Innovation in the automotive industry sector

TWI is at the forefront of technological development and, as a result, is recognised as a company that introduces innovative new products into the market place.

AdhFAST®
AdhFAST® is a novel, three-in-one fastener, which allows adhesive to be injected through the middle of the device whilst retaining the joint and controlling the gap between the substrates, i.e. the bondline thickness. Find out more .
Barrikade®
Barrikade® is a new substance developed at TWI which overcomes many of the heat transfer problems associated with traditional construction materials. Find out more .
Clearweld ^®
Clearweld ^® is a technique for laser welding of plastics with an infrared absorbing medium, creating a joint almost invisible to the human eye. Find out more

The Clearweld ^® process was invented and patented by TWI. It is being commercialised by Gentex Corporation. The process uses lasers and infrared absorbing welding consumables that are commercially available.
Crackwise ^® version 4 is now available