Abstract: The present invention relates to metal-plastic assemblies comprising at least one metal insert, said metal insert being overmolded with at least one polymer composition including at least one of a polyamide and a polyarylene sulfide, and a flat glass fiber, which provide long term thermal stability and low loss of mechanical properties over extended time and temperature cycles, and which are particularly advantageous for use in automotive applications, e.g. as busbars in e-mobility/power electronic applications.

Abstract: Machine for welding hollow articles and process for welding these articles, for example half-shells of a plastic fuel tank, using the technique of hot-plate welding, in which the mirror is in the form of separate elements which can be moved independently. Particular processes in which the articles to be welded together are preshaped by pressing against cold-plate elements, which might not be plane, by stretching or compressing the side walls of the articles or by pressing against the walls of a mould. Process applied to the manufacturer of injection-moulded/welded fuel tanks. Use of the machine for manufacturing such tanks.

Abstract: Machine for welding hollow articles and process for welding these articles, for example half-shells of a plastic fuel tank, using the technique of hot-plate welding. A particular process in which the articles to be welded together are preshaped by pressing against a cold plate, which might not be plane, by stretching or compressing the side walls of the articles or by pressing against the walls of a mold. Process applied to the manufacturer of injection-molded/welded fuel tanks. Use of the machine for manufacturing such tanks.