Kirchhoff Automotive, a renowned manufacturer of safety-focused structural components for the global automotive industry, has partnered with Swedish steel producer, SSAB to achieve a significant 40pct reduction in their CO2 footprint. This milestone is made possible by utilizing SSAB fossil-free steel, developed by SSAB.
Steel serves as the primary material in the production of cold-formed body parts, a key focus area for Kirchhoff Automotive based in South Westphalia, Germany. In their pursuit of a sustainable future, Kirchhoff Automotive has intensified its collaboration with SSAB to drive CO2 reduction in car body construction.
The cold forming process employed by Kirchhoff Automotive enables the manufacturing of crash boxes, lower beams, and closure plates, with individual parts weighing between 300 grams and 1.3 kg. By leveraging the innovative SSAB Fossil-free Steel, Kirchhoff Automotive achieves a remarkable 40pct reduction in emissions during the production of a front bumper.
SSAB’s fossil-free steel is manufactured without the use of fossil energy, utilizing instead biogas and fossil-free electricity. The material’s quality and properties are on par with conventionally produced steel by SSAB, ensuring no compromise on performance.
This collaboration between Kirchhoff Automotive and SSAB showcases a shared commitment to sustainability and demonstrates the potential for significant CO2 reductions in the automotive manufacturing industry.
