Konzelmann GmbH PURKON Portfolio Set for IAA Transportation 2026

Konzelmann Showcases New PURKON TPU Materials

Konzelmann GmbH will present its TPU portfolio for commercial vehicles and future mobility solutions at IAA Transportation 2026, with the company focusing on PURKON2000 and PURKON2001 alongside the new PURKON2080, PURKON3000 and PURKON4000 materials. The portfolio is positioned around sealing applications in braking systems, fluid-handling environments and hydrogen technology. The materials are also designed around sustainability requirements, including PFAS-free formulations and the maximum possible use of renewable raw materials. Through these developments, the company aims to reduce dependence on components based on mineral oil while addressing material requirements for evolving commercial vehicle technologies.

New Materials Address Commercial Vehicle Fluid Applications

PURKON2080 has been developed specifically for solenoid valves used in commercial vehicle braking systems, targeting a demanding application where reliable sealing performance is essential. PURKON3000 is designed to work with both mineral oil-based and bio-based oils, allowing an application to use one seal instead of two. This capability is intended to simplify sealing arrangements while supporting compatibility with different oil types. PURKON4000 addresses another fluid-management requirement by being designed for water-glycol coolant mixtures. Together, the three newer materials expand the portfolio across braking, lubrication and cooling applications in commercial vehicles.

Existing PURKON Grades Target Hydrogen Technology

Konzelmann GmbH will also showcase PURKON2000 and PURKON2001, which are designed to meet the high standards associated with modern hydrogen technology. According to the company, these materials can reliably seal valves and couplings used in hydrogen-related applications. Their inclusion alongside the newer grades demonstrates a broader focus on sealing materials for emerging mobility systems rather than a single vehicle component or fluid environment. The portfolio therefore covers both established commercial vehicle requirements and technologies expected to become increasingly important as manufacturers develop lower-emission powertrains and alternative energy systems.

PFAS-Free Materials Support Renewable Content Goals

Sustainability is another common feature across the PURKON material portfolio presented for the event. All of the materials are PFAS-free and incorporate the maximum possible proportion of renewable raw materials, according to Konzelmann GmbH. The company states that this approach is intended to reduce dependence on mineral oil-based components, while retaining suitability for technically demanding applications. By combining material development with renewable-content objectives, Konzelmann GmbH is positioning its sealing solutions around both functional requirements and changing expectations for material sourcing. The portfolio consequently links application-specific performance with broader environmental considerations in future mobility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What PURKON materials will Konzelmann present at IAA Transportation 2026?
Konzelmann will present PURKON2000, PURKON2001, PURKON2080, PURKON3000 and PURKON4000 at IAA Transportation 2026, highlighting applications across commercial vehicle systems and future mobility. The newer grades target specific sealing requirements for braking solenoid valves, mineral oil-based and bio-based oils, and water-glycol coolant mixtures. PURKON2000 and PURKON2001 address valves and couplings used in hydrogen technology. The portfolio also emphasizes PFAS-free materials and the maximum possible proportion of renewable raw materials, supporting efforts to reduce dependence on mineral oil-based components.