Sika has received the German Sustainability Award for its SikaBaffle^® AutoStack system. The system consists of thermally cavity-sealing parts used during the e-coat and paint process to protect vehicle body cavities from noise, dust, and moisture. Featuring a modular, stackable geometry, the design increases packaging density by up to 200%, reducing CO₂ emissions, storage requirements, and logistical costs. The use of recycled materials and low-bake curing technology reduces the product’s global warming potential and energy demand compared to conventional materials.

Sika reports that the German Sustainability Award is Europe’s largest distinction for ecological and social responsibility. The award acknowledges products that make a meaningful contribution to five essential areas: climate, resources, nature, value chain, and society. The jury recognized the Sika product design for improvements in logistics, material efficiency, and energy use across the automotive supply chain. According to the jury, the product demonstrated verified sustainability impacts, strong long-term scalability, and a clear commitment to circularity.

“This award proves how targeted engineering can unlock real sustainability gains across the automotive value chain. With SikaBaffle AutoStack, we turned a standard component into a high-impact solution that helps customers cut emissions, automate production, and drive efficiency at scale,” Sika’s chief innovation and sustainability officer, Patricia Heidtman.

The German Sustainability Award (Deutscher Nachhaltigkeitspreis) is presented by the German Sustainability Award Foundation in cooperation with leading institutions including the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB), WWF, and the German Chambers of Industry and Commerce. Learn more at https://www.nachhaltigkeitspreis.de/en.  

To learn more about Sika and the company’s products at www.sika.com.

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