Archive for November, 2017
SABIC Touts New Resin for Lightweighting
According to the company, the SABIC PP-UMS resin has a melt strength of more than 65 cN and provides superior foamability. It can be used to develop new foaming solutions for lighweighting in such industries as automotive, packaging, and building and construction.
Sika Acquires Acoustics Supplier
Sika has agreed to acquire Faist ChemTec Group, a leading manufacturer of high-performance engineered, structure-borne acoustic solutions for the automotive industry.
Aleris Opens Kentucky Aluminum Plant
Aleris, a global aluminum manufacturer, has opened its $400 million aluminum automotive body sheet production facility in Lewisport, Kentucky.
Schaeffler Invests $60 Million in Wooster, Ohio Facility Expansion
The plant will be the U.S. center for advanced E-Mobility development. For 40 years, Schaeffler Group USA Inc. – a global automotive and industrial supplier – has invested in the United States, with a significant portion of those investments taking place in Wooster, Ohio. Today, Schaeffler commemorated the facility’s 40th anniversary with a grand opening celebration and unveiling of the […]
Robots Frame New Car with Automotive Lightweighting
Working with Comau SpA, Alfa Romeo created an innovative manufacturing strategy and assembly line of the future.
Lightweighting World November/December
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