Visteon Corporation (NYSE:VC) is honored to announce its affiliate Halla Climate Control Corporation (HCC) won the 2007 Automotive News PACE Award Competition for its innovative Wave Blade Fan and Saw Tooth Shroud cooling fan module. The award was presented at the 13th annual PACE Awards ceremony on April 16 at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit.
HCC, one of 12 winners, won in the product category. In accepting the award, HCC CEO and President YJ Shin thanked his team and recognized Halla's leading position in the market.
"I am very pleased to share this moment and share the organization's heart-felt thanks," he concluded in his acceptance speech. "We will continue to push forward with innovative initiative throughout its global network, along with targeting consumer satisfaction as our primary goal."
Unlike conventional engine-cooling fans, HCC's patented fan design integrates a single wave-blade fan and saw tooth-type shroud to create a low power, light weight and high efficiency cooling fan that significantly reduces overall noise, while increasing air flow. HCC's Wave Blade Fan and Saw Tooth Shroud cooling fan module is in production on the Hyundai Sonata for the North American market, as well as Hyundai and Kia vehicles in other markets.
"This prestigious award recognizes exceptional innovation of our HCC team," said Mike Johnston, Visteon chairman and CEO. "Visteon is proud to be partnered with a company recognized for its quality and technology leadership."
"As vehicle manufacturers strive to provide the most comfortable and quiet ride, reducing noise has become an increasingly important requirement for suppliers," explained Joy Greenway, vice president of Visteon's climate product group.
Visteon owns 70 percent of the equity shares of HCC. HCC produces a variety of leading climate control systems and components for the automotive industry, including air conditioning systems and heater assemblies, front-end modules, engine cooling modules, compressors, clutches and other components.
Visteon also received recognition at the PACE gala for its MACH(R) DSP technology for HD Radio(TM) reception -- taking home an Honorable Mention. This patented technology was the springboard for Visteon's HD Radio receiver. Last year, Visteon joined BMW to bring the first factory-installed HD Radio(TM) receiver to market on the 2006 BMW 6 and 7 series vehicles. Bill Whikehart, Visteon technical fellow, accepted this award on behalf of Visteon.
The PACE (Premier Automotive Suppliers' Contribution to Excellence) Award is presented by Automotive News, Microsoft, SAP and Transportation Research Center Inc., and recognizes suppliers for superior innovation, technological advancement and business performance. A group of independent judges selected the winners from a field of 23 finalists.
Visteon Corporation is a leading global automotive supplier that designs, engineers and manufactures innovative climate, interior, electronic and lighting products for vehicle manufacturers, and also provides a range of products and services to aftermarket customers. With corporate offices in Van Buren Township, Mich. (U.S.); Shanghai, China; and Kerpen, Germany; the company has facilities in 26 countries and employs approximately 45,000 people.
Source: Visteon Corporation
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Monday, April 23, 2007
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
A. J. Martyr's Engine Testing Book 3rd Edition to be Released at 2007 SAE World Congress
PLYMOUTH, Mich., April 16 /PRNewswire/ -- The 3rd Edition of Engine Testing, by A. J. Martyr and M. A. Plint, will be released in June 2007 by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and Elsevier Limited. This new edition is a major re-write by the surviving author, A. J. Martyr.
This book brings together the large amount of scattered information on theory and practice of engine testing, a fundamental part of development of new engine and powertrain systems, as well as modification of existing systems. This 3rd edition has a strong system integration theme, which is a vital part of the modern test engineer's requirements.
"The subject is now too wide for any one individual," said Tony Martyr, technical director, AVL UK Limited. "This 3rd edition has been rewritten to give the new generation of engineers, with more specialized skills, a view of the whole range of discipline and design practices outside their specialty with which they have to integrate."
The book retains all the basic physics of the first two editions, but in a rearranged format generated from reader feedback. The book also features a new first chapter focusing on problems faced by engineers that have to specify or project manage the construction or up-grade of test facilities, as well as practical experience advice. There is also an expanded chapter on chassis dynamometers.
Martyr, a 40-year veteran of the testing world, has extensive, world-wide experience both as a user and a designer of test facilities. Within AVL, he teaches subjects related to project control and test plant system integration. He runs customer seminars on various related subjects including the creation of test facility specifications. Martyr has held technical directorships in three of Europe's top ranked automotive test plant companies.
Martyr will be in the AVL Technology Café, booth #1977, Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. to discuss aspects of test plant integration. This session will concentrate on the start of the process and the problems of creating a test facility specification. Then at 11:00 a.m. he will discuss his 'second law of project control' - paper is cheaper to change than concrete. He will also focus on the more general problems of defining the roles and responsibilities within a complex project.
AVL is the world's largest privately owned and independent company for the development of gasoline, diesel and alternative fuel powertrain systems, as well as fuel cell and hybrid technologies. The company offers combined solutions of powertrain engineering, simulation software and testing and instrumentation systems. AVL's North American Headquarters is located in the Detroit suburb of Plymouth, Michigan.
For more information, AVL can be found at http://www.avl.com/
Source: AVL North America
This book brings together the large amount of scattered information on theory and practice of engine testing, a fundamental part of development of new engine and powertrain systems, as well as modification of existing systems. This 3rd edition has a strong system integration theme, which is a vital part of the modern test engineer's requirements.
"The subject is now too wide for any one individual," said Tony Martyr, technical director, AVL UK Limited. "This 3rd edition has been rewritten to give the new generation of engineers, with more specialized skills, a view of the whole range of discipline and design practices outside their specialty with which they have to integrate."
The book retains all the basic physics of the first two editions, but in a rearranged format generated from reader feedback. The book also features a new first chapter focusing on problems faced by engineers that have to specify or project manage the construction or up-grade of test facilities, as well as practical experience advice. There is also an expanded chapter on chassis dynamometers.
Martyr, a 40-year veteran of the testing world, has extensive, world-wide experience both as a user and a designer of test facilities. Within AVL, he teaches subjects related to project control and test plant system integration. He runs customer seminars on various related subjects including the creation of test facility specifications. Martyr has held technical directorships in three of Europe's top ranked automotive test plant companies.
Martyr will be in the AVL Technology Café, booth #1977, Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. to discuss aspects of test plant integration. This session will concentrate on the start of the process and the problems of creating a test facility specification. Then at 11:00 a.m. he will discuss his 'second law of project control' - paper is cheaper to change than concrete. He will also focus on the more general problems of defining the roles and responsibilities within a complex project.
AVL is the world's largest privately owned and independent company for the development of gasoline, diesel and alternative fuel powertrain systems, as well as fuel cell and hybrid technologies. The company offers combined solutions of powertrain engineering, simulation software and testing and instrumentation systems. AVL's North American Headquarters is located in the Detroit suburb of Plymouth, Michigan.
For more information, AVL can be found at http://www.avl.com/
Source: AVL North America
Monday, April 16, 2007
Henkel Introduces North American Acoustic Center
State-of-the-art research facility provides acoustic testing solutions and analysis
MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., April 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Henkel recently opened its new North American Acoustic Center, which analyzes acoustic material properties of automotive body structure panels to determine their effectiveness in vehicle applications. The acoustic center is the latest addition to Henkel's Automotive Technology Center -- a 65,000 square foot facility that provides research and development support of new Henkel products for OEM customers.
"Our investment of over $1 million in the new acoustic center indicates Henkel's innovation through commitment and dedication to the industry," said Dan Wohletz, vice president, automotive North America, Henkel. "The acoustic center adds credibility to our products and validates their functionality and performance, enabling us to evolve with industry changes and introduce a new generation of products to the market."
The acoustic center provides comprehensive testing of Henkel's individual and combined parts and pumpable acoustic solutions, offering customers performance and economical expertise in acoustics, along with detailed analytical results of their findings to offer optimum NVH solutions. In addition to panel vibration and sound propagation of a typical body structure, the facility conducts evaluations for vibration damping or stiffening body panels using materials loss factor. Additionally, sound transmission loss and absorption is used to measure and optimize body-in-white or component treatments. With a mobile acquisition system available to perform measurements and analysis at customer locations, Henkel is able to offer capabilities beyond the standard in-house Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and lab testing.
"The acoustic center allows us to conduct very detailed, advanced product evaluations," said Mike Lupini, manager, design and acoustics, automotive North America, Henkel. "We are focused on strengthening Henkel's ability to deliver quality solutions and exceed customer expectations."
Providing solutions for both internal and external customers, the acoustic center caters to the transportation industry. The center is staffed by three Henkel engineers, and additional candidates are being evaluated. The North American Acoustic Center is part of Henkel's worldwide network, including resources in Europe and Asia that support customers with global projects.
Henkel is the market leader in adhesives, sealants and surface treatments to the transportation industry. Backed by extensive design capabilities, a broad product range, specific application knowledge and technical expertise, the company delivers solutions to all segments of automotive development -- automotive body, interior, chassis, electronics and powertrain production. Through powerful brands like Loctite(R), Teroson(R), Autophoretic(R), Bonderite(R), Frekote(R) and Multan(TM), Henkel provides significant economic and environmental advantages for today's vehicles, making them safer, more comfortable and extending vehicle value.
"Henkel -- A Brand like a Friend." Henkel is a leader with brands and technologies that make people's lives easier, better and more beautiful. Henkel, a Fortune Global 500 company, operates in three strategic business areas -- Home Care, Personal Care, and Adhesives, Sealants and Surface Treatment. In fiscal 2006 Henkel generated sales of $16.6 billion. More than 50,000 employees work for Henkel worldwide. People in approximately 125 countries around the world trust in brands and technologies from Henkel.
Source: Henkel
MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., April 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Henkel recently opened its new North American Acoustic Center, which analyzes acoustic material properties of automotive body structure panels to determine their effectiveness in vehicle applications. The acoustic center is the latest addition to Henkel's Automotive Technology Center -- a 65,000 square foot facility that provides research and development support of new Henkel products for OEM customers.
"Our investment of over $1 million in the new acoustic center indicates Henkel's innovation through commitment and dedication to the industry," said Dan Wohletz, vice president, automotive North America, Henkel. "The acoustic center adds credibility to our products and validates their functionality and performance, enabling us to evolve with industry changes and introduce a new generation of products to the market."
The acoustic center provides comprehensive testing of Henkel's individual and combined parts and pumpable acoustic solutions, offering customers performance and economical expertise in acoustics, along with detailed analytical results of their findings to offer optimum NVH solutions. In addition to panel vibration and sound propagation of a typical body structure, the facility conducts evaluations for vibration damping or stiffening body panels using materials loss factor. Additionally, sound transmission loss and absorption is used to measure and optimize body-in-white or component treatments. With a mobile acquisition system available to perform measurements and analysis at customer locations, Henkel is able to offer capabilities beyond the standard in-house Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and lab testing.
"The acoustic center allows us to conduct very detailed, advanced product evaluations," said Mike Lupini, manager, design and acoustics, automotive North America, Henkel. "We are focused on strengthening Henkel's ability to deliver quality solutions and exceed customer expectations."
Providing solutions for both internal and external customers, the acoustic center caters to the transportation industry. The center is staffed by three Henkel engineers, and additional candidates are being evaluated. The North American Acoustic Center is part of Henkel's worldwide network, including resources in Europe and Asia that support customers with global projects.
Henkel is the market leader in adhesives, sealants and surface treatments to the transportation industry. Backed by extensive design capabilities, a broad product range, specific application knowledge and technical expertise, the company delivers solutions to all segments of automotive development -- automotive body, interior, chassis, electronics and powertrain production. Through powerful brands like Loctite(R), Teroson(R), Autophoretic(R), Bonderite(R), Frekote(R) and Multan(TM), Henkel provides significant economic and environmental advantages for today's vehicles, making them safer, more comfortable and extending vehicle value.
"Henkel -- A Brand like a Friend." Henkel is a leader with brands and technologies that make people's lives easier, better and more beautiful. Henkel, a Fortune Global 500 company, operates in three strategic business areas -- Home Care, Personal Care, and Adhesives, Sealants and Surface Treatment. In fiscal 2006 Henkel generated sales of $16.6 billion. More than 50,000 employees work for Henkel worldwide. People in approximately 125 countries around the world trust in brands and technologies from Henkel.
Source: Henkel
Yazaki Displays Latest Technology at SAE 2007 World Congress
Yazaki team members take part in panel discussions and technical presentations
Yazaki Corporation (Yazaki), a leading supplier of vehicle power and data solutions to the automotive industry, will display their latest technology at SAE 2007 World Congress this week at Cobo Conference and Exhibition Center in downtown Detroit, April 16- 19. The display, themed "Yazaki Connects You with Innovation," highlights a diverse portfolio of products and technology.
"We are excited about the show this year, and looking forward to demonstrating our latest technological advancements and capabilities," said Doug Burcicki, senior manager, Marketing and Product Management. "SAE World Congress is always a fantastic show that brings suppliers, customers and consumers together under one roof."
Yazaki's booth (#1566) will showcase digital power modules, connectors, instrumentation, and their latest hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) technology. Two of the main attractions at the booth will be a full size wire harness and HEV optimized buggy.
The wire harness, affixed to a display wall, will demonstrate how power is distributed throughout a vehicle and why proper connectivity is important for increased vehicle reliability. The HEV buggy features EEHXBSX wire, a high temperature wire. EEHXBSX is newly developed by Yazaki and is being used in Asian, European, and North American applications.
Also on display will be HEV wire with integrated shielding, which reduces weight and the number of components in the vehicle. These benefits result in cost reduction and less complex shielding structures. Plug-in type HEV connectors will be featured in the booth as well. As opposed to an eyelet-type HEV Motor to Inverter connection system, which will also be on display, the plug-in system makes the vehicle assembly process much easier.
SAE Panel Discussion
Yazaki Chief Engineer of R&D for Yazaki North America Richard Burns is participating in the Electronics Open Architectures panel discussion, Monday, April 16, at 2:30 p.m. The discussion, hosted by Jeff Owens, president of Delphi Electronics and Safety division, focuses on the performance requirements an open architecture needs to function effectively in the automotive environment. The experts will outline how open architecture impacts each sub-system and the challenges that are created. Burns will speak specifically of the impact on connectivity.
SAE Technology Paper Presentation
Fawaz Baltaji, product line manager, and Eric Olsen, senior manager Yazaki North America, Inc. will present their research paper titled, "Digital Connectivity Trends for In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems," during the Taste of Convergence 2006 technical paper session on Thursday, April 19, at 9:30 a.m. in room W2-64. Baltaji and Olsen were asked to present their paper at SAE after being chosen as one of the top five papers presented at Convergence last October. The paper discusses the evolution of in-vehicle infotainment systems over the last decade, and the growth in the industry.
About Yazaki
Yazaki Corporation is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions, as well as advanced electronic technologies for vehicle applications. Yazaki produces electrical distribution systems, fiber optics, instrumentation, solid-state power centers, connection systems and electronics. Worldwide, the company employs over 160,000 people in 38 countries, 1,500 of whom are based in the company's North American headquarters and research center campus in Canton, Michigan.
For more information on Yazaki, log onto www.yazaki-na.com
Source: Yazaki Corporation
Yazaki Corporation (Yazaki), a leading supplier of vehicle power and data solutions to the automotive industry, will display their latest technology at SAE 2007 World Congress this week at Cobo Conference and Exhibition Center in downtown Detroit, April 16- 19. The display, themed "Yazaki Connects You with Innovation," highlights a diverse portfolio of products and technology.
"We are excited about the show this year, and looking forward to demonstrating our latest technological advancements and capabilities," said Doug Burcicki, senior manager, Marketing and Product Management. "SAE World Congress is always a fantastic show that brings suppliers, customers and consumers together under one roof."
Yazaki's booth (#1566) will showcase digital power modules, connectors, instrumentation, and their latest hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) technology. Two of the main attractions at the booth will be a full size wire harness and HEV optimized buggy.
The wire harness, affixed to a display wall, will demonstrate how power is distributed throughout a vehicle and why proper connectivity is important for increased vehicle reliability. The HEV buggy features EEHXBSX wire, a high temperature wire. EEHXBSX is newly developed by Yazaki and is being used in Asian, European, and North American applications.
Also on display will be HEV wire with integrated shielding, which reduces weight and the number of components in the vehicle. These benefits result in cost reduction and less complex shielding structures. Plug-in type HEV connectors will be featured in the booth as well. As opposed to an eyelet-type HEV Motor to Inverter connection system, which will also be on display, the plug-in system makes the vehicle assembly process much easier.
SAE Panel Discussion
Yazaki Chief Engineer of R&D for Yazaki North America Richard Burns is participating in the Electronics Open Architectures panel discussion, Monday, April 16, at 2:30 p.m. The discussion, hosted by Jeff Owens, president of Delphi Electronics and Safety division, focuses on the performance requirements an open architecture needs to function effectively in the automotive environment. The experts will outline how open architecture impacts each sub-system and the challenges that are created. Burns will speak specifically of the impact on connectivity.
SAE Technology Paper Presentation
Fawaz Baltaji, product line manager, and Eric Olsen, senior manager Yazaki North America, Inc. will present their research paper titled, "Digital Connectivity Trends for In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems," during the Taste of Convergence 2006 technical paper session on Thursday, April 19, at 9:30 a.m. in room W2-64. Baltaji and Olsen were asked to present their paper at SAE after being chosen as one of the top five papers presented at Convergence last October. The paper discusses the evolution of in-vehicle infotainment systems over the last decade, and the growth in the industry.
About Yazaki
Yazaki Corporation is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions, as well as advanced electronic technologies for vehicle applications. Yazaki produces electrical distribution systems, fiber optics, instrumentation, solid-state power centers, connection systems and electronics. Worldwide, the company employs over 160,000 people in 38 countries, 1,500 of whom are based in the company's North American headquarters and research center campus in Canton, Michigan.
For more information on Yazaki, log onto www.yazaki-na.com
Source: Yazaki Corporation
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Preh Honored by General Motors as a 2006 Supplier of the Year
NOVI, Mich., April 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Preh was presented the General Motors 2006 Supplier of the Year award for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class parts and services. The 15th annual award - themed the "Best of the Best" - was given during ceremonies Saturday, March 31 at the JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes in Orlando, Fla.
"We are proud to honor Preh as one of the 'Best of the Best' GM suppliers in 2006," said Bo Andersson, GM group vice president, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain. "Preh achieved the award based on outstanding performance in 2006. We appreciate their energy, hard work and dedication to the success of GM."
"For us to be selected a second time as GM Supplier of the Year is a great honor," said Dr. Michael Roesnick, president and CEO of Preh GmbH. "The primary reason for our success is due to outstanding Preh internal teamwork, coupled with an excellent working relationship with GM. All the climate control systems that we supply to GM are developed in-house with customer participation prior to manufacturing, ensuring the highest product quality right from the start. The award testifies that we are on the right track with this strategy."
The GM Supplier of the Year award began as a global program in 1992. Winners are selected by a global team of executives from purchasing, engineering, manufacturing and logistics who base their decisions on supplier performance in quality, service, technology and price. This year, General Motors honored 89 suppliers for their outstanding performance throughout 2006.
About Preh
Preh was founded in Germany in 1919. As a full-service supplier, Preh works directly with major automakers in the development and manufacture of complete interior control systems, sensors and electronic control units.
The company maintains in-house capabilities for plastics injection molding, precision mechanics, light-pipe design, electronics hardware, surface finishing, laser etching and software development.
With sales of $360 million (USD) in 2006, Preh employs over 1,900 people located in Germany, Portugal, France, Mexico and the U.S. 86 percent of Preh's annual revenue comes from its automotive business. Preh's U.S. customer service center is located in Novi, Mich.
Source: Preh
"We are proud to honor Preh as one of the 'Best of the Best' GM suppliers in 2006," said Bo Andersson, GM group vice president, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain. "Preh achieved the award based on outstanding performance in 2006. We appreciate their energy, hard work and dedication to the success of GM."
"For us to be selected a second time as GM Supplier of the Year is a great honor," said Dr. Michael Roesnick, president and CEO of Preh GmbH. "The primary reason for our success is due to outstanding Preh internal teamwork, coupled with an excellent working relationship with GM. All the climate control systems that we supply to GM are developed in-house with customer participation prior to manufacturing, ensuring the highest product quality right from the start. The award testifies that we are on the right track with this strategy."
The GM Supplier of the Year award began as a global program in 1992. Winners are selected by a global team of executives from purchasing, engineering, manufacturing and logistics who base their decisions on supplier performance in quality, service, technology and price. This year, General Motors honored 89 suppliers for their outstanding performance throughout 2006.
About Preh
Preh was founded in Germany in 1919. As a full-service supplier, Preh works directly with major automakers in the development and manufacture of complete interior control systems, sensors and electronic control units.
The company maintains in-house capabilities for plastics injection molding, precision mechanics, light-pipe design, electronics hardware, surface finishing, laser etching and software development.
With sales of $360 million (USD) in 2006, Preh employs over 1,900 people located in Germany, Portugal, France, Mexico and the U.S. 86 percent of Preh's annual revenue comes from its automotive business. Preh's U.S. customer service center is located in Novi, Mich.
Source: Preh
Innovative Technology from Kolene Drives SAE World Congress
The Kolene Corporation will showcase the future of manufacturing efficiency to some 30,000 engineer and TACOM military leaders at this year's SAE World Congress, April 16 - 19, at Detroit's Cobo Hall.
With more than $3.5 million in new orders from Sikorsky and the U.S. Army, Kolene immersion processes can be tailored for small passenger car engines and components, tank engines and helicopter blades.
"Our unique processes are setting new benchmarks for costs, quality and throughput across the entire spectrum of the transportation industry with customers like Boeing, GE, Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney," said Roger L. Shoemaker, Chairman, President and CEO of Kolene Corporation. "Whether it's descaling precision titanium helicopter blades for Sikorsky or cleaning entire tank engines at the U.S. Army's Anniston Depot in Alabama, the performance of our systems have a profound impact on improving manufacturing efficiencies along with significant environmental advantages."
In measuring operating efficiency, Shoemaker said the new process at Anniston can clean an entire tank engine in as little as 30 minutes, making it ready for reassembly. The traditional method of sandblasting, grinding, steam cleaning and rework takes up to eight hours.
Typical applications for the process include preparing iron castings for final assembly by removing scales, oxides and sand; dissolving ingested sand and dirt from jet engine blades; removing all forms of carbon, paints and coatings; descaling stainless, titanium and super alloys and cleaning gas and diesel engine components for remanufacturing.
The sizing and capabilities of Kolene processes are carefully tailored to individual customer requirements. Currently, Kolene has process units with work zone envelopes as small as 18x18x18 inches and systems than can accommodate 60 foot long components. Units can be installed for as little as a few hundred thousand dollars to major systems which can cost up to several million dollars each. Work handling options range from simple, manually- controlled hoists to fully automated systems.
By using proprietary formulations of inorganic chemicals, Kolene molten salt processes are unique in that they continue to perform even when saturated with reaction byproducts. The baths are self-regulating, rejecting excess byproducts which are collected in specialized zones. This capability of byproduct rejection and additions of fresh process chemicals allows the system to provide long-term repeatable, consistent results with minimal environmental impact.
Kolene was founded in Detroit in 1939 and has some 35 team members in 3 facilities in Detroit, Michigan. The company has experience across a variety of industries and military applications in processing high performance equipment and components and boasts a unique base of intellectual property.
Source: Kolene Corporation
With more than $3.5 million in new orders from Sikorsky and the U.S. Army, Kolene immersion processes can be tailored for small passenger car engines and components, tank engines and helicopter blades.
"Our unique processes are setting new benchmarks for costs, quality and throughput across the entire spectrum of the transportation industry with customers like Boeing, GE, Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney," said Roger L. Shoemaker, Chairman, President and CEO of Kolene Corporation. "Whether it's descaling precision titanium helicopter blades for Sikorsky or cleaning entire tank engines at the U.S. Army's Anniston Depot in Alabama, the performance of our systems have a profound impact on improving manufacturing efficiencies along with significant environmental advantages."
In measuring operating efficiency, Shoemaker said the new process at Anniston can clean an entire tank engine in as little as 30 minutes, making it ready for reassembly. The traditional method of sandblasting, grinding, steam cleaning and rework takes up to eight hours.
Typical applications for the process include preparing iron castings for final assembly by removing scales, oxides and sand; dissolving ingested sand and dirt from jet engine blades; removing all forms of carbon, paints and coatings; descaling stainless, titanium and super alloys and cleaning gas and diesel engine components for remanufacturing.
The sizing and capabilities of Kolene processes are carefully tailored to individual customer requirements. Currently, Kolene has process units with work zone envelopes as small as 18x18x18 inches and systems than can accommodate 60 foot long components. Units can be installed for as little as a few hundred thousand dollars to major systems which can cost up to several million dollars each. Work handling options range from simple, manually- controlled hoists to fully automated systems.
By using proprietary formulations of inorganic chemicals, Kolene molten salt processes are unique in that they continue to perform even when saturated with reaction byproducts. The baths are self-regulating, rejecting excess byproducts which are collected in specialized zones. This capability of byproduct rejection and additions of fresh process chemicals allows the system to provide long-term repeatable, consistent results with minimal environmental impact.
Kolene was founded in Detroit in 1939 and has some 35 team members in 3 facilities in Detroit, Michigan. The company has experience across a variety of industries and military applications in processing high performance equipment and components and boasts a unique base of intellectual property.
Source: Kolene Corporation
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Henkel to Showcase Automotive Solutions at SAE World Congress
Highlights include technology display, technical papers and revamped Web site
Henkel will display its innovative automotive solutions at the 2007 SAE World Congress, April 16-19, 2007, in Detroit. Technologies include the world's first non-phosphate nanoceramic pretreatment for automotive metals, as well as the latest advances in the company's structural solutions.
"For more than 75 years, Henkel has taken great pride in providing customers with innovative solutions and reduced costs to meet the complex challenges in the automotive industry," said Dan Wohletz, vice president, automotive North America, Henkel. "We are excited to showcase our customized products and solutions that support all segments of the industry."
In booth 1560 at SAE World Congress, Henkel's display includes many of its automotive solutions and advanced technologies, including:
* Bonderite(R) Nanoceramic Pretreatment Technology - the world's first non-phosphate nanoceramic conversion coating process for metals that reduces cost and environmental impact.
* Autophoretic(R) Coating Chemicals - an organic coating process that reduces the number and complexity of stages needed for painting parts, improving the total value and productivity of the manufacturing process while meeting environmental requirements.
* Structural Adhesives - cold-applied and impact-resistant adhesives, designed to absorb energy during impact and channel energy to the body structure to reduce or eliminate failure of the bond seam.
* Structured Solutions - Henkel's Terocore(R), Terophon(R) and Teroson(R) technologies provide complete solutions to address water leakage, structural reinforcement, and noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) challenges.
* Integrated Equipment Solutions(TM) - streamlined production achieved by combining custom and standard processes with an innovative dispensing technique to ensure efficient use of a company's chemical portfolio.
* Liquid Gasketing - a broad range of formed-in-place and cured-in-place liquid gaskets available to improve assembly, efficiency, quality and reliability while reducing costs.
Additionally, Henkel will deliver technical sessions in the areas of corrosion prevention and advances in coating technology. Sessions include:
* New Generation Conversion Coatings for the Automotive Industry, Monday, April 16 at 10:00 a.m. - Henkel experts will speak on the transformation of zinc phosphate conversion coatings, environmental restrictions on essential components and byproducts, and advantages of the new generation conversion coatings through performance milestones and environmental cost savings.
* Autodeposition Coatings: How and Why They Perform, Thursday, April 19 at 2:00 p.m. - Henkel experts will deliver information on Henkel's autodeposition process, general chemistry, physical characteristics and corrosion performance.
For more information on Henkel's automotive technologies, visit its redesigned Web site at http://www.henkelna.com/automotive. The revamped Web site features detailed information on Henkel's products and services for body and assembly, exterior, interior, powertrain and underhood, chassis and wheel, automotive electronics and aftermarket and repair. Henkel's modified Web site provides more accessibility by allowing customers more user-friendly options.
Henkel is the market leader in adhesives, sealants and surface treatments to the transportation industry. Backed by extensive design capabilities, a broad product range, specific application knowledge and technical expertise, the company delivers solutions to all segments of automotive development - automotive body, interior, chassis, electronics and powertrain production. Through powerful brands like Loctite(R), Teroson(R), Autophoretic(R), Bonderite(R), Frekote(R) and Multan(TM), Henkel provides significant economic and environmental advantages for today's vehicles, making them safer, more comfortable and extending vehicle value.
"Henkel - A Brand like a Friend." Henkel is a leader with brands and technologies that make people's lives easier, better and more beautiful. Henkel, a Fortune Global 500 company, operates in three strategic business areas - Home Care, Personal Care, and Adhesives, Sealants and Surface Treatment. In fiscal 2006 Henkel generated sales of $16.6 billion. More than 50,000 employees work for Henkel worldwide. People in approximately 125 countries around the world trust in brands and technologies from Henkel.
Source: Henkel Corporation
Henkel will display its innovative automotive solutions at the 2007 SAE World Congress, April 16-19, 2007, in Detroit. Technologies include the world's first non-phosphate nanoceramic pretreatment for automotive metals, as well as the latest advances in the company's structural solutions.
"For more than 75 years, Henkel has taken great pride in providing customers with innovative solutions and reduced costs to meet the complex challenges in the automotive industry," said Dan Wohletz, vice president, automotive North America, Henkel. "We are excited to showcase our customized products and solutions that support all segments of the industry."
In booth 1560 at SAE World Congress, Henkel's display includes many of its automotive solutions and advanced technologies, including:
* Bonderite(R) Nanoceramic Pretreatment Technology - the world's first non-phosphate nanoceramic conversion coating process for metals that reduces cost and environmental impact.
* Autophoretic(R) Coating Chemicals - an organic coating process that reduces the number and complexity of stages needed for painting parts, improving the total value and productivity of the manufacturing process while meeting environmental requirements.
* Structural Adhesives - cold-applied and impact-resistant adhesives, designed to absorb energy during impact and channel energy to the body structure to reduce or eliminate failure of the bond seam.
* Structured Solutions - Henkel's Terocore(R), Terophon(R) and Teroson(R) technologies provide complete solutions to address water leakage, structural reinforcement, and noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) challenges.
* Integrated Equipment Solutions(TM) - streamlined production achieved by combining custom and standard processes with an innovative dispensing technique to ensure efficient use of a company's chemical portfolio.
* Liquid Gasketing - a broad range of formed-in-place and cured-in-place liquid gaskets available to improve assembly, efficiency, quality and reliability while reducing costs.
Additionally, Henkel will deliver technical sessions in the areas of corrosion prevention and advances in coating technology. Sessions include:
* New Generation Conversion Coatings for the Automotive Industry, Monday, April 16 at 10:00 a.m. - Henkel experts will speak on the transformation of zinc phosphate conversion coatings, environmental restrictions on essential components and byproducts, and advantages of the new generation conversion coatings through performance milestones and environmental cost savings.
* Autodeposition Coatings: How and Why They Perform, Thursday, April 19 at 2:00 p.m. - Henkel experts will deliver information on Henkel's autodeposition process, general chemistry, physical characteristics and corrosion performance.
For more information on Henkel's automotive technologies, visit its redesigned Web site at http://www.henkelna.com/automotive. The revamped Web site features detailed information on Henkel's products and services for body and assembly, exterior, interior, powertrain and underhood, chassis and wheel, automotive electronics and aftermarket and repair. Henkel's modified Web site provides more accessibility by allowing customers more user-friendly options.
Henkel is the market leader in adhesives, sealants and surface treatments to the transportation industry. Backed by extensive design capabilities, a broad product range, specific application knowledge and technical expertise, the company delivers solutions to all segments of automotive development - automotive body, interior, chassis, electronics and powertrain production. Through powerful brands like Loctite(R), Teroson(R), Autophoretic(R), Bonderite(R), Frekote(R) and Multan(TM), Henkel provides significant economic and environmental advantages for today's vehicles, making them safer, more comfortable and extending vehicle value.
"Henkel - A Brand like a Friend." Henkel is a leader with brands and technologies that make people's lives easier, better and more beautiful. Henkel, a Fortune Global 500 company, operates in three strategic business areas - Home Care, Personal Care, and Adhesives, Sealants and Surface Treatment. In fiscal 2006 Henkel generated sales of $16.6 billion. More than 50,000 employees work for Henkel worldwide. People in approximately 125 countries around the world trust in brands and technologies from Henkel.
Source: Henkel Corporation
Florida Governor Crist Signs Proclamation to Observe April 2007 as Automotive Career Month
Governor Charlie Crist has issued a proclamation to The Florida Automobile Dealers Association (FADA) for citizens to observe Automotive Career Month in the State of Florida for April 2007. Students from schools across the state will converge on auto dealerships to learn more about the rapidly expanding career opportunities in the auto industry, as part of the nationwide Automotive Career Month, sponsored by the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA).
The goal of Automotive Career Month is to bring students into the dealerships to consider careers and ease staffing shortages that currently plague the auto industry. There are more than 104,000 job openings in dealerships nationwide, according to a recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive for Automotive Retailing Today. Positions with high income potential can be found can be found in almost every dealership throughout the state, including such fields as: Sales, Service and Repair, Finance, Marketing, and Administration.
Dealers are opening their dealerships to students for "behind-the-scenes" tours to see first-hand how the business operates in all areas. Students will have the opportunity to interact directly with dealership employees and glean insight into potential career opportunities.
"Many young people and their parents are surprised to learn that dealerships offer such a wide variety of outstanding career opportunities," said Ted Smith, FADA president. "Our dealers are thrilled to have a chance to share their experiences with the students, and we hope that many will end up strongly considering careers in our industry."
To help meet the demand for service technicians, FADA has been the driving force behind an effort to establish the industry's Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) school-to-career initiative throughout Florida.
The AYES program provides high school students with the technical education necessary to service today's automobiles and to overcome some of the stereotypes that may lead students, parents and school guidance counselors to reject careers in the automotive industry. Today's automobiles contain an average of 17 different computer systems and seven miles of wiring, and with the advent of hybrid vehicles and hydrogen fuel cells, the skill levels necessary are constantly increasing.
FADA hopes to grow their AYES program through events such as Career Month, so students statewide are given the opportunity to explore careers in the auto industry.
For information on NADA's Career Month, visit http://www.nada.org/careers
Source: The Florida Automobile Dealers Association (FADA)
The goal of Automotive Career Month is to bring students into the dealerships to consider careers and ease staffing shortages that currently plague the auto industry. There are more than 104,000 job openings in dealerships nationwide, according to a recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive for Automotive Retailing Today. Positions with high income potential can be found can be found in almost every dealership throughout the state, including such fields as: Sales, Service and Repair, Finance, Marketing, and Administration.
Dealers are opening their dealerships to students for "behind-the-scenes" tours to see first-hand how the business operates in all areas. Students will have the opportunity to interact directly with dealership employees and glean insight into potential career opportunities.
"Many young people and their parents are surprised to learn that dealerships offer such a wide variety of outstanding career opportunities," said Ted Smith, FADA president. "Our dealers are thrilled to have a chance to share their experiences with the students, and we hope that many will end up strongly considering careers in our industry."
To help meet the demand for service technicians, FADA has been the driving force behind an effort to establish the industry's Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) school-to-career initiative throughout Florida.
The AYES program provides high school students with the technical education necessary to service today's automobiles and to overcome some of the stereotypes that may lead students, parents and school guidance counselors to reject careers in the automotive industry. Today's automobiles contain an average of 17 different computer systems and seven miles of wiring, and with the advent of hybrid vehicles and hydrogen fuel cells, the skill levels necessary are constantly increasing.
FADA hopes to grow their AYES program through events such as Career Month, so students statewide are given the opportunity to explore careers in the auto industry.
For information on NADA's Career Month, visit http://www.nada.org/careers
Source: The Florida Automobile Dealers Association (FADA)
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Spartan Chassis Expands Manufacturing Capacity with Two Additional Plants
Spartan Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPAR) , announced the purchase of two manufacturing facilities near its headquarters in Charlotte, Mich.
The facilities, which total 80,000 square-feet, will help Spartan meet anticipated increased demand from its military customers to supply and integrate key chassis components for Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles, while also creating capacity at Spartan's other facilities for fire truck and motorhome chassis production.
"We are growing our overall capacity to meet the sustained demand we are seeing for our specialty chassis products," said Richard Schalter, president of Spartan Chassis. "Along with our newly constructed 107,000-square-foot fire truck cab and chassis facility, the new facilities will allow us to grow market share for existing products, while also introducing new products."
Spartan Motors reported it plans to spend $8 million to purchase and renovate the facilities, and expects the two recently purchased facilities to be operational in the third quarter of 2007.
"Our recent capacity additions are improving efficiency at Spartan Chassis, as we can better specialize and focus production within a facility on just RV, fire truck or specialty vehicle products," said John Sztykiel, president and CEO of Spartan Motors. "Overall, the dynamic of added capacity and efficiency will help us grow as we focus on becoming the premier manufacturer of specialty vehicles and chassis in North America."
The MRAP vehicles are designed to protect their occupants from a combination of mines, rocket-propelled grenades, or RPGs, and improvised explosive devices, or IEDs, through their V-shaped hull, raised chassis and improved armor. According to U.S. government reports, roadside bombs and IEDs account for 70 percent of U.S. deaths and injuries in Iraq.
About Spartan Chassis, Inc.:
Spartan Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPAR) , is a leading developer and manufacturer of custom chassis for recreational vehicles, fire trucks and specialty vehicles. Spartan Motors, which also manufactures emergency rescue vehicles under the brand names of Crimson Fire, Crimson Fire Aerials and Road Rescue, reported sales of $445 million in 2006 and is focused on becoming the premier manufacturer of specialty vehicles and chassis in North America.
This release contains forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements concerning our business, future plans and objectives and the performance of our products. These forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that ultimately may not prove to be accurate. Actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Technical complications may arise that could prevent the prompt implementation of the plans outlined above. The company cautions that these forward-looking statements are further qualified by other factors including, but not limited to, those set forth in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filing and other filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (available at http://www.sec.gov/). Government contracts and subcontracts typically involve long payment and purchase cycles, competitive bidding, qualification requirements, delays or changes in funding, extensive specification development and changes, price negotiations and milestone requirements. An announced award of a governmental contract is not equivalent to a finalized executed contract and does not assure that orders will be issued and filled. Government agencies also often retain some portion of fees payable upon completion of a project and collection of contract fees may be delayed for long periods, which can negatively impact both prime contractors and subcontractors. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any statements in this release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
Source: Spartan Chassis, Inc.
The facilities, which total 80,000 square-feet, will help Spartan meet anticipated increased demand from its military customers to supply and integrate key chassis components for Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles, while also creating capacity at Spartan's other facilities for fire truck and motorhome chassis production.
"We are growing our overall capacity to meet the sustained demand we are seeing for our specialty chassis products," said Richard Schalter, president of Spartan Chassis. "Along with our newly constructed 107,000-square-foot fire truck cab and chassis facility, the new facilities will allow us to grow market share for existing products, while also introducing new products."
Spartan Motors reported it plans to spend $8 million to purchase and renovate the facilities, and expects the two recently purchased facilities to be operational in the third quarter of 2007.
"Our recent capacity additions are improving efficiency at Spartan Chassis, as we can better specialize and focus production within a facility on just RV, fire truck or specialty vehicle products," said John Sztykiel, president and CEO of Spartan Motors. "Overall, the dynamic of added capacity and efficiency will help us grow as we focus on becoming the premier manufacturer of specialty vehicles and chassis in North America."
The MRAP vehicles are designed to protect their occupants from a combination of mines, rocket-propelled grenades, or RPGs, and improvised explosive devices, or IEDs, through their V-shaped hull, raised chassis and improved armor. According to U.S. government reports, roadside bombs and IEDs account for 70 percent of U.S. deaths and injuries in Iraq.
About Spartan Chassis, Inc.:
Spartan Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPAR) , is a leading developer and manufacturer of custom chassis for recreational vehicles, fire trucks and specialty vehicles. Spartan Motors, which also manufactures emergency rescue vehicles under the brand names of Crimson Fire, Crimson Fire Aerials and Road Rescue, reported sales of $445 million in 2006 and is focused on becoming the premier manufacturer of specialty vehicles and chassis in North America.
This release contains forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements concerning our business, future plans and objectives and the performance of our products. These forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that ultimately may not prove to be accurate. Actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Technical complications may arise that could prevent the prompt implementation of the plans outlined above. The company cautions that these forward-looking statements are further qualified by other factors including, but not limited to, those set forth in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filing and other filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (available at http://www.sec.gov/). Government contracts and subcontracts typically involve long payment and purchase cycles, competitive bidding, qualification requirements, delays or changes in funding, extensive specification development and changes, price negotiations and milestone requirements. An announced award of a governmental contract is not equivalent to a finalized executed contract and does not assure that orders will be issued and filled. Government agencies also often retain some portion of fees payable upon completion of a project and collection of contract fees may be delayed for long periods, which can negatively impact both prime contractors and subcontractors. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any statements in this release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
Source: Spartan Chassis, Inc.
Saturday, April 7, 2007
DENSO Honored by General Motors as a 2006 Supplier of the Year
DENSO International America was presented the General Motors 2006 Supplier of the Year award for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class parts and services. The 15th annual award -- themed the "Best of the Best" -- was given during ceremonies Saturday, March 31 at the JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes in Orlando, Fl.
"We are proud to honor DENSO as one of the 'Best of the Best' GM suppliers in 2006," said Bo Andersson, GM group vice president, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain. "DENSO achieved the award based on outstanding performance in 2006. We appreciate their energy, hard work and dedication to the success of GM."
"DENSO is honored to receive the Supplier of the Year Award for four different products this year," said Terry Helgesen, senior vice president, Marketing Division, DENSO International America. "This would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of all of our manufacturing, engineering and sales employees who are committed to providing GM with the highest quality and best value. We are committed to working to provide the highest total value to GM."
DENSO was recognized for its heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system, windshield wipers, fuel injectors and navigation system.
The GM Supplier of the Year award began as a global program in 1992. Winners are selected by a global team of executives from purchasing, engineering, manufacturing and logistics who base their decisions on supplier performance in quality, service, technology and price. This year, General Motors honored 89 suppliers for their outstanding performance throughout 2006.
DENSO Corporation, headquartered in Kariya, Aichi prefecture, Japan, is a leading global supplier of advanced technology, systems and components. Its customers include all the world's major carmakers. Worldwide, the company employs approximately 106,000 people in 32 countries and regions, including Japan. Consolidated global sales for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2006 totaled US$27.3 billion.
For more information, go to http://www.globaldenso.com/
In the Americas, DENSO employs more than 15,000 people at 33 companies with consolidated sales of US$5.9 billion for the above fiscal year. Southfield, Mich.-based DENSO International America, Inc., serves as DENSO's North American headquarters.
For more information, go to http://www.densocorp-na.com/
Source: DENSO Corporation
"We are proud to honor DENSO as one of the 'Best of the Best' GM suppliers in 2006," said Bo Andersson, GM group vice president, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain. "DENSO achieved the award based on outstanding performance in 2006. We appreciate their energy, hard work and dedication to the success of GM."
"DENSO is honored to receive the Supplier of the Year Award for four different products this year," said Terry Helgesen, senior vice president, Marketing Division, DENSO International America. "This would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of all of our manufacturing, engineering and sales employees who are committed to providing GM with the highest quality and best value. We are committed to working to provide the highest total value to GM."
DENSO was recognized for its heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system, windshield wipers, fuel injectors and navigation system.
The GM Supplier of the Year award began as a global program in 1992. Winners are selected by a global team of executives from purchasing, engineering, manufacturing and logistics who base their decisions on supplier performance in quality, service, technology and price. This year, General Motors honored 89 suppliers for their outstanding performance throughout 2006.
DENSO Corporation, headquartered in Kariya, Aichi prefecture, Japan, is a leading global supplier of advanced technology, systems and components. Its customers include all the world's major carmakers. Worldwide, the company employs approximately 106,000 people in 32 countries and regions, including Japan. Consolidated global sales for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2006 totaled US$27.3 billion.
For more information, go to http://www.globaldenso.com/
In the Americas, DENSO employs more than 15,000 people at 33 companies with consolidated sales of US$5.9 billion for the above fiscal year. Southfield, Mich.-based DENSO International America, Inc., serves as DENSO's North American headquarters.
For more information, go to http://www.densocorp-na.com/
Source: DENSO Corporation
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