Frequently Asked Questions & Answers
1. What manufacturing methods does National offer?
We offer several established manufacturing processes, including:
• Plastic injection molding
• Plastic extrusion
• Textile compression molding (cold and hot forming)
• Cleanroom manufacturing for sensitive applications
• Lamination
• Punching
• Waterjet cutting
• Digital cutting
2. What type of articles are common in Nationals production?
• Compression molding: Various types of insulation, panels, sound absorbers, sound shields & heat shields.
• Plastic extrusion: Profiles, hoses, pipes, also co-extrusion of several materials.
• Plastic injection molding: Planting equipment for nurseries (Forestry), Interior and exterior vehicle components, components for the HVAC industry.
• Cleanroom production: Profiles, hoses, pipes, also co-extrusion of several materials, which are produced in cleanrooms.
• Post-processing (cutting, lamination, adhesives etc): Insulation, absorbers, seals, gaskets, interiors.
3. What plastic materials does National work with?
• Thermoplastic Elastomers (e.g. TPE, TPU, EVA PP/EPDM, SEBS)
• Engineering Plastics (e.g. PE, PP, ABS, ASA, PS, PA, PETG, PC, POM, MM)
• Cellular Plastics (e.g. PP, PE, XPE)
• PUR Foam (e.g. POLYETER / POLYESTER)
4. What fiber and textile materials does National work with?
• Nonwoven PET
• Technical textiles
• Mineral fiber
5. What rubber materials does National work with?
• Rubber cloth (e.g. EPDM, SBR, CR, NBR, Silicone)
• Cellular rubber (e.g. EPDM, CR, NBR, Silicone)
6. What other materials does National work with?
• Tape (e.g. AKRYL, HOTMELT)
• Cork
7. In which industries are Nationals customers located?
We supply components to several industry segments, the largest being the segments below:
• Automotive
• Medical Technology and Life Science
• Energy and Ventilation
• Industrial OEMs
8. Does National work with customized solutions?
Yes. Our assignments are customer-specific solutions where we adapt materials, design and manufacturing methods according to function, environmental requirements and volumes.
9. Does National work with OEM customers?
Yes. We are an established supplier to OEM customers and adapt both products and processes to long-term production requirements.
10. Can National help already in the construction phase?
Yes. We often collaborate early in the development process and contribute with material advice, design support and manufacturing customization to optimize function, quality and cost.
11. Does National manufacture both prototypes and series production?
Yes. We support the entire process – from prototypes and small series to large-scale series production, depending on the customer's needs.
12. How does National ensure quality in production?
Quality assurance is achieved through controlled processes, documentation & instructions, material traceability and ongoing monitoring throughout the entire manufacturing chain.
13. How does National work with sustainability?
Sustainability is an integral part of our business and includes:
• Conscious material choices
• Efficient manufacturing processes
• Focus on long life and function
• Reduced environmental impact over the product's life cycle
• Own production of electricity
• Responsible and sustainable purchasing of electricity and biogas
14. Does National deliver internationally?
Yes. Although we have a strong presence in Sweden, we supply components to customers both nationally and internationally. Our facility in Ghent, Belgium has a central geographical position in Europe. Through geographically dispersed facilities, we get closer to our customers.
15. Advice/Quote
You are welcome to contact us for a quote or advice on your project. For a fast and accurate quote, it is helpful if you can provide:
• Drawings or specifications
• Desired material
• Volumes
• Environmental requirements, tolerances or certifications
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