Akulon Fuel Lock

Brand Information

Akulon® Fuel Lock

Akulon® Fuel Lock is a PA6 material specifically developed and launched in 2011 in response to new legislation for small off-road equipment. This legislation aimed to promote eco-friendly products and enforce stricter emissions regulations, necessitating a material that could meet these industry requirements.

Envalior addressed the industry's evolving needs by providing a material capable of replacing HDPE, commonly used in small engine fuel tanks.

Key Benefits of Akulon® Fuel Lock:

• Mouldable at thin wall sections while still meeting regulations

• Sustainable option by avoiding fluorination, typically used as a barrier technology in HDPE products**

• Exceptional impact resistance at low temperatures

• Thin wall sections reduce part weight and can increase fuel capacity

• Compatible with standard processing equipment