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More Than 30 Years of Brake Noise Solutions

MSC has been the leader in Brake NVH Insulator technology since we developed the first constrained layer insulators more than 30 years ago. Since then we have expanded our expertise to offer solutions for virtually every Brake Noise issue with products including constrained layer, multiple constrained layer and single layer constructions utilizing technologies such as silicones, thermosets, acrylics and even fluorocarbons.

Today, MSC manufactures and stamps brake insulators for both OEM and aftermarket applications in North America, Europe, South America, and Southeast Asia. Our manufacturing operations are supported by sales, marketing and technical resources strategically located to assure rapid response to customer requirements for NVH solutions for current production and future products.
Work with us. We have the resources in place to develop, manufacture and deliver what you need, where you need it, when you need it.

    Products
  • Acrylic, thermoset, silicone and proprietary bonding layers
  • Rubber, high-temperature, cold noise and other products
  • On-shim printed or embossed information & branding
  • Proprietary finishes and decorative coatings
  • Complete library of insulator materials and configurations
    Technology
  • Legacy of Quiet Steel® for total vehicle NVH
  • Materials excellence, proprietary formulations and metallurgy
  • NVH systems-based approach
  • Proprietary viscoelastic damping materials
    Development
  • Three industry-leading R&D centers, in Europe, North America and Asia
  • In-house corner dynos, chassis dynos, anechoic chambers
  • Engineering simulation, scanning laser vibrometer
  • Brake pad & insulator FEA
  • Modal analysis, environmental & mechanical testing
    Manufacturing
  • Six world-class manufacturing facilities, global redundancy
  • State-of-the-industry tools and systems
  • Quality assurance that exceeds industry standards
  • Renowned consistency of finish batch-to-batch
  • All facilities are TS16949-registered
 
Product & Technology Resources
  • Braking Systems OEM
      Related MSC Products & Technologies:
    • Quiet Steel
    • Quiet Aluminum
    • MatSeal
      Links to Relevant Web Sites:
    • The Sound of Quality
    • Sound of Quality Clip
  • Braking Systems Aftermarket
    • Aftermarket Brakes Selector
      Related MSC Products & Technologies:
    • Quiet Steel
    • MatSeal
    • Deco Steel
      Links to Relevant Web Sites:
    • Brake Manufacturers Council
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