Delphi Awards Automotive Subassembly Business to AMI DODUCO

    PFORZHEIM, Germany--Dec. 13, 2001--The Mechatronic Systems Group of Delphi Automotive has awarded AMI DODUCO a contract to develop and produce electrical contact component subassemblies for a multi-purpose module that controls automotive flashers, turn signals and windshield wipers.
    Mounted on the steering column, the Delphi module will debut with a leading European automaker during the 2002 model year.
    AMI DODUCO will supply component sub-assemblies consisting of precision-stamped electrical contact parts insert-molded into plastic frames.
    "We are pleased to be a strategic development partner for Delphi Mechatronic, a company well-known for innovative products," said Lothar Alt, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for AMI DODUCO in northern Europe. "This project presents yet another opportunity to leverage our unique end-to-end component design and production capabilities to maximize value-added to our customers."
    Expansion of the insert-molded subassembly business has been a primary strategic focus at AMI DODUCO.
    "These products represent an exciting growth opportunity for us," said Gerard P. Gorman, President of AMI DODUCO's Global Business Units. "As vehicle and appliance manufacturers increasingly outsource their control systems, tier-one suppliers such as Delphi can count on AMI DODUCO for the right contact subassembly solutions. The expansion of our subassembly design, manufacturing and sales forces has led to a significant number of new design wins. We expect this trend to accelerate as we replicate our European presence in the North American market."
    Headquartered in Export, Pennsylvania, AMI DODUCO, a Technitrol Company is a global leader in electrical contact technology and fabrication. The company supplies contacts and assemblies, contact materials, thermostatic and laminated metal products, electroplating and surface treatment services, and precious metal refining and recycling to more than 3,000 customers.
    AMI DODUCO operates from locations throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Its Web site is http://www.amidoduco.com