polyolefins, PVC and PS.

Transport refrigeration secures one of the basics needs of mankind. It enables the transportation and storage of food where it is needed, far away from its origin. High performing and safe Solkane^® refrigerants and foam blowing agents guarantee that products remain fresh and unspoiled on arrival at their destination.

Severe weather conditions put people and traffic at risk every winter. To face these kind of issues, Solvay markets Calcium Chloride CASO^® for winter road treatment to keep roads safe and traffic moving. CASO^® is also used for safety in coal mining and against dust formation on roads, tennis courts and in riding stables.

Ground Sulphur is a key element in the vulcanization process. A homogeneous mixture is essential for this process, so the very fine ground Solvay Sulphur is used in the blending process. Solvay offers a wide range of different grades meeting the specific requirements of tire producers.