BASF polyamide features in 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK crossover powertrain

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BASF’s polyamide 6/6 is used in the manufacturing of the heat shield in the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK crossover’s 2.1-litre I-4 turbo diesel engine, according to Plastics Today. The heat shield—usually made

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