MAFTEC Group
High-performance polycrystalline alumina fiber for automotive thermal management, catalytic converter support, and EV battery fire protection.
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MAFTEC Group, a division of Mitsubishi Chemical, specializes in the development and production of MAFTEC, a polycrystalline alumina fiber. The company's core product serves as a critical component in high-temperature thermal applications, primarily within the automotive sector.
MAFTEC is utilized as a substrate support mat for catalytic converters and Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs), contributing to cleaner air emissions. The product line has also expanded to address the electric vehicle market with the MAFTEC EV Battery Fire Shield, a material designed for thermal protection.
The company operates production facilities at the Naoetsu and Sakaide plants in Japan, with a history of development dating back to 1980 and supply starting in 1985. Its business model is centered on manufacturing and supplying these specialized fibers to industrial partners, likely automotive parts manufacturers and OEMs.
Keywords: polycrystalline alumina fiber, thermal management, automotive components, catalytic converters, DPF, EV battery, fire shield, Mitsubishi Chemical, industrial materials, emission control