As gas prices increase, the tougher-duty pickup segment of the light truck market is gaining interest in the benefits of light weight, durable composites. More 
The pressure is mounting on OEM’s in the truck market to reduce cost and weight and gain efficiencies in the face of rising commodities prices. Meridian offers many innovative solutions to these challenges. More
We are continually reducing mass to improve the environment for tomorrow.
So far this year, we have reduced the mass of our customers' vehicles by:
Key product offerings for vehicle weight reduction:
Composite Structural and Body Panel Systems
- Part weights are typically 30% of comparable steel components and approaching aluminum at a reduced piece price.
Aero Shields and Underbody Systems
- Composite products to improve vehicle aerodynamics, reduce drag coefficients and save gas.
Chrome-Plated Plastic
- Chrome-plated plastic grilles and ornamentation save 50% of the mass of comparable chrome-plated metal products.
Ultra-High-Strength Steel Structural Parts
- Meridian roll-forms UHSS bumper reinforcements that are 20% lighter than traditional steel beams.
EcoEquationTM Gallery:
- Click a thumbnail below to experience Meridian's EcoEquationTM at work:
All Meridian manufacturing facilities are ISO 14001:2004 registered.