TMD Friction develops copper-free brake pads
Braking materials specialist TMD Friction has received its first homologation for the application of copper-free friction materials in its braking products.
This breakthrough in the friction material world was achieved in an intensive development period and tight cooperation with an unnamed German vehicle manufacturer. In a first step, the homologation is granted for the front axle of the new vehicle with its market launch in Autumn 2013.
Such a ground-breaking decision of a premium automotive producer underlines the compliance of the new copper-free friction pad with the most demanding requirements for brake pads. Other car manufacturers are currently testing TMD Friction’s copper-free material. Further homologations are expected in the coming months.
