Highlights include technology display, technical papers and revamped Web
site
MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., April 10 /PRNewswire/ -- 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
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Related links:
http://www.henkelna.com/automotive
CONTACT:
Keena Toth of Henkel Corporation,
+1-248-589-4828, cell, +1-248-910-6997, keena.toth@us.henkel.com
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