Hood lifters

Hood Struts by OST PFAD GmbH

Hood lifters are a convenient and reliable accessory for servicing a vehicle's engine compartment. OST PFAD GmbH has many years of experience in developing OEM and OE hood struts for international automotive brands.

We leverage our expertise to deliver high-quality products that meet the safety requirements and standards of global automakers.

Unique Features of OST PFAD GmbH Hood Struts

• Customized Opening/Closing Behavior – Our hood lifters provide a unique and controlled movement, making it difficult for competitors to replicate. Your product remains exclusive and protected in the market.
• Standardized Brand-Wide Performance – We can ensure consistent hood operation across all models within a single brand.
• Free-Closing Effect – It feels as if no hood lifters are installed, enhancing user experience.
• Premium Sound Quality – Engineered for a refined, high-quality functional sound based on competitive analysis and customer feedback.

R&D and Engineering Excellence

• Expertise in CAD design before mass production.
• Carry-over solutions for efficiency and consistency.
• Thoughtful, user-friendly design for easy installation.
• Application of DFMEA and Zero Defects (Poka-Yoke) methodologies to ensure reliability.
• Detailed fitting instructions for seamless mounting.
• Resident engineering support (RLE, ALTEN, MAGNA, BERTRANDT).

Superior Quality and Reliability

• Innovative design developed by OST PFAD GmbH R&D.
• High-quality gas springs featuring Dynamic Damping technology.
• Durable brackets coated with AkzoNobel paint.
• Corrosion-resistant screws with Black Zinc Flake coating from Atotech Zintek.

Quality Testing – Successfully Passed

• Technical Liquid Impact Test
• Durability Test (Kill Life Time) – 10,000 cycles
• Torque Loss Analysis
• Salt Spray Test – 1008 hours
• Edge and Burr Inspection
• Paint Performance Test
• Environmental Condition Testing (-40°C to +80°C)

Safety Testing – Successfully Passed

Physical Safety Test

• Pedestrian Protection Physical Test (ECE-R127)
• Hinge Checker Stopper Overload Test
• Zero-Defects Method – Prevents incorrect installation
• Customer Usage Simulation

CAE Simulation for:

• Clearance
• Hood Deflection due to Aerodynamic Loading
• Hood Shake in Open Position