LUDWIGSBURG, Germany, March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- The key word for the
MANN+HUMMEL SAE 2005 World Congress exhibit is technology -- Which will be on
prominent display in booth #1726 at Cobo Hall in Detroit, April 11-14.
The Tier 1 original equipment supplier for the international automotive
industry returns to the SAE to promote the latest in its high-quality product
solutions.
Highlights of this year's product display include a variety of all-new
components and modules that make wide use of thermoplastics, along with many
products that improve and enhance diesel engine performance.
MANN+HUMMEL's role as a technology leader is also in evidence at this
year's SAE with the presentation of a technical paper on: A New Evaluation
Method for the Thermodynamic Behavior of Air Intake Systems, by Pierre Fontana
and Bernhard Huurdeman.
"This paper and, more importantly, the innovative predictive analysis
process that it outlines, represent our continued effort to improve
development efficiencies and offers market-leading, value added technology to
our customers," said John Baumann, manager of business development for
MANN+HUMMEL USA, Inc.
The use of plastic has moved increasingly into the forefront of underhood
applications because of its lighter weight, lower cost and increasing ability
to withstand temperature and pressure extremes. MANN+HUMMEL, a development
partner and original equipment supplier for the international automotive
industry, is a recognized global leader in the innovative use of blow-molded
and injection-molded thermoplastic solutions for air, oil and fuel system
components.
Some of MANN+HUMMEL's advanced plastics products on display at the 2005
SAE World Congress include:
* A secondary air charger developed for exhaust emission control.
* A Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV) rated air cleaner system, with
a hydrocarbon trap or HC element.
* A synthetic plastic non-woven fleece oil filter cartridge.
* The world's first fully plastic oil module, developed in partnership
with a European automaker for a 2.0-liter 4-cyl. direct-injection, gasoline
engine, which integrates the functions of many distinct components into a
single unit. The module, which has won awards for innovation from the Society
of Plastics Engineers, incorporates a cooler, a crankcase ventilation system,
sensors, regulating valves, metal-free oil filter and a drain system into one
unit.
* The world's first spindle-less oil centrifuge, that effectively removes
soot from lubricating oil in commercial diesel engines.
* A thermoplastic cylinder head cover module with integrated intake
manifold.
The quest to provide more efficient power and improved torque has spurred
the efforts of Europe's automakers to refine the diesel engine.
MANN+HUMMEL is playing a critical role in advancing the efficiency,
performance and environmental benefits of the new, cleaner diesel engines.
Some of the diesel-enhancing products to be displayed at the 2005 SAE include:
* A diesel fuel-filter module with integrated cooler.
* An all-plastic intake manifold, cylinder-head cover, and throttle-body
module for a V-6 diesel engine.
* Hot side charged air ducts.
* Oil filtration modules, with integrated temperature management and
filtration functions.
* Additional diesel-specific components used for crankcase ventilation
and oil conditioning for many European and North American automakers.
About MANN+HUMMEL
The MANN+HUMMEL Group is an international company. In 2004, the company
achieved sales of $1.5 billion. The MANN+HUMMEL Group currently employs
approximately 9,100 people at around 41 locations worldwide. The company
develops, produces and sells technically complex automotive components such as
air filter systems, intake manifold systems, liquid filter systems and cabin
filters for the automotive industry, and filter elements for vehicle servicing
and repair. For general engineering, process engineering and industrial
manufacturing sectors the company's product range includes industrial filters,
filter systems, and materials handling systems and equipment. MANN+HUMMEL's
customers come from a large number of sectors, with series production for the
automotive industry occupying a key position. Further information about
MANN+HUMMEL can be found under http://www.mann-hummel.com .
SOURCE MANN+HUMMEL
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CONTACT:
Company Contact - U.S.: Julie Mayuiers of
MANN+HUMMEL USA, Inc., Phone: +1-269-329-3903, E-mail:
julie.mayuiers@mann-hummel.com , Company Contact - Worldwide:
Gabriele Jost of MANN+HUMMEL GMBH, Phone: +011 49 7141 98 2583,
E-mail: info@mann-hummel.com ; or Media Contact: Larry Weis of
AutoCom Associates, Phone: +1-248-647-8621, E-mail:
lweis@usautocom.com
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