Latest in suite of more compact, cost-effective connection systems
technology
WARREN, Ohio, June 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Delphi Corp. is offering the
industry's first automotive application of its patented Flexible Beam
Technology (FBT), which will create cost-effective and versatile solutions
for its connection systems customers around the world.
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Building on its successful lineup of GT 150 and 280 unsealed series
connectors, Delphi Connection Systems has modified the series of female
connectors to expand its United States Consortium for Automotive Research
(USCAR) portfolio of products. This standardization improves cost and
complexity by delivering a small, more compact system that saves space and
reduces the total number of required assembly parts. At the same time, FBT
also improves quality, reliability and serviceability.
"Flexible beam technology provides audible and tactile feedback so the
operator can be confident a connection has been made," said John Morello,
senior development engineer, Delphi Connection Systems. "The patent-pending
build fixture ensures proper terminal position."
Flexible Beam Technology: How It Works
The mating terminal lead-in is molded into the connector, along with a
rigid retention ramp on one side of the cavity wall and a flexible beam on
the other.
When the terminal is inserted, the flexible beam acts like a spring,
holding the terminal against the retention ramp.
These new features on the terminal and in the connector cavity create a
higher terminal-to-connector retention force.
Removing the terminal is also simple, using a tool provided by Delphi,
with no secondary pieces to remove. The entire process exceeds ISO and
USCAR electrical, mechanical and environmental performance criteria.
"We are providing a technological advancement in this FBT by creating
terminal position assurance without the need for additional pieces," said
Brian Kogut, product manager, Delphi Connection Systems. "This allows for
fewer pieces, which drives cost savings without sacrificing performance.
These new components are great examples of Delphi's commitment to remaining
a global leader in connection systems and in development of
electrical/electronics architecture."
The simple design can be molded and manufactured at Delphi locations
around the world, helping ensure on-time delivery to global customers.
"We are proud to be at the forefront in introducing this new technology
and we look forward to working with manufacturers to enable them to reap
the many benefits of flexible beam technology in their connection systems,"
said John McClearn, managing director of Delphi Connection Systems North
America.
At Delphi, we help make cars safer, cleaner, more efficient, and fun to
drive. For more information about Delphi Corporation (Pink Sheets: DPHIQ),
visit http://www.delphi.com .
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENT
This press release, as well as other statements made by Delphi may
contain forward-looking statements within the "safe harbor" provisions of
the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that reflect, when
made, the company's current views with respect to current events and
financial performance. Such forward-looking statements are and will be, as
the case may be, subject to many risks, uncertainties and factors relating
to the company's operations and business environment which may cause the
actual results of the company to be materially different from any future
results, express or implied, by such forward-looking statements. Factors
that could cause actual results to differ materially from these
forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following:
the ability of the company to continue as a going concern; the ability of
the company to operate pursuant to the terms of the debtor-in-possession
("DIP") financing facility; the company's ability to obtain court approval
with respect to motions in the chapter 11 proceeding prosecuted by it from
time to time; the ability of the company to develop, prosecute, confirm and
consummate one or more plans of reorganization with respect to the Chapter
11 cases; risks associated with third parties seeking and obtaining court
approval to terminate or shorten the exclusivity period for the company to
propose and confirm one or more plans of reorganization, for the
appointment of a chapter 11 trustee or to convert the cases to chapter 7
cases; the ability of the company to obtain and maintain normal terms with
vendors and service providers; the company's ability to maintain contracts
that are critical to its operations; the potential adverse impact of the
Chapter 11 cases on the company's liquidity or results of operations; the
ability of the company to execute its business plans, including the
transformation plan described in the Company's March 31, 2006 press
release, and to do so in a timely fashion; the ability of the company to
attract, motivate and/or retain key executives and associates; the ability
of the company to avoid or continue to operate during a strike, or partial
work stoppage or slow down by any of its unionized employees; and the
ability of the company to attract and retain customers. Other risk factors
are listed from time to time in the company's United States Securities and
Exchange Commission reports, including, but not limited to the Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2004, and its most
recent quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30,
2005, and current reports on Form 8-K. Delphi disclaims any intention or
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a
result of new information, future events and/or otherwise.
Similarly, these and other factors, including the terms of any
reorganization plan ultimately confirmed, can affect the value of the
company's various pre-petition liabilities, common stock and/or other
equity securities. Additionally, no assurance can be given as to what
values, if any, will be ascribed in the bankruptcy proceedings to each of
these constituencies. A plan of reorganization could result in holders of
Delphi's common stock receiving no distribution on account of their
interest and cancellation of their interests. Under certain conditions
specified in the Bankruptcy Code, a plan of reorganization may be confirmed
notwithstanding its rejection by an impaired class of creditors or equity
holders and notwithstanding the fact that equity holders do not receive or
retain property on account of their equity interests under the plan. In
light of the foregoing and as stated in its October 8, 2005, press release
announcing the filing of its Chapter 11 reorganization cases, the company
considers the value of the common stock to be highly speculative and
cautions equity holders that the stock may ultimately be determined to have
no value. Accordingly, the company urges that appropriate caution be
exercised with respect to existing and future investments in Delphi's
common stock or other equity interests or any claims relating to
pre-petition liabilities.
SOURCE Delphi Corporation
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CONTACT:
Barb Barkley, +1-716-439-2594,
barbara.a.barkley@delphi.com , or Mary McCahon, +1-248-813-2618,
mary.mccahon@delphi.com , both of Delphi Corporation
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