Outokumpu Oy, Finland, announces that the stainless steel fuel tank developed by its engineers and TechROi Fuel Systems has received the New Applications Award presented by the International Stainless Steel Forum in the “Best New Development” category at the ISSF Annual Conference in Hong Kong. Outokumpu HyTens steel grade allowed extremely thin walls and tailored strength, making the tank about three kilograms lighter than the conventional fuel tank made of plastic.
According to the ISSF, the winning concept provides a combination of good design, appropriate material selection, engineering expertise, and sufficient delivery reliability. The stainless steel fuel tank is superior in terms of crashworthiness and does not need surface treatment or maintenance.
Said Outokumpu CEO Mika Seitovirta: “We are very pleased with the ISSF’s recognition of this innovation, which showcases the potential that stainless steel and customer focused innovation have in meeting the demands of car industry. As a versatile, long-lasting and 100% recyclable material, stainless steel offers great opportunities for a number of industries to create a more sustainable future.”
The International Stainless Steel Forum (ISSF) is a non-profit research and development organization which was founded in 1996 and serves as the world forum for the international stainless steel industry.
