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Kautex Textron

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Kautex Textron - headquarted in Bonn, Germany - is one of the top automotive suppliers worldwide. You can reach us from Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Kautex is a leading global system supplier to the automotive industry. The company develops and produces plastic fuel systems, selective catalytic reduction systems (SCR), clear vision systems (windshield and headlamp washer systems), engine camshafts and blow-molded industrial packaging products. Kautex operates in 14 countries with more than 6.000 employees.

09/10/2026

Did you know that the layers inside a fuel tank are designed to perform different jobs?

From the outside, a plastic fuel tank appears to have one continuous wall. In a conventional coextruded fuel system, however, different materials are processed together to form an integrated multilayer structure.

High-density polyethylene contributes to the tank's structural properties. Regrind makes it possible to return suitable production material to the manufacturing process. Ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) provides an important barrier function that helps reduce the permeation of hydrocarbons through the tank wall.

An additional but often overlooked layer is the tie layer. Because EVOH is a polar material and HDPE is a non-polar material, they do not naturally bond to one another. The tie layer, typically a chemically modified LLDPE, acts like an adhesive that enables the EVOH barrier layer to be integrated into the multilayer structure.

The performance of the tank therefore depends not only on the individual materials, but also on how the layers are arranged and processed together. The complete structure must support the required balance of durability, emissions performance, manufacturability, and long-term functionality.

One tank wall, several specialized functions, and one integrated material system.

08/10/2026

Innovation rarely happens in isolation. At Kautex, collaboration across regions, cultures, and functions is part of how we work every day.

Across 13 countries, employees collaborate across cultures, functions, and disciplines, building trust and creating stronger solutions together. Open dialogue, knowledge sharing, and teamwork help connect expertise from around the world to support customers and drive innovation.

With more than 30 plants and a global network of engineering and development locations, Kautex brings together various perspectives and experiences to solve challenges on a global scale.

The strength of Kautex's global network lies in its ability to bring together talent, expertise, and resources across locations to achieve shared goals and deliver value to customers worldwide. Working together across multiple locations has helped shorten lead times, accelerate industrialization efforts, and demonstrate the agility that defines Kautex.

Strong connections create stronger solutions.

02/10/2026

Did you know that Kautex manufactures products in more than 30 plants across 13 countries?

Manufacturing is where product ideas become reality. Across our global operations, teams work every day to transform engineering concepts into fuel systems, battery enclosures, clear vision systems, industrial packaging, and other solutions that support mobility and industry.

Behind every product is a combination of manufacturing expertise, quality standards, automation, maintenance, logistics, engineering, and continuous improvement. Together, these activities help ensure that products are produced safely, efficiently, and to specification.

On Manufacturing Day, we recognize the people, technologies, and processes that make modern manufacturing possible and help drive innovation forward.

Happy Manufacturing Day 2026!

30/09/2026

At Kautex, careers are built through learning, development, and new experiences.

With 75% of roles filled internally, career development is a core part of the employee experience. Employees are encouraged to take ownership of their development through learning opportunities, leadership programs, cross-functional experiences, special assignments, and internal mobility.

Career growth is not limited to a single path. From technical and leadership training to global project involvement and opportunities across the broader Textron network, employees are supported in building skills, gaining new experiences, and shaping their own careers.

Programs such as the Talent Factory provide early-career talent with meaningful responsibility, structured feedback, and development opportunities from the very beginning.

Additional opportunities such as the Kautex Development Program, cross-border assignments, and global project teams help employees expand their expertise and broaden their perspectives.
Because growth happens when people are trusted to learn, contribute, and take on new challenges.

28/09/2026

250+ sensors. 296 days of testing. 2.5+ TB of data.

Confidence backed by measurement results, from real-world operation to detailed analysis.

The photo gives a look inside the test vehicle and shows the measurement setup used throughout the durability testing program. With more than 250 sensors placed across the vehicle and battery housing, each drive generated valuable data that was transferred into our analysis process and used to evaluate performance under real operating conditions.

Because the movement of the battery housing cannot be directly observed during vehicle operation, sensor measurements are used to create a visual representation of its behavior under real driving conditions. By displaying selected measurement data on a 3D model, engineers can better understand how different areas of the structure respond to road inputs and vehicle loads. This helps reveal where, when and how the battery housing reacts throughout a durability test.

Together, these insights helped turn approximately 2.5 TB of collected data into measurable engineering confidence.

25/09/2026

Did you know that an “empty” fuel tank is not necessarily free of fuel?

Fuel v***rs remain inside the tank even when most of the liquid fuel has been consumed. Managing these v***rs is an important part of modern fuel system engineering and emissions control.

The v***r space becomes especially important during refueling. As fuel enters the tank, the v***rs already inside must be displaced. Instead of being released directly into the atmosphere, they are captured by an activated carbon canister. Before the next refueling event, the canister is purged with fresh air drawn in by the engine, allowing it to be used again.

The tank is therefore engineered as part of a broader fuel system rather than as a simple storage container. Its design must support fuel storage and delivery while helping the complete system meet relevant emissions and durability requirements.

So, when the fuel gauge reads empty, the tank may no longer contain usable liquid fuel, but engineers must still account for the v***r space inside.

23/09/2026

What makes Kautex more than just a workplace?

Our Employer Value Proposition (EVP) defines what employees experience when they build a career at Kautex. It reflects what makes Kautex a place where ideas are put into motion, careers can develop across regions and functions, and employees are encouraged to take ownership, contribute their ideas, and help shape the future of mobility. Rooted in our Mission, Vision, and Values, it represents the culture we strive to live every day.

Our EVP is built around six key strengths that shape the employee experience:
• Career Growth
• Global Connection
• Wellbeing
• Sustainability
• Equal Opportunities
• Transformative Venture

Over the coming weeks, we'll take a closer look at each of these strengths and how they come to life across Kautex.

18/09/2026

Did you know that Kautex's story began with packaging?

Founded in 1935, Kautex established its expertise in plastics processing decades before expanding into many of the technologies the company is known for today. The company's early focus on plastic packaging helped build a strong foundation in materials, manufacturing processes, and product development.

Today, Kautex serves multiple industries through a diverse portfolio that includes automotive solutions, industrial packaging, battery enclosure technologies, clear vision systems, and castings. While the business has evolved significantly over the years, plastics expertise remains at the core of what we do.

It's a reminder that innovation often starts with a strong foundation and continues to grow through curiosity, expertise, and continuous development.

11/09/2026

Did you know that Kautex's advanced thermoforming process can reduce prototype lead times from approximately 22 weeks to just 6 weeks?

Developed to create near-series Fuel and SCR tank prototypes, the process helps engineering teams accelerate product development while reducing prototype costs by approximately 90%. To date, approximately 750 tanks have been produced using the thermoforming process across 40 Fuel and SCR projects.

The preferred approach is positive thermoforming, where a heated plastic sheet is formed over a tool. This method offers several advantages, including CAD-accurate internal contours, improved wall-thickness distribution, smoother surfaces, and the ability to integrate functional components directly into the tank design.

By combining faster development cycles with flexible engineering solutions, advanced thermoforming helps bring ideas from concept to prototype in a fraction of the time.

04/09/2026

Did you know that advanced thermoforming at Kautex does much more than simply shape a tank?

The process enables engineers to integrate and rivet NGFS components directly into the tank structure during manufacturing. Locking rings can also be inserted during the thermoforming process itself, helping create prototypes that closely resemble production-intent designs.

In addition, the same thermoforming tools can be used to create transparent PVC tanks for slosh testing. These clear tanks allow engineers to observe fluid movement and evaluate tank performance during the development process.

By combining component integration, functional testing, and manufacturing flexibility, advanced thermoforming helps accelerate development while improving prototype quality and realism.

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Kautex Str 52
Bonn
53229

Öffnungszeiten

Montag	08:00 - 17:00
Dienstag	08:00 - 17:00
Mittwoch	08:00 - 17:00
Donnerstag	08:00 - 17:00
Freitag	08:00 - 15:00

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http://www.kautex.de/

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