Thermoplastic Composites for Automotive & Industrial Applications

To meet stricter CO₂ emission standards, the automotive industry is adopting lightweight materials, with composites offering up to 70% weight savings over steel and 30% over aluminum. Toray’s advanced thermoplastic composites deliver high strength, stiffness, corrosion resistance, and rapid stamp-forming for efficient, low-waste production. These same properties make them ideal for industrial applications such as structural components for utility projects and other demanding environments, where durability, temperature stability, and impact resistance are critical. 




The advantages of Toray CFRT® composites in automotive

With over 20 years of experience supporting supercar and high-performance automotive markets, Toray is the ideal specialty program partner. Our portfolio focuses on advanced thermoplastic technology, including tooling materials, highly cosmetic surfacing, and structural solutions for chassis and body panels. These composites are strong, lightweight, and energy-efficient—reducing fuel consumption and paving the way for next-generation automobiles.

The Advantages of Toray CFRT® Composites in Industrial Applications

With proven performance in demanding industrial environments, Toray CFRT® composites are a trusted solution for sectors such as automation, fluid handling, and chemical processing. Our advanced thermoplastic materials offer exceptional strength, stiffness, and lightweight properties — enabling more efficient system designs and easier handling. Their rapid formability through stamp forming supports high-volume production, while built-in corrosion resistance, high temperature stability, and impact durability ensure long-term reliability in harsh operating conditions. Toray’s composites deliver the performance and versatility needed to meet the evolving demands of modern industrial systems.

Expanding into Utility Infrastructure

Toray PMC’s thermoplastic composites are also well-suited for the utility pole industry, where strength, durability, and environmental resilience are critical. Our materials can be used to manufacture components such as brackets, baseplates, and other structural fittings that must endure harsh outdoor conditions, including exposure to wildfires and hurricanes. With built-in fire retardancy, corrosion resistance, and high impact strength, Toray CFRT® composites offer a reliable alternative to traditional metal components — enabling easier installation, longer service life, and reduced maintenance in utility infrastructure applications.

Features of CFRT® for the Automotive and Industrial Markets

Toray is always investing in product development for the automotive and industrial market in order to stay on the cutting edge of product development. Our materials have the following properties:

Product Formats

Continually investing in product development, we have a portfolio of thermoplastic materials that have been developed specifically for use within footwear, sport, and recreation applications.

Resources

Biomechanics of the Foot

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Toray CFRT® Footwear Brochure

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Toray CFRT Thermoplastic Laminates in Footwear

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