Ultra-Lightweight Structural Technologies
Reduced Weight, Increased Stiffness & Crash Performance
DURA structural architectures leave no stone unturned in the journey for improved vehicle range.
Smart combinations of aluminum castings, stretch-bended profiles, composite materials, and high strength alloys are integrated using DURA in-house manufacturing technologies. The result is module optimization, engineered to provide the perfect fusion of function, form and sustainable performance.
Structural BIW Architectures
Ultra-Lightweight Structural BIW Architectures
For more than three decades, DURA has engineered and manufactured lightweight structures for luxury and performance nameplates. Working in unison, our computer analysis teams collaborate with DURA in-house German tool makers and assembly artisans, to craft the perfect architecture.
Lightweight Al & UHSS Door Structures
Body-in-White Structural Components
Aluminum & UHSS Cross-Car Beams
Hybrid Composite / Metal Structures
Frame, Chassis, & Suspension
Lightweight Frame, Chassis
& Suspension Components
Our lightweight frame, chassis and suspension components provide significant weight and performance advantages. We employ deep computer simulation and analysis to engineer the perfect NVH and energy absorption characteristics. Our world-class manufacturing processes and tooling expertise combine a host of precision processes, from roll-forming, stretch bending, hydroforming and CNC Machining, through precision laser welding. The result is exacting ride, drive and safety performance.
Al & HSS Suspension Arms
Lightweight Motor Carriers for EV’s
Lightweight Parking Brake Systems
Lightweight Seating Structures
Lightweight Hinge Systems
Four Pillars of Technology
Product Portfolio
Vehicle Systems
Body
DURA leads the industry in advanced material forming and joining technologies to create innovative products with optimized strength-to-weight ratios. From component supply to integrated structures, our areas of focus include space frames, cross car beams, seating systems, door systems, suspension products and steering components.
Exterior
DURA creates award-winning glass and trim solutions with a premium finish designed to endure the test of time. Advanced forming techniques in stretch bending, rollforming and encapsulation combine with proprietary surface treatments to produce a superior product of the highest quality and beauty. Our product expertise includes complete exterior trim systems, integrated glass systems and decorative body components.
Electrical
DURA innovations in sensors, processors, software and smart actuators provide the brain power and muscle to safely navigate vehicles in L1-L4 automated driving scenarios. Our state-of-the art electronics manufacturing and software design create smart solutions that light the path for all of our mechatronic product portfolio.
