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process
Aluminum in-mold
application
Cadillac STS
challenge
• Manufacture durable sill plate with a premium look
solution
Brushed and bright aluminum are combined in the sill plate creating a refined look. The brushed background contrasts with bright aluminum graphics which are debossed. Recessing the graphics helps to protect the logo from the normal wear and tear of a sill plate. To further protect the metal surface, the entire aluminum trim piece is recessed in a molded plastic surround. The sill plate is manufactured using the aluminum in-mold process which creates one integrated part eliminating steps in assembly. The aluminum in-mold process also results in a metal trim piece with superior dent resistance. |