Troy, Mich., October 11, 2024 — Inteva made its mark at this year’s Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) TPO (Thermoplastic Olefins) Conference, where Sheila Sarver, Chief Technical Officer, delivered a keynote address that captivated industry leaders and innovators. The keynote, titled "Circularity in Automotive Interiors Challenges and Solutions,” positioned Inteva as a forward-thinking leader driving the future of sustainability in the automotive industry.
In the keynote, Sarver presented Inteva’s latest advancements in our innovative Eco Process for post-industrial recycling and shared a visionary outlook on the future of automotive plastic recycling.
During her keynote address, Sarver demonstrated the flexibility of our Inteather recyclable material by wearing a custom Inteather dress inspired by a performance vehicle. Inside the symbolic racing stripes down the center of the dress are raw pellets of TPO. This demonstrated to the audience the circularity of the product - truly displaying the idea of pellet to product.
Inspired by the sleek lines and bold energy of racecars, this dress symbolizes more than just speed—it embodies the drive towards a more sustainable future together as industry leaders. Just as racecars push the limits of innovation, we are racing toward a world where automotive meets environmental responsibility. Each stitch represents the precision and commitment needed to accelerate change, proving that sustainability can be as dynamic and cutting-edge as the high-octane world of racing.
David Whitehead, Staff Engineer, also demonstrated Inteva’s subject matter expertise during the TPO Conference. David presented on the advantages of injection molding behind thin film TPO. David did an outstanding job representing Inteva and promoting our Inteather Thin Film.
The response from the audience was overwhelmingly positive during both presentations, with industry leaders and attendees appreciating our forward-thinking approach.
Throughout the event, Inteva garnered significant attention at its booth, where visitors explored the company’s latest offerings and discussed how Inteva’s solutions can help solve key industry challenges.
As a key participant in the 2024 TPO Conference Inteva continues its journey to drive innovation and excellence in sustainability for the automotive industry.
About Inteva Products:
Inteva Products is a leading global automotive supplier providing innovative, reliable, environmentally friendly products that enhance vehicle quality, safety and performance. Inteva has global resources for design, engineering, manufacturing and customer service for Closure Systems, Interior Systems, and Motors & Electronics. Formed in 2008, the tier-one supplier is focused on achieving sustained global growth, providing excellent customer service, and driving innovation. Inteva was founded on innovative solutions and the use of applied technology to drive value-based solutions. The company employs more than 8,000 people in 30 sites and maintains its World Headquarters in Troy, Michigan USA. For future company updates, please visit the Inteva Products website, or the company’s Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram pages.