Material Solutions for Extreme Outdoor Applications
Outdoor and powersports applications require more than standard materials — they need durable, impact-resistant solutions designed to withstand constant wear, heavy vibration, and exposure to water, dirt, and other extreme conditions. Leveraging decades of industry experience, Formerra supports leading powersports, watercraft, and off-road vehicle OEMs looking to meet the demands of rugged, unpredictable environments. Our broad materials portfolio and industry expertise enable us to find the most economical, highest-performing solution for each unique application, ensuring designs that push boundaries without sacrificing reliability or proficiency.
Let Formerra Lead the Way as Your Trusted Partner
When staring down an unforged trail, preparing to hit the waves, or mapping out their next challenge, your customer shouldn’t have to think twice about whether their ride can endure the adventure. Here’s why outdoor and powersports industry leaders trust Formerra to help design the next generation of reliable, rugged vehicles, watercraft, and outdoor recreational equipment:
Trailblazing Industry Expertise
With decades of hands-on experience in outdoor, recreational, and powersports applications, Formerra’s specialized knowledge of the industry as a whole and the performance materials behind it is unmatched. As riders ourselves, our team understands exactly what is needed to design and deliver quality, durable outdoor products that meet challenging regulatory requirements. Our foundation is built on years of success and innovation in the automotive industry; we translate proven concepts — like molded-in color, scratch resistance, and lightweighting — to outdoor and powersports applications. This crossover expertise supplements our ability to help OEMs tackle the toughest outdoor design challenges.
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Comprehensive, Adventure-Ready Materials Portfolio
Formerra’s expansive range of materials includes hundreds of top-quality impact-resistant, weatherproof, and high-performance polymers designed to meet the needs of outdoor environments. We keep well-informed of industry developments and advancements and consistently update our portfolio with the latest materials, all sourced from trusted, leading outdoor and powersports and automotive suppliers.
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Responsive,
All-Hands-On-Deck Support, Whenever You Need It
Responsiveness and flexibility are at the core of Formerra’s partnership services. When you partner with us, our team operates as an extension of your own to provide immediate, hands-on solutions. Our adaptive business model ensures streamlined, consistent, efficient communications and dedicated support, when and how you need it.
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Reliable Supply Chain and Compliance Resources
With a robust global network that includes key outdoor and powersports regions like Mexico, Asia, and the EU, we can offer reliable supply chain resources, consistent material availability, and when-you-need-it delivery. Simplify your production stage and speed your time-to-market further by taking advantage of our regulatory standards expertise and compliance support, including REACH and RoHS documentation.
Learn MoreChampioning Sustainability in Outdoor and Powersports
Championing Sustainability in Outdoor and Powersports Formerra is dedicated to helping OEMs achieve their sustainability goals, and it only makes sense to offer robust sustainability support for applications that bring customers closer to nature. As an ISCC+ certified distributor, we provide a wide range of material options for post-consumer recycled content and bio-based alternatives, along with the expertise to help co-create designs that optimize disassembly, metal-to-plastic replacement, part consolidation, and weight savings. With our cutting-edge portfolio and knowledge of the sustainability landscape, we ensure your products meet emerging environmental standards while maintaining the high performance and reliability required for outdoor applications.
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Discover how Formerra materials and services support and push the boundaries of these outdoor and powersports applications.
Interior Components
Primary Needs: Impact resistance, aesthetics, noise reduction, scratch and mar resistance; robust materials that maintain visual appeal and resist wear in rugged conditionsSolutions: Polypropylene, Glass-Filled Polypropylene, HDPE, ABS, PC/ABS, ASA, and Nylons
Exterior Components
Primary Needs: Impact resistance, scratch and mar durability, chemical resistance; materials engineered to maintain visual appeal and durability in extreme outdoor elementsSolutions: Polypropylene, High-Density Polyethylene, TPO, ASA, and Custom Nylons
Electrical (Wiring & Lighting)
Primary Needs: Electrical integrity, weight reduction, water resistance, and for lighting, clarity; materials optimized for the demands of vehicle electrification that can withstand high temperatures and protect wiring in demanding conditionsSolutions: PC, PC Blends, Nylons, PBT
Chassis
Primary Needs: Mechanical strength, lightweighting, puncture resistance; high-strength, high-wear, lightweight materials that can offer resilience against punctures, impact, and harsh terrain Solutions: Long Fiber Thermoplastics, Nylons, Acetals, TPU
Engine Enclosure
Primary Needs: Temperature resistance, chemical resistance, and fire resistance; high-performance materials that protect engines from environmental hazardsSolutions: Nylons, PBT, PET
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Tailored Solutions for Every Industry
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Trusted Suppliers for Outdoor and Powersports
Formerra is a leading supplier of commodity and engineering thermoplastic resins produced by the world's leading manufacturers. Our extensive range of outdoor and powersports materials solutions is carefully curated from the most highly reputable, trusted suppliers in the industry.
