2024
Aftermarket

Learn how Sika is Partnering with Car Glass Replacement Shops to New Demands on Safety, Quality and Sustainability and Move the Industry Forward.

New ADAS windscreen technologies. Impatient customers. Tougher environmental and safety regulations. Just a few challenges facing auto glass replacement specialists and body shops these days. As a leading manufacturer of windscreen adhesives for both vehicle manufacturers as well as the automotive aftermarket, Sika offers the right solution for every challenge and market. But these solutions don’t always fit neatly into a cartridge, and they increasingly rely on strategic partnerships.

Leading the way in Automotive Glass Replacement Industry in Malaysia

Introduced in 1987, Sikaflex®-255 Extra revolutionized the Malaysian automotive glass replacement industry with its cutting-edge primerless technology. Originally launched as Sikaflex®-255 Extra and later advanced to Sikaflex®-255 Ultra, this product has consistently earned recognition for its excellence across Malaysia. Since, it has been used in over 15 million installations, which clearly demonstrates its robust performance and reliable quality, earning it a reputation as both proven and trusted solution.  It continues to grow in popularity, as more end-users today are increasingly aware of the importance of safety and performance aspect of glass replacement.  

Sika Certified Installer Program

Sika Malaysia has initiated the Sika Certified Installer Program, recognizing the importance of expert installation for optimal automotive glass safety performance. This program trains and certifies Malaysian professionals in the application of Sikaflex® products, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of quality and effectiveness. Sika is the sole company in Malaysia dedicated to training and empowering local installers with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the industry. This initiative raises workshop standards and enhances their competency to an international level.

 

Staying Safe, Efficient and Compliant

In Malaysia, automotive glass replacement shops are shifting toward safety-focused, high-efficiency solutions to stay competitive. At Sika, we lead this evolution with innovations such as primerless bonding adhesive technologies that streamline installations while ensuring compliance with FMVSS 212 crash test standards and AGRSS regulations. These solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also reduce customer waiting times, improving overall service quality. Widely adopted by professionals, Sika’s technologies minimize the need for costly follow-ups and come with comprehensive training for seamless implementation across multiple locations. With safety, speed, and sustainability at the core, Sika remains the trusted choice for automotive glass replacement in Malaysia.

Building Trust

This is where Sika comes in—building stronger partnerships and collaborating with customers to find the optimal solution for safer, more robust, and efficient windshield replacement. Leveraging Swiss technology, the Swiss-based company has a presence in more than 100 countries and boasts over 100 years of experience in the specialty chemicals business, positioning it uniquely for the job. Globally, Sika adhesives are collectively used in hundreds of millions of windscreen replacements every year.

 

Key Product Benefits Sikaflex®-255 Ultra:

  • Meet all relevant local and international requirements (e.g., FMVSS 212/AGRSS)
  • Solutions engineered to meet all climatic conditions 
  • Primerless to Glass Adhesion
  • Reduce comeback costs 
  • Increase overall customer experience 
  • Short downtimes for vehicles and for drivers of commercial vehicles
  • Reduced total cost of ownership

 

Power of Collaborating with Sika in the Glass Replacement Market:

  • Global and local partner: Present in 100 markets with global resources 
  • Automotive OEM knowledge: Over 40 years serving most automotive manufacturers 
  • Consulting services: Product selection, support and advice 
  • Training courses: Sika Knowledge Center Online, AGR Academy, local and regional courses 
  • R&D Center: Access to experts at our R&D Center in Zurich, Switzerland 
  •  Innovative heritage: 100+ years of leadership in bonding, sealing, damping, etc. 

 

Auto Glass Facts, Snapshot of Sika and the Auto Glass Replacement Market 

  • Many hundreds of millions of windscreens replaced using Sika adhesives annually 
  • More than 50% of vehicles produced worldwide use Sika technology Local Sika presence in more than 100 countries 
  • Since 1987, over 15 MILLION windscreens replaced in Malaysia
  • More than 70 million windscreens are bonded during assembly using Sika adhesives

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