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ArticleGKN’s expertise used for Volvo XC90
UK – The company worked with Volvo Cars in the development of the front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) drivelines for the new model, which will hit British roads this month. The collaboration aimed to find technical solutions to maximise efficiency, rear interior space, durability and performance.“The system created ...
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ArticleToyota Technical Center expands, Michigan
US – The $126m project, which includes the construction of two new buildings in York Township, got underway today with a groundbreaking ceremony. Besides a prototype facility for vehicle development and a supplier centre, the development will enlarge Toyota’s powertrain development facility at its Ann Arbor Township campus. The work ...
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ArticleMercedes-Benz Pune starts making GLA
India – The compact car will join five other models in the plant’s production line-up: the S-, E- and C-Class sedans plus the GL- and M-Class SUVs. The factory was recently extended to produce 20,000 units per year and was also upgraded with new technology for the GLA, including extra ...
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ArticleNissan Sunderland expands for Q30
UK – The workforce at the OEM’s plant in the north of the country is growing by 300 individuals, more than the 180 originally announced in 2012 following the allocation of the Infiniti model. The factory has already been extended by 25,000 sq.m at a cost of £250m ($388m), incorporating ...
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ArticleNew Employee Relations head, FCA
US – With Al Iacobelli retiring from the company, Glenn Shagena will assume the role of head of Employee Relations for North America with immediate effect. Shagena was most recently head of FCA Mexico Human Resources.Shagena joined the company in 1985, working in the Labor Relations department at the Sterling ...
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ArticleRenault Dieppe starts making Bolloré Bluecar
France – Assembly began this month of the all-electric city car, which was previously made only in Italy. The vehicles are being assembled from bodies and parts brought into the plant by Bolloré.Renault Dieppe, which was established in 1969, specialises in small production runs and currently makes the Clio RS ...
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ArticleFixed-mount barcode readers
The DataMan 150, 260 and 360 series of fixed-mount, image-based, ID readers run the latest Cognex algorithms to achieve the highest possible read rates, claims the company.The serial USB-based DataMan 150 series and Ethernet-based 260 series models offer straight or right-angled configurations to fit into tight spaces. DataMan 360 series ...
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ArticleNew range of Bi-face radius cutters
Toolex says it offers two types of its new bi-face cutters; mini with two flutes in four radius sizes from 0.2 to 0.5mm and standard with three flutes in ten radius sizes from 0.5 to 3.0mm, all with a claimed tolerance of ±0.02mm on the radius.The company says the cutters ...
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ArticleSkoda halves production energy per car
Czech Republic – Over the 20 years the OEM has been working with its energy provider, Sko-Energo, production has seen a drop of more than 50% in energy use and a “significant” reduction in water consumption (including 15% in 2014).“Using energy efficiently gives companies a real competitive edge,” said Michael ...
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ArcelorMittal: Laser Welded Blanks – A key enabler to lighter and stronger automotive steel solutions
How can ArcelorMittal Tailored Blanks help carmakers achieve their weight, safety and cost targets?In this webinar we focused on the benefits of LWB’s applications: Highlighting the advantages of LWBs in combination with hot stamping technology Showcasing the weight saving potential of LWBs by showing examples of innovative solutionsSpecialists outlined ...
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ArticleMercedes chooses Hankook for Actros
Germany – Four product types will be supplied for the heavy-duty truck in accordance with the new deal: the AL10 and DL10 long-haul tyres, plus the AM06 and DM03 off-road tyres. This extends an existing OE agreement from last year.The AL10 will be supplied in two sizes: 295/80R22.5 and 385/55R22.5; ...
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ArticleTVR to return to production
UK – Led by a fresh management team, the brand – established in 1947 – will make its comeback with a new sports car designed and built in Britain, in collaboration with Gordon Murray Design and Cosworth. The project has already spent one year in development.TVR says the vehicle will ...
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ArticleSVW to boost EV production with expansion at Anting
China – The decision between Volkswagen and SAIC to grow the main facility of their joint venture, SVW, will enable the full localisation of VW electric vehicles (EVs) on a gradual basis. In four years’ time, a new EV based on VW’s Chinese bestseller, the Lavida, will roll off the ...
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ArticleModel predictive control software
Rockwell Automation claims its Pavilion8 Model Predictive Control (MPC) software now offers a more user-friendly configuration environment, step-by-step prompts, warning diagnostics and flexible work flows.The company says this v5.0 software remains control system independent, but integrates with its PlantPAx process automation system and includes four key enhancements: Updated, Windows-based solution ...
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ArticleSurface measurement testers
AMETEK Taylor Hobson says it has added two new products to its range of surface measurement testers. These are the Surtronic Duo portable surface roughness tester for shopfloor and on-site measurement of multiple roughness parameters and the Intra Touch contour and finish measurement system for applications including precision machining.The company ...
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FCA makes senior management changes in UK
UK – Karl Howkins is newly appointed as deputy managing director and will head up a streamlined structure, with two country directors looking after the Fiat/Abarth and Jeep/Alfa Romeo marques – respectively, Elena Bernardelli and Damien Dally.Bernardelli was previously marketing director at Fiat; Dally headed up Alfa Romeo in the ...
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ArticleBarratt is Ford Britain’s new MD
UK – Effective from July 1, Andy Barratt will be chairman and managing director; his predecessor, Mark Ovenden, is moving on to become president and CEO of Ford Sollers, the joint venture with JSC Sollers in Russia.Barratt has experience of leading Ford sales teams within the UK and was also ...
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ArticleGM invests $119m in parts plant
US – The expenditure on tools and equipment at the OEM’s Grand Rapids operations in Michigan will support the production of future vehicle components. The plant already operates on three shifts with 500 employees but will add 300 personnel.The factory produces a variety of precision-machined engine parts for Chevrolet, Buick, ...
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ArticleBristol to use BMW engine for Pinnacle project
UK – The British carmaker’s first new vehicle in more than a decade will launch later this year as a 70th anniversary model. The company says its BMW-powered car will be “a modern take on the best of British craftsmanship”.Bristol Cars says Project Pinnacle will be the subject of further ...
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ArticleMultimatic to support Metrocab production
UK – Frazer-Nash Research and Ecotive, makers of Metrocab, say that the zero-emissions-capable vehicle will be able to enter volume production next year, supported by the partnership with manufacturing specialist Multimatic Niche Vehicles (MNV).MNV, which makes complete cars plus body/chassis assemblies for low-volume programmes, has a well-established facility in Coventry, ...