Kraiburg TPE melds safety and sustainability from CCTVs to automotive

Security and sustainability have moved beyond industry buzzwords. Advanced material solutions from Kraiburg TPE, a global manufacturer of thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) and customised solutions for various industries, focus on combining safety and comfort with sustainability in end-user products while meeting the functional expectations of both manufacturers and consumers, from security imaging equipment to automotive applications.

How TPE enhances CCTV and imaging systems

CCTV and imaging systems rely on stable uptime to function effectively and prevent service gaps. While routine maintenance and monitoring are necessary, they may not be enough. To minimise disruptions, imaging system manufacturers are turning to material-level solutions. Owing to their material properties, utilising TPEs ensure surveillance components maintain consistent performance and reliability, even in challenging conditions.

Kraiburg TPE’s CS series delivers superior mechanical properties to ensure robust, reliable performance of surveillance cameras and imaging devices, day in and day out.

Material advantages for dependable uptime - The CS series TPEs possess optimised mechanical properties that offer advantages such as resistance to household chemicals, protection against UV exposure, heat tolerance up to 110°C, and compliance with the UL94 HB flammability standard. These properties ease maintenance, extend equipment lifespan, and reduce the risk of operational downtime.

Superior sealing for rings and gaskets – The CS series TPEs provide sealing efficiency and structural stability, making them suitable for components like sealing rings and gaskets in outdoor CCTV enclosures exposed to harsh environments. Their material properties provide effective dust and water resistance, which protects sensitive components from environmental damage.

Flexibility for secure cable connections - The CS series TPEs deliver the ideal flexibility and viscoelasticity needed to secure cable connections and grommets. This enhances the integrity of cable connections by providing effective strain relief, resisting mechanical cracking, and ensuring a consistent, airtight seal around cables, contributing to stable operation over time.

Soft-touch for optimised user handling - The CS Series TPEs render a soft-touch feel and better tactile response for buttons and handles on imaging devices, thus promoting user comfort, facilitating precise handling, and enabling intuitive operation.

Effective vibration controls - The CS Series TPEs, with their optimised compression set, provide effective vibration damping for imaging devices mounted on poles or ceilings. By absorbing shocks and buffering vibrations in cameras and surveillance equipment, these TPEs reduce stress on sensitive internal electronics and boost equipment reliability.

Seamless and efficient multi-material processing - The CS Series offers manufacturers a significant advantage through its excellent adhesion to polypropylene (PP), which enables efficient overmoulding and multi-component injection moulding and allows the creation of durable, complex components that fulfill customer specifications.

TPE seal technology tailored for security devices 

Public safety relies on effective screening devices to prevent threats and risks, especially in high-traffic areas like airports, government buildings, and public venues.

Trustworthiness of metal detectors, a must-have in modern security systems, rests on well-secured sealing components made with advanced materials like TPEs to protect internal electronics from dust, moisture, and mechanical wear—factors that can compromise accuracy and reliability. TPEs outperform traditional sealing materials like rubber and silicone by offering key benefits that boost efficiency and extend the equipment’s service life.

Kraiburg TPE’s Thermolast K series delivers superior sealing performance, with the added value of better processability, design flexibility, and resistance to harsh environments, making it a smart material choice for modern security technology.

Excellent adhesion to PC, ABS, PC/ABS, ASA, and SAN - Thermolast K enhances the fit, integrity, and performance of metal detector seals, housings, and covers through excellent adhesion to engineering plastics such as PC, ABS, PC/ABS, ASA, and SAN, further supporting the robust assembly and long-term durability required in security equipment applications.

Insert moulding capability - Thermolast K allows for insert moulding, a process in which TPE is moulded around pre-inserted components such as metal parts or connectors. This capability streamlines manufacturing, reduces assembly time, and minimises the risk of misalignment, resulting in more reliable and cost-effective production of metal detectors.

Controlled level of emissions and odour - The Thermolast K series can be engineered for low emissions and minimal odour, making it ideal for use in environments where air quality must be maintained. As a top-tier material solution, it helps control VOC levels and maintain a clean material profile, enabling manufacturers to meet regulations while enhancing user comfort and safety.

Soft touch, non-sticky surface - Thermolast K provides a soft-touch surface that enhances the haptic feel of contact areas such as grips, button covers, edges, and control interfaces, improving comfort and usability in handheld or portable metal detectors, especially during prolonged use. Its non-sticky, non-slip properties prevent dust or debris buildup, delivering a premium, non-tacky finish that stays clean and easy to handle.

Fully colourable to match design goals - Thermolast K can be custom-coloured to meet precise design specifications or effectively convey brand identity. Kraiburg TPE’s in-house colouring service offers manufacturers the flexibility to achieve visually consistent products tailored to their specific design needs.

Automotive: Ahead of the curve with Light Effect TPE

The electric vehicle (EV) sector continues to attract more fossil fuel vehicle users by adopting new technologies that enhance connectivity, improve energy efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions. As vehicle cabins become more intelligent and design-centric, Kraiburg TPE’s Light Effect TPE series offers advanced material solutions that seamlessly combine functionality with aesthetics.

With a low density of 0.89 g/cm³ and a Shore A hardness of 60, these compounds deliver excellent mouldability, flowability, and compatibility with multi-component injection moulding—enabling efficient, high-precision production.

Their robust mechanical properties, including a tensile strength of 10 MPa and elongation up to 700%, make them ideal for flexible, high-performance components such as sealing profiles, light guides, haptic surfaces, and soft-touch interior parts.

Additionally, their high light transmissibility supports sophisticated ambient and backlit lighting designs in dashboards, door trims, and center consoles—empowering automotive designers to create immersive and interactive in-cabin experiences.

Performance-driven, low-Emission TPEs for safer, more comfortable cabins - Light Effect TPE compounds are halogen-free and flame-retardant, complying with IEC 61249-2-21, and offer excellent UV and heat resistance—maintaining performance even under prolonged exposure and temperatures up to 85°C. They meet strict VOC and fogging regulations (VDA 278, VDA 270), improving in-cabin air quality and reducing odour for a healthier environment. Designed to support vehicle lightweighting, they help improve EV energy efficiency and range, while their vibration-damping properties minimise road and engine noise, enhancing overall driving comfort. From engineers to end users, Light Effect TPE delivers tangible value across the entire vehicle lifecycle.

Sustainability from the get-go

At KRAIBURG TPE, sustainability is at the heart of our innovation. Our portfolio features bio-based TPEs and compounds with post-consumer (PCR) and post-industrial (PIR) recycled content. Selected TPEs carry GRS and ISCC PLUS certifications. We also provide Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) data on request to support sustainability decisions.

We proudly earned the EcoVadis Gold Medal in 2025 and are committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning our goals with global climate action.

From reducing emissions to increasing circularity, our sustainable TPEs deliver dependable performance and are available worldwide to help meet your applications while advancing your sustainability goals. (Press Release)

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