ThyssenKrupp Engineered Blanks
Non-linear seams for greater individuality
ThyssenKrupp Engineered Blanks are tailored blanks with non-linear welds which allow varying, in part conflicting requirements on vehicle components to be met. For example, reinforcement areas of thicker sheet material within a blank can be reduced to the necessary minimum.
In this way, our engineered blanks can meet requirements for weight, strength, stiffness, forming behavior, crash performance and material utilization all at the same time.
Advantages of Tailored Engineered Blanks
In addition to the classic advantages of tailored products, engineered blanks offer the following advantages over tailored blanks with linear welds:
- greater weight-saving potential,
- greater cost-saving potential with regard to materials.