ReflectShield(TM) allows design flexibility, reduces or eliminates tooling
costs, and speeds product development
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., July 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Automotive design engineers are
increasing the lifespan of heat-sensitive components in cars and trucks with
Federal-Mogul's ReflectShield(TM) heat shields.
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ReflectShield heat shields, which are multi-layer, flexible insulators,
are designed to reduce the temperature of components and areas of the vehicle
that are vulnerable to nearby heat sources. These can include the engine
compartment, instrument panel, undercarpet or fuel tank. ReflectShield
adheres directly onto the component and deflects thermal energy away from the
component or area it is protecting. The shields have passed industry tests
for thermal effectiveness, thermal endurance, fluids resistance and
durability.
In addition, ReflectShield's die-cut design flexibility allows automotive
design engineers to utilize various attachment methods including adhesives,
snaps, clips, and studs. It also allows the creation of 3D shapes, ultimately
reducing lead times and eliminating tooling costs. Available in varying
profiles of polyester, ReflectShield reduces weight and improves the assembly
process with easy installation. Its narrow profile allows ReflectShield to
solve undercarpet clearance problems.
"Federal-Mogul's ReflectShield technology brings a level of innovation and
creative know-how to flexible heat shield design," said Phil Marks, automotive
applications engineer, Systems Protection, Federal-Mogul. "Instead of a one-
dimensional product, our internal engineering and manufacturing experts
conceived, designed, and produced three-dimensional shields. By combining
traditional shield materials with standard accessories like grommets, snaps,
and clips, we're providing this time- and cost-saving solution to our
customers."
About Federal-Mogul's Systems Protection Group
From its facilities in Exton, Pennsylvania, Federal-Mogul's Systems
Protection group manufactures sleeving products that bundle and protect wire
harnesses, hoses, tubing, and cables used in automotive, electrical, thermal,
aerospace, and other applications. In addition, the facility houses a
comprehensive development lab to assist in advanced product engineering.
Quality certifications include QS-9000 and ISO 9001. It has also been honored
with Lockheed Martin's AMMC Star Award.
Federal-Mogul is a global supplier of automotive components, sub-systems,
modules and systems serving the world's original equipment manufacturers and
the aftermarket. The company utilizes its engineering and materials
expertise, proprietary technology, manufacturing skill, distribution
flexibility and marketing power to deliver products, brands and services of
value to its customers. Federal-Mogul is focused on the globalization of its
teams, products and processes to bring greater opportunities for its customers
and employees, and value to its constituents. Headquartered in Southfield,
Michigan, Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899 and today employs
47,000 people in 25 countries. For more information on Federal-Mogul, visit
the company's web site at http://www.federal-mogul.com .
SOURCE Federal-Mogul Corporation
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