Friday, October 10, 2025

Tenneco Launches GLYCODUR® NEO, a PFAS-Free Bearing Material

Tenneco is proud to introduce GLYCODUR® NEO, its latest advanced bearing solution featuring GLYCO 692, a cutting-edge PFAS-free material engineered to meet the increasing demand for durable, high-performance sliding components. Designed for both dry and lubricated applications, GLYCODUR® NEO with GLYCO 692 sets a new industry standard in tribological performance, safety, and versatility.

“Our customers are looking for reliable, future-proof solutions that meet both performance and regulatory requirements,” said Dr. Christian Herbst-Dederichs, Vice President, Products and Technology, Powertrain. “With GLYCODUR® NEO  with GLYCO 692, we are proud to offer a solution that reflects our close collaboration with our industry partners and our commitment to their long-term success.”

As environmental regulations tighten globally, GLYCO 692 delivers exactly what modern industries demand: superior friction properties, exceptional wear resistance, and high load-carrying capacity-all without PFAS compounds.

“At Tenneco, innovation goes hand in hand with responsibility,” emphasizes Dr. Tobias Larem, Head of Materials Development in R&D. “GLYCO 692 is the result of focused research and development to deliver not only high-performance components, but also those that meet current environmental and regulatory expectations.”

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Key Benefits of GLYCODUR® NEO with GLYCO 692

  • PFAS-free composition for environmentally responsible performance

  • Low coefficient of friction, with or without lubrication

  • Outstanding wear resistance and thermal endurance

  • High load capacity: static up to 250 MPa, dynamic up to 80 MPa

  • Wide operating temperature range: -50°C to +260°C

  • Healthy formulation, free of hazardous substances

Engineering Excellence

GLYCO 692 is a three-layer composite material, consisting of a steel backing, a sintered open-pore tin-plated bronze matrix, and a thermoplastic-based sliding layer enriched with highly effective fillers. This innovative structure delivers exceptional mechanical and thermal stability in both dry and lubricated conditions.

Available in multiple formats-including strips, wrapped rings, flanged rings, and thrust washers-GLYCO 692 supports a wide range of industrial and automotive applications, from pumps and transmissions to shock absorbers and other high-stress components.

Universal Application. Uncompromising Performance.

Whether in dry environments or oil-lubricated systems, GLYCO 692 is engineered to deliver optimal performance. Its anti-friction additives, high endurance, and versatile design make it an ideal solution for automotive and industrial sectors seeking long-lasting, environmentally responsible bearing solutions.

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