MANN+HUMMEL Prepared for Clean Diesels
LUDWIGSBURG, Germany, March 10 -- As a precursor of good things to come, MANN+HUMMEL, has been selected by a U.S. OEM Automaker to supply a fuel filter module for diesel engines to be installed in a broad range of globally marketed vehicles.
MANN+HUMMEL has combined innovative engineering technology with the use of advanced components to provide leadership in the growing role of clean diesel engines. Many of these diesel-enhancing products are being highlighted at the SAE 2005 World Congress at Cobo Hall in Detroit, April 11-14.
"Diesel-powered cars and trucks already make up more than 40% of new- vehicle sales in Europe, nearly doubling in popularity in the last six years. In the U.S., new diesel emissions regulations and the cleaner diesel fuels coming in 2006 raise the need for innovative engine performance solutions. Both U.S. and European automakers see that as an opportunity and are planning to increase the offering of clean diesel-powered vehicles to their customers," said Dr. Wilfried Lehr, managing director of MANN+HUMMEL's Automotive Original Equipment Division.
As an experienced, recognized pioneer in the development of air, oil and fuel filtration systems, MANN+HUMMEL is providing automakers with innovative, high-quality product solutions, like the all-new plastic cylinder head cover module with integrated intake manifold and swirl function, which is currently in production for a V-6 diesel engine.
This module includes a dozen distinct components, all of injection-molded thermoplastics. The package includes cam covers, active intake manifolds, throttle body, EGR bell, oil filler cap and a vacuum actuator for the injection-molded port deactivation flaps. "This first-of-its-kind cylinder head module with integrated intake manifold not only saves costs and shaves weight, it reduces emissions while maintaining performance," said Lehr.
MANN+HUMMEL, a development partner and original equipment supplier for the international automotive industry, currently supplies several components for diesel passenger cars; including the oil filtration module for a best selling diesel passenger car in the U.S. market.
This module contains filtration, cooling and bypass valve functions. Further diesel development for this automaker included a fuel-filter module that has an integrated cooler, water separation and auto sensor functions. It is currently in production in a diesel that powers an SUV sold in both Europe and North America.
Other MANN+HUMMEL diesel technology on display at SAE 2005 includes:
* An all-new spindle-less oil centrifuge with a fully plastic rotor that will be used on North American commercial diesel engines. The high-speed oil centrifuge spins the oil at up to 10,000 rpm and forces soot and metallic particles to the outer wall of the unit; where it is trapped and collected so it cannot be reintroduced into the lubricating oil supply.
* One-piece, thermoplastic turbocharger air ducts, currently in use on "cold-side" (charged air output) applications. The single piece eliminates several parts in the assembly, including hoses, hose clamps, clamp sleeves and connecting brackets. MANN+HUMMEL also supplies an innovative hot side charged air duct, manufactured by blow molding high temperature plastic.
Visit booth # 1726 to see MANN+HUMMEL's clean diesel technology first hand.
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/ .