LiteWWeight® Lotus

The LiteWWeight® Lotus, from MultiMaterial-Welding AG, is a revolutionary fastening solution, expertly designed for efficient and reliable connection in fibrous components, including woven and non-woven textile structures.

LiteWWeight® Lotus

Variants:

Hard surface material fixation.

Standard

Soft/low-density material fastener.

Victory

Clip system for carpets and floor mats.

Abalone

Battery pack access through carpet floor.

BAR

Substrate materials:

Sandwich panel (Nomex)

Sandwich panel (Nomex)

PU foam

PU foam

Compressed fibre mat

Compressed fibre mat

Headliner multilayer composite

Headliner multilayer composite

Carpet and textile

Carpet and textile

Thermoplastic organosheet

Thermoplastic organosheet

Functionally integrated parts (FIP)

LiteWWeight® Lotus connection geometry can be integrated into the injection molded part, which simplifies production, reduces costs and enables complete design freedom.

Functional integration of Lotus
Functional integration of Lotus

Advantages of FIP:

  • Reduced cycle time
  • Reduced costs due to the fast process and less parts to manipulate
  • Higher Strength: With less material, higher strength can be achieved
  • Easy one-sided access only assembly process # Geometric Simplification
  • Connection geometry can be integrated into the part to connect
  • Design freedom: different sizes such as long or large geometries are possible
  • Form freedom: No rotational symmetry required
  • Improved aesthetics: No fasteners are visible

Key Features:

  • Optimized for Fibrous Materials: Specifically developed for fibrous components, the Lotus excels in integrating with textile structures, offering high strength and deep integration in the fibrous matrix.
  • Rapid Installation Process: With a processing time of approximately 1 second, the Lotus provides a swift and efficient fastening solution, ideal for high-speed production environments.
  • Invisible from the Opposite Side: Its innovative design leaves no markings on the opposite side, even in thin and sensitive materials, ensuring a clean and professional finish.
  • One-Sided Installation: The Lotus requires access from only one side for installation, simplifying the assembly process and enhancing design flexibility.
  • Versatile in Application: Suitable for connecting thin sheet metal to fibrous materials without pre-drilled holes, and available in several common thermoplastics, it offers broad applicability.

Application Examples:

  • Headliner and Wheel Arch Liner: The LiteWWeight® Lotus fasteners are ideal for automotive applications, serving as an effective replacement for conventional fasteners in headliners, wheel arch liners, and heat shields.

Experience the versatility and efficiency of the LiteWWeight® Lotus – a fastener that transforms fibrous material assembly, brought to you by MultiMaterial-Welding AG.

Cycle Time and Cost Reduction

Its fast installation process reduces cycle times and overall costs, with fewer parts needed for manipulation.

Enhanced Strength with Less Material

Despite using less material, the Lotus achieves higher strength, contributing to lightweight yet robust assemblies.

Design and Form Freedom

Offers the flexibility of integrating the connection geometry into the part to be connected, allowing for various sizes and shapes without the need for rotational symmetry.

Aesthetically Pleasing

The design of the Lotus ensures that fasteners remain hidden, improving the overall aesthetics of the final product.

Automotive application

Our technology is applicable to a wide variety of assembly parts.
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A 3D model of a car
Car interior floor

Carpet floors

Secure fastening solutions effectively anchor carpet floors, maintaining their position and enhancing interior comfort.

Floor mat in a car

Floor mat

Robust fastening systems ensure floor mats remain securely in place, enhancing vehicle interior stability and safety.

Wheel arch of a car

Wheel arch liner

Reliable fastening methods secure wheel arch liners, ensuring durability and protection against road debris.

Wheel arch of a car

Wheel arch liner

Reliable fastening methods secure wheel arch liners, ensuring durability and protection against road debris.

Crash pads in a car

Crash pads and protections

Effective fastening systems ensure crash pads and protective elements remain securely positioned, enhancing safety in critical situations.

Trunk compartment

urable fastening solutions ensure the stability and functionality of the trunk compartment, enhancing storage security.

Trunk compartment in a car

Load floor/trunk floor

Sturdy fastening solutions provide a robust foundation for load floors and trunk floors, ensuring durability and reliability in cargo management.

Load floor in a car
Headliner of a car

Headliner

Reliable fastening techniques ensure the headliner remains firmly in place, contributing to the vehicle's overall interior elegance and safety.

Bumper of a car

Bumper

Efficient fastening solutions ensure secure and durable attachment of exterior trim parts.

Bumper of a car

Bumper

Efficient fastening solutions ensure secure and durable attachment of exterior trim parts.

Car roof panel

Roof panels

Enhance automotive roof panel installations with our LiteWWeight® pin technology, offering a reliable and straightforward solution for improved assembly efficiency.

Parcel shelf

Transform your parcel shelf installation process in the automotive industry with our specialized solution, ensuring rapid, secure, and efficient assembly.

Automotive oarcel shelf
Car bumper

Bumper

Advanced fastening techniques ensure bumpers are securely mounted, contributing to overall vehicle durability and safety in automotive applications.

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Exterior trim

Efficient fastening solutions ensure secure and durable attachment of exterior trim parts.

Load floor/trunk floor

Sturdy fastening solutions provide a robust foundation for load floors and trunk floors, ensuring durability and reliability in cargo management.

Car load floor

Spoiler

Reliable fastening solutions ensure a quick, secure and flawless assembly of spoilers.

Car spoiler

Spoiler

Reliable fastening solutions ensure a quick, secure and flawless assembly of spoilers.

Car spoiler
MM-Welding car 3D model

1. Bumper

2. Crash pads and protections

3. Trunk compartment

MM-Welding car 3D model

1. Roof panels

2. Parcel shelf

3. Load floor / trunk floor

MM-Welding car 3D model

1. Bumper

2. Exterior trim

3. Spoiler

MM-Welding car 3D model

1. Exterior trim parts

2. Wheel arch liner

3. Spoiler

MM-Welding car 3D model

1. Wheel arch liner

2. Floor mat

3. Carpet floors

4. Headliner

Aerospace application

Our technology is applicable to a wide variety of assembly parts.
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A 3D model of a plane

Plastic window covers

Robust fastening systems ensure plastic window covers are securely attached, enhancing safety and clarity in aerospace environments.

Plastic window covers in an airplane

Galleys / kitchen

Secure fastening solutions maintain the integrity and functionality of galleys and kitchen areas in aerospace applications.

Kitchen area in an airplane
Interior floor panels in a train

Interior floor panels

Durable fastening techniques ensure interior floor panels remain firmly anchored, contributing to cabin stability and passenger comfort in aerospace applications.

Overhead compartments in an airplane

Overhead compartments

Efficient fastening solutions keep overhead compartments securely in place, ensuring passenger convenience and safety.

MM-Welding aeroplane 3D model

1. Plastic window covers

MM-Welding aeroplane 3D model

1. Galleys / kitchen

2. Interior floor panels

3. Overhead compartments

Railway application

Our technology is applicable to a wide variety of assembly parts.
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A 3D model of a train
Seating and trim in a train

Seating and trim

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Floor trim panel in a train

Floor trim panels

Sturdy fastening systems for floor trim panels in railway vehicles guarantee durability and stability, enhancing overall passenger experience.

Side wall panel in a train

Side wall panels

Reliable fastening solutions ensure side wall panels in railway applications are securely attached, enhancing passenger safety and comfort.

MM-Welding train 3D model

1. Seating and trim

2. Floor trim panels

MM-Welding train 3D model

1. Side wall panels

HVAC application

Our technology is applicable to a wide variety of assembly parts.
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An illustration of a HVAC system
Moisture control for an HVAC

Moisture control

Durable fastening systems effectively secure moisture control components, ensuring reliable performance in HVAC systems.

Control operation units in a HVAC

Control and operation units

Secure fastening techniques ensure control and operation units in HVAC systems are firmly mounted, guaranteeing stability and ease of use.

Air duct housing in a HVAC

Air duct housing

Reliable fastening methods maintain the stability of air duct housings, ensuring efficient airflow management in HVAC systems.

Heat pump enclosure

Robust fastening solutions ensure the secure assembly of heat pump enclosures, enhancing efficiency and durability in HVAC systems.

Heat pump enclosure in a HVAC
HVAC 3D model

1. Moisture control

2. Control and operation units

3. Heat pump enclosure

4. Air duct housing

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