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The Innovations Report of the IZB 2014. The 8th International Suppliers Fair (IZB) will take place in the German city of Wolfsburg from 14th to 16th October 2014. Over 820 exhibitors from 29 different countries will present their latest developments and products at the showcase event for the automotive supplier industry. As the partner region of the IZB 2014, the countries that make up the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will form the focus of this year’s trade fair and its programme of accompanying events. The automotive industry has been considered to be a driving force behind innovation for a long time. Back in the 1970s, plastics transformed the automotive market before the focus switched to innovations such as vehicle safety systems, aerodynamic car body designs and catalytic converters. The vehicles of the future are now defined by their alternative drive technologies, increasing digitalisation and lightweight materials. At the IZB, exhibitors from Germany and abroad showcase their latest products, systems, technologies and services in and around the field of automotive manufacturing. The Innovations Report provides a summary of some of these new exhibits. The informative publication also contains a number of important facts and figures concerning the IZB. You can find an online version of the report at www.izb-online.com/ neuheitenreport. We hope that you will enjoy reading this Innovations Report and have an interesting time in Wolfsburg.

Julius von Ingelheim Spokesman of the Board of Wolfsburg AG

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The IZB – The Showcase Event for the International Automotive Supplier Industry IZB 2014 Facts & Figures



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IZB Programme of Special Events 15 Layout of the Exhibition Grounds 16 The Press Team at the IZB 2014 17 Innovations Presented by Exhibitors: Using the Refractive Index to Record AdBlue Quality* AB Elektronik GmbH



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Proven Improvements to Ambient Air Quality 20 AB-Polymerchemie GmbH Optical Tracking Technology for Design Centres* 21 AICON 3D Systems GmbH An AMV System with Maximum Data Protection Standards* 22 AMV Networks GmbH A Drawer Cabinet with a Magnetic Bolt Lock Bedrunka+Hirth Gerätebau GmbH

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Going Far Beyond Simple Coating and Painting BENSELER Beschichtungen Sachsen GmbH & Co. KG

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An Additive with Outstanding Dissolving Power Bio-Circle Surface Technology GmbH

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An Impact Splinter Protection Concept for Door Trims Eissmann Group Automotive

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A Multi-Functional Pick-up Turning Machine* EMAG Group

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Excellent Resistance to Media and Flame Resistance BIW Isolierstoffe GmbH

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A Compact Oxygen Sensor Element with a Rapid Response Time E+E Elektronik Ges.m.b.H

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Using Android Applications* Blaupunkt Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

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Expert Teams Where Needed Espacio Subconmeeting (MMB Gadestic, S.L.)

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Lightweight Materials* Borealis AG

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Silent Operation and Bidirectional Control* E-T-A Elektrotechnische Apparate GmbH

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Innovative Leather Solutions for an Extremely Light and Resilient Interior BOXMARK Leather GmbH & Co. KG

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Less Weight and Improved Performance Evonik Industries AG

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Software for the Digital Factory CENIT AG

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Lightweight Cast Iron Steering Knuckles Fagor Ederlan S. Coop.

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The World’s Biggest Laser Metal Melting Machine Concept Laser GmbH/Hofmann Innovation Group

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A Secure Hole Sealing Concept and Automated Film Coating* FAIST ChemTec Group

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Improved Multiple Injection Thanks to Injectors Delphi Automotive Systems

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Better Surface Quality and Leak-Tightness Felss Shortcut Technologies

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Increasing Efficiency for the Mobility of the Future* Diehl Metall Stiftung & Co. KG

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Increasing Service Life and Resilience Frauenhofer-Institut für Schicht- und Oberflächentechnik IST

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Cost-Effective Lightweight Construction in the Field of Vehicle Interiors* Dräxlmaier Group

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Efficient, Emission-Neutral and Embedding People* Frauenhofer-Institut für Werkzeugmaschinen und Umformtechnik IWU

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Industrial Laser Colour Printing without Sunburn DSP-PRINT-TEC GmbH

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An Urban Mobility Vehicle* From Concept to Car

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Optimal Forced Induction with a Variable Engine Speed* Eaton Germany GmbH

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Better Handling Combined with Easier and More Flexible Operation* Inficon GmbH

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Real-Time Thermography in HD Quality* InfraTec GmbH Infrarotsensorik und Messtechnik

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An Urban Mobility Vehicle* GKN Driveline

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A Connection Point for Production Activities item Industrietechnik GmbH

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3D Measuring Machines for Automated Quality Control GOM – Gesellschaft für Optische Messtechnik mbH

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A Lowerable Exterior Door Handle ITW Release & Trim

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Fibre-Reinforced Plastic Components in a Single Processing Step HBW-GUBESCH Kunststoff-Engineering GmbH

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Lightweight Construction with State-of-the-Art Technologies KIRCHHOFF Automotive Germany GmbH

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Individual Control of Every LED* HELLA KGaA Hueck & Co.

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A Special Lubricant for Plastic Klüber Lubrication München SE & Co. KG

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New Opportunities Thanks to Innovative Processes HEWI G. Winker GmbH & Co. KG

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SmartWave – A 3D Hybrid Featuring Electronics and Plastic* Kunststoff Helmbrechts AG

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An Extremely Precise Measuring Device for Production Areas Hexagon Metrology GmbH

Protection and Ease of Assembly Combined Langendorf Textil GmbH & Co. KG

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Equipped for the Large-Scale Production of Elastomer-Micro Bonded Parts 55 Hoffmann GmbH Gummi- und Kunststoffformtechnik 56

High-Performance Energy Storage Components LSIS Co., Ltd.

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Precise Pressure Control Thanks to a Servo-Driven Valve Gate HRSflow c/o Inglass S.p.A.

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Duplex Coating for Maximum Corrosion Protection Metob Beschichtungen GmbH

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An XXL Vacuum Distillation System* H2O GmbH

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Reducing Vehicle Weight Muhr und Bender KG

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A Test Bench for Multiaxial Vibration Tests IABG mbH

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A Mirror-Inverted Fan Design* NMB-Minebea GmbH

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A Management System for Vehicle Testing ICT Software Services GmbH

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Achieving a Large Measurement Volume Whilst Maintaining a High Level of Precision Steinbichler Optotechnik GmbH

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The Best Possible Screw Connection Behaviour NOF METAL COATINGS EUROPE

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Enabling Users to Check Soldering Results and Positioning Accuracy* Sumida flexible connections GmbH

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Protection against Scratches and Impact Damage Norddeutsche Seekabelwerke GmbH

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Leather Covering as an In-Mould Decoration Process Tecnocad Progetti SPA

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puremaxLED – The Modern and Energy-Efficient Surface Control Optic* OLIGO Lichttechnik GmbH surface controls

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Multi-Bus Data Loggers in a Mini Format Telemotive AG

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Making Dashboards Easy to Pack and Unpack THIMM SCHERTLER Verpackungssysteme GmbH & Co. KG

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Management Software Displays Expiry Dates and Remaining Service Times 75 Perschmann Calibration GmbH System Components with High-Performance Surfaces plastic-design gmbh

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An Electronic Switch for Micro Interruptions TOELLNER Electronic Instrumente GmbH

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Manufacturing Tubes from High-Strength Steels Prinz Mayweg Gruppe

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Extensive Colour Matching with a New Standard Light Concept* TORSO-VERLAG e.K.

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Profile Pictures for Project Work Projektron GmbH

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Innovative Fuelling Systems and Quick Connectors WEH GmbH Verbindungstechnik

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A Sprayed Metallic Effect for Decorative Surfaces and Garnish Mouldings RECTICEL Automobilsysteme GmbH

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A Docking Station for Smartphones Continental AG

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Connectivity in Vehicles Robert Bosch GmbH

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A Special Multimeter that Now Features Interturn Short-Circuit Detection* 92 GMC – I Messtechnik GmbH

Small-Series Products at Mass-Production Prices* rpm rapid product manufacturing GmbH

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Determining the Position of Car Gears Hartmann-exact KG

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A Weight Reduction of 30 Percent* Somboon Advance Technology PLC

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A Robot with a Camera System for Spatial Monitoring* YASKAWA Europe GmbH•

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THE IZB – THE SHOWCASE EVENT FOR THE INTERNATIONAL SUPPLIER INDUSTRY

In line with the event‘s motto of “Connecting Car Competence“, the 8th International Suppliers Fair (IZB) will provide supplier companies with an excellent opportunity to present their industry and to establish business contacts. Over 820 exhibitors ranging from global players through to small and medium-sized enterprises will attend Europe’s leading trade fair in the Wolfsburg Allerpark. These exhibitors will include more than 50 companies from this year’s partner region, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Both the exhibition itself and its programme of accompanying events are focusing on the opportunities and potential of the ten member countries of ASEAN. The IZB was first hosted in 2001 as a Volkswagen in-house trade fair with 128 exhibitors from six nations and attracted 13,500 visitors. It has since established itself as an important business platform for the industry, attracting as many as eight of the world‘s ten highest-volume supplier companies as exhibitors to Wolfsburg. The high-quality exhibitors and large number of key decision-makers and trade visitors that attend the IZB make it an important communication and business platform. For more information on the IZB and the accompanying programme of events, please visit www.izb-online.com.

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IZB 2014 FACTS & FIGURES

IZB PROGRAMME OF SPECIAL EVENTS

Dates: 14th – 16th October 2014 | daily from 10am to 6pm

The International Automotive Congress – ASEAN 13th October 2014 | Forum AutoVision of Wolfsburg AG www.izb-kongress.com

Venue:

The Allerpark in Wolfsburg

Organiser:

Wolfsburg AG

Patrons: – Mr Stephan Weil Prime Minister of the German Federal State of Lower Saxony – Mr Francisco J. Garcia Sanz Member of the Board of Volkswagen AG – Mr Klaus Mohrs Mayor of the City of Wolfsburg Exhibition area:

7 halls covering an exhibition area of around 36,000m²

Exhibitors:

821 exhibitors from 29 different countries

Partner region:

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam)

China Symposium 14th October 2014 | IZB exhibition grounds, Mobility Forum www.chinasymposium.de 30th VDI/VW Joint Congress on “Driver Assistance Systems” 14th to 15th October 2014 | Forum AutoVision of Wolfsburg AG www.vdi-wissensforum.de “Resource-Efficient Automotive Production” Symposium 15th October 2014 | IZB exhibition grounds, Mobility Forum www.izb-ressourceneffizienz.com The Lightweight Construction Forum – Expert Discussions 16th October 2014 | IZB exhibition grounds, Mobility Forum www.izb-leichtbau.com

Most-represented countries: Germany (around 530 exhibitors, 80 of which come from Lower Saxony), Spain (46), Italy (29), Portugal (27), Canada (17) Other Events: Key areas:

– Electrics | Electronics | Mechatronics – Vehicle Interiors – Vehicle Exteriors – Metal – Powertrain

Admission fee: – Day ticket: 18 Euros | 3-day ticket: 48 Euros – Free admission for school pupils, students and OAPs upon presentation of a valid ID card You can find more information online at: www.izb-online.com

Mobility Talk of the Metropolitan Region 14th October 2014 | IZB exhibition grounds, Mobility Forum Automotive Cluster Meeting 15th October 2014 | IZB exhibition grounds, Mobility Forum IZB Job Fair 16th October 2014 | IZB exhibition grounds, Mobility Forum www.izb-online.com/jobboerse

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THE PRESS TEAM AT THE IZB 2014

The press accreditation stand in Hall 1 in the main entrance area is the main port of call for media representatives attending the IZB 2014. You can visit this stand in order to pick up your accreditation documents and your press pass. This year the IZB press stand where you can receive more information material, the exhibitor catalogue, exhibitor press kits and where workstations with internet access are available can be found in Hall 1, in the passage from the entrance area.

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The stand also provides an overview of visual material relating to the IZB that is updated on a daily basis.

Opening hours of the Accreditation | Press Stand: 10am to 6pm

Press contact: Ms Anke Hummitzsch Telephone: +49 53 61.8 97-11 56 Fax: +49 53 61.8 97-78 24 [email protected] Ms Susann Nagel Telephone: +49 53 61.8 97-11 55 Fax: +49 53 61.8 97-78 98 [email protected]

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AB Elektronik GmbH Werne | Germany Hall 4 | Stand 4209 The AdBlue® quality sensor (see image) from the company TT Electronics – AB Elektronik Sachsen GmbH meets the requirements for systems in car, lorry and off-road applications. Its compact costoptimised design is robust and able to withstand both environmental impacts such as dirt and temperature fluctuations and ageing processes. The sensor, which works as a refractometer, measures the refractive index of AdBlue® and provides temperature-compensated information according to the media concentration. It is able to immediately detect unauthorised fillings or additions and as a result, guarantees a consistent level of AdBlue® quality in the SCR system and the AdBlue® tanks. The sensor can be installed in the base of the AdBlue® tank or as an in-line solution between the tank and the dosing system. This solution is not only designed for implementation in new applications, but also for upgrading existing systems.

Press contact: Ms Sandra Groß Telephone +49 23 89.78 81 75 sandra.groß@abelektronik.de www.abelektronik.com

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Press contact: Mr Edward Sanders Telephone +49 49 41.60 43 60 [email protected] www.ab-polymerchemie.de

Optical Tracking Technology for Design Centres ld Wo r A floor coating in the Volkswagen factory in Emden

Proven Improvements to Ambient Air Quality

AB-Polymerchemie GmbH Aurich | Germany Hall 4 | Stand 4418 The company AB-Polymerchemie GmbH specialises in the manufacturing and sales of ESD and industrial flooring and claims to be the first full-service provider of practically emission-free floor coating systems for recreation rooms and production areas. Its AB-ZEROPUR® comfort flooring and AB-ZEROPOX® industrial flooring meet the criteria stipulated by the Committee for the Health-Related Evaluation of Building Products (AgBB) and have been granted technical approval by the DIBt, the Deutsche Institut für Bautechnik (‘German Institute for Civil Engineering’) The innovative systems are based on benzyl-alcoholfree coating materials (VOC < 1%) and are proven to improve ambient air quality for processors and users. The flooring emits virtually no unpleasant odours, even during installation, and can therefore also be laid during ongoing production activities. The products have been intensively examined and approved by the Safety Chemistry team at Volkswagen AG and have already been successfully used to cover an area of 28,000m2 at the company‘s factory in the German town of Emden (see image).

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AICON 3D Systems GmbH Braunschweig | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3405 AICON’s 3D Arena tracking system enables vehicle designers to determine the absolute position of processing machines or measuring devices in working space. This in turn enables them to work flexibly with mobile machines that can be freely moved around the working space. When the machines are not needed, designers can make the most of a completely undisturbed view of the model, which they can observe and process from all possible angles. The 3D Arena features up to 15 MoveInspect cameras mounted on a frame above the working space. The camera system captures the position of a mobile milling machine, white light scanner or another device and continuously determines its absolute position in the working space in reference to the vehicle model. If the machine is put aside and then brought back to the model at a later point in time, the tracking system is able to recognise it and set up the processing programme according to its coordinates, thus enabling the machine to continue its work without any problems. The breuckmann naviSCAN white light scanner is particularly suitable for use with the 3D Arena (see image).

Press contact: Ms Regina Marszalkowski-Wulf Telephone +49 5 31.58 00 05 64 [email protected] www.aicon3d.de

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Press contact: Mr Raimund Wagner Telephone +43 77 22.64 32 50 [email protected] www.amv-networks.com

A Drawer Cabinet with a Magnetic Bolt Lock

Bedrunka+Hirth Gerätebau GmbH Bräunlingen | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3406

The AMV®system with the European Privacy Seal

The AMV ®System with Maximum Data Protection Standards ld Wo r AMV Networks GmbH Ranshofen | Austria Hall 2 | Stand 2205 K The company AMV Networks GmbH, which is based in the Austrian village of Ranshofen, was recently awarded the EuroPriSe certificate (see image) for its innovative telematics technology, the “AMV®System”. The AMV®System is therefore the first and currently the only telematics system in the automotive industry to comply with the highest certifiable data protection standard in the world. The AMV®System technology, which was developed in accordance with automotive OEM standards and EU directives, seamlessly incorporated the “Security & Privacy by Design / Information Security and Data Protection Principle” at an early stage, namely during the development of its basic concept. As an immediately available retrofit solution, the system enables users to record vehicle data in real time, across different platforms and in accordance with data protection regulations and to make these data widely available for different areas of use.

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The Tool Server Modular (TSM®, see image) is an electronically controlled tool cabinet with a magnetic bolt lock. The storage system is not only ideal for small components, but also for bulky items up to 600mm long. It can be used for a wide variety of applications requiring access control, for example for storing expensive tools, confidential files, valuable articles or medical items. The TSM® is constructed like a normal tool cabinet and contains a number of individual drawers. Unlike a normal tool cabinet, however, each of these drawers is secured with a magnetic bolt lock. This patented locking mechanism does not require any cables and is therefore less susceptible to faults because frequently opening and closing drawers puts a lot of strain on cables and often leads to breakdowns and disturbances. The access authorisation process for the drawers in the TSM® requires users to either enter a pin code or use a screen installed on the side of the cabinet to provide their fingerprint.

Press contact: Ms Lea Kellner Telephone +49 7 71.9 20 10 [email protected] www.bedrunka-hirth.de

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Press contact: Ms Ines Kübler Ms Martina Hönekopp Telephone +49 7 11.94 76 70 [email protected] www.benseler.de

An Additive with Outstanding Dissolving Power

A curved line of UV coating

Going Far Beyond Simple Coating and Painting

BENSELER Beschichtungen Sachsen GmbH & Co. KG Frankenberg | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3205 The BENSELER Group is a specialist for coatings, decorative paint finishes, corrosion protection, deburring and electrochemical shaping. As an innovative, reliable and efficient partner, above all in the automotive industry, the company offers a wide variety of different individual processes and professional combinations of processes. When it comes to light metals and plastic materials, the exhibitor offers a vast spectrum of new and unique combinations of coatings and uses mixtures such as a combination of PVD and UV coatings (see image) to give plastic substrates an elegant and robust metallic appearance. BENSELER also uses high-pressure water jet deburring, thermal deburring and electrochemical shaping to process components of different shapes and sizes. It offers highly automated processes for the treatment of large quantities, with new procedures meaning that individual deburring techniques can also be better combined in this area.

Bio-Circle Surface Technology GmbH Gütersloh | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3301 The company Bio-Circle Surface Technology will present a number of innovations for the world of cleaning and maintenance at the IZB 2014. Nature Boost-Green Corner, for example, is an innovative additive based on renewable raw materials. It stands out due to its outstanding dissolving power designed especially for heavy greases, oils, adhesives and paints and is also incombustible, VOC-free, exempt from labelling regulations and renewable. The BIO-CIRCLE GT Compact cleaning system (see image) is being launched on the market as the successor to the well-established “BIO-CIRCLE Compact” system and features a contemporary design, while the parts washer boasts an impressive compact construction and flexibility. The BIO-CIRCLE Clean Box Flow is a flexible cleaning system that is suitable for a wide range of applications and the ideal solution for degreasing components. CB 100 is an alternative to petroleum and perfect for removing the toughest stains occurring throughout the industry. The VOC-free cleaner is environmentally and user-friendly and suitable for applications such as motor servicing.

Press contact: Ms Mirela Cindric Telephone +49 52 41.9 44 39 23 [email protected] www.bio-circle.de

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Press contact: Mr Dirk Holstein Telephone +49 23 33.8 30 80 [email protected] www.biw.de

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Excellent Resistance to Media and Flame Resistance

BIW Isolierstoffe GmbH Ennepetal | Germany Hall 6 | Stand 6205 The tried-and-tested self-sealing PES abrasion resistance tubes in the Flextex series (see image) from BIW Isolierstoffe GmbH, which are heat-resistant up to a temperature of 150 degrees Celsius, have already been approved by leading OEMs and are now being used as costeffective protection for pre-assembled power trains. These highly flexible tubes are ideal for fast and subsequent installation. They are also available with double-sided adhesive tape (Flextex SK) and cover the entire nominal diameter range from 5 to 50mm. An orange version of the tubes is available for hybrid electrical applications and is already in use in series production. Soft edges guarantee that the tubes can be used safely and without injury. On top of this, the tubes boast excellent resistance against fuels and lubricants, water, cleaning agents and salt spray and are flame-resistant in accordance with the class C FMVSS302.

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Blaupunkt Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Seberang Prai Tengah | Malaysia Hall 1 | Stand 1301 “Cape Town 945” (see image) is the new flagship of the company Blaupunkt and offers much more than conventional car radios. Alongside a high-end tuner for excellent sound, the ability to play CDs or DVDs, Bluetooth streaming, USB stick ports at the front and back and an SD slot, “Cape Town 945” also facilitates the use of Android applications. On top of all this, “Cape Town 945” also boasts a new operating concept in which it is not only controlled by its 6.8”-large touchscreen, but can also mirror the displays of a large number of Android smartphones or iPhones on its screen so that it can be operated via these devices. This “Mirror Mode” is made possible by a free Blaupunkt app for connected smartphones. The new Blaupunkt model can also access the Internet without a smartphone thanks to the WiFi USB dongle supplied with the device.

Press contact: Mr Duong Tran Ngoc Telephone +49 51 21.9 98 13 32 [email protected] www.blaupunkt.com

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Press contact: Ms Karin Schober Telephone +43 1.2 24 00 [email protected] www.borealisgroup.com

Innovative Leather Solutions for an Extremely Light and Resilient Interior BOXMARK Leather GmbH & Co. KG Feldbach | Austria Hall 6 | Stand 6120

Interior components made of Fibremod WE380HP

Lightweight Materials ld Wo r Borealis AG Wien | Austria Hall 2 | Stand 6220 The new hybrid polypropylene material “Fibremod™ WE380HP” from Borealis has a glass-fibre content of 20 percent and a mineral-filler content of ten percent. It is suitable for use in structural and visible car parts such as bonnets, window frames and armrests (see image). The lightweight material helps to reduce both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions without making any compromises when it comes to performance. Alongside its high mechanical resistance, the material also stands out due to its excellent processability, dimensional stability, low warpage, thermal resistance and extraordinary surface aesthetics. Daplen™ EE158AIB, a TPO material with a mineral-filler content of 13 percent, was selected by Volkswagen for its “VW up!” model. The material helps VW to achieve its weight reduction targets and additionally offers a balanced mechanical performance in terms of UV and scratch resistance, low emissions and fogging, as well as outstanding aesthetic properties.

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BOXMARK aims to use its leather innovations XLIGHT® and XTREME® to set trends for the vehicle interiors of the future and make a valuable contribution towards sustainability. XLIGHT® weighs just 600g/m² including lamination and is therefore able to reduce the overall weight of every vehicle while at the same time achieving reductions in the emission of harmful substances and cost savings. XTREME® stands out due to its longer than average service life, high abrasion resistance and outstanding strain, ductility and tear strength properties. A multitude of test certificates additionally act as proof of its extraordinary resistance against mould, bacteria, disinfectant agents, sun radiation, dirt, chlorine and salt water, oil, alcohol and water. XLIGHT® and XTREME® meet all international standards and are also available combined in a single leather product (see image). The leather innovations from BOXMARK can be used for all interior components.

Press contact: Mr Eduard Katholnig Telephone +43 31 52.41 71-0 [email protected] www.boxmark.at

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Press contact: Ms Maren Stierle Telephone +49 7 11.78 25 34 36 [email protected] www.cenit.com

The World’s Biggest Laser Metal Melting Machine

FASTSUITE Edition 2

Software for the Digital Factory

CENIT AG Stuttgart | Deutschand Hall 3 | Stand 3103 With its FASTSUITE Edition 2 (see image), the IT software and consulting company CENIT from the German city of Stuttgart has created an independent platform that reliably covers the entire process from the validation of process planning through to the virtual commissioning of production facilities. The software is based on an approach that is suitable for a comprehensive range of different manufacturers, processes and technologies. It therefore enables robotic, mechanical, human or logistics components to be integrated in just one simulation environment without any problems. The IZB exhibitor aims to use FASTSUITE Edition 2 to fill a gap in the market that existed between PLM-based and manufacturer-specific systems. The strengths of the software solution from CENIT include aspects such as simple and innovative operation, efficient and technologyspecific programming functions for robotic applications and the complete openness of the system.

Concept Laser GmbH / Hofmann Innovation Group Lichtenfels | Deutschand Hall 6 | Stand 6320 According to its supplier, the X line 1000R (see image) is the world’s largest generative laser metal melting machine, with a building area of 630 x 400 x 500mm3. It was developed for the tool-less manufacturing of large functional components and technical prototypes with identical material properties to series-production parts. One of the main aims in the automotive industry is to replace cost-intensive casting applications in early stages of development. This machine not only meets this aim, but also enables users to produce lightweight structures with a high rigidity that facilitate the use of weight-optimised forms with virtually no constructional limitations. The X line 1000R was even used to create the largest metal component ever to be produced using a powder-bedbased laser melting process, namely an aluminium gear part with impressive dimensions of 474 x 367 x 480 mm3. On top of this, the machine concept also features a multitude of positive environmental effects. By avoiding the use of casting applications and casting furnaces, it enables users to save a significant amount of energy and produce much less waste.

Press contact: Mr Daniel Hund Ms Susanne Pfadenhauer Telephone +49 95 71.1 67 92 51 Telephone +49 95 71.94 91 61 [email protected] [email protected] www.concept-laser.de www.hofmann-innovation.com

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Press contact: Mr Thomas Aurich Telephone +49 2 02.2 91 21 15 [email protected] www.delphi.com

Increasing Efficiency for the Mobility of the Future ld Wo r A high-pressure pump

Improved Multiple Injection Thanks to Injectors

Delphi Automotive Systems Bascharage | Luxemburg Hall 3 | Stand 3600 (IZB Delphi TV lounge) The new family of Diesel Common Rail Systems produced by Delphi features a variety of different components for fuel injection, including solenoid valve injectors, high-pressure pumps (see image), control devices (ECUs) and rails. The special combination of these components helps to improve performance by increasing injection pressure to up to 2500 bar and provide more effective multiple injection thanks to injectors that can carry out up to nine injections per cycle. These innovations result in better injection control and improved combustion, which in turn lead to a reduction in fuel consumption, carbon dioxide emissions and other emissions. The innovations therefore clearly represent a step forward in terms of environmental protection. They also open up opportunities to reduce combustion noise or improve the sound of engine noise.

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Diehl Metall Stiftung & Co. KG Röthenbach | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5122 Three business units of the company Diehl Metall will use the IZB 2014 to present their product innovations for the automotive industry. Diehl Metall Messing will showcase its newly developed and extremely wearresistant high-tensile brass alloys, which form a basis for power trains and ancillary units such as turbochargers and gear elements. Diehl Metall Schmiedetechnik will present its multi-cone synchroniser ring package made of brass and steel, which guarantees optimal thermal efficiency in mechanical manual gearboxes. Diehl Metal Applications offers customer-oriented solutions thanks to the integrated added value provided by services such as the in-house production of semi-finished products, pressing technology and electroplating right through to metal-plastic compound systems. New additions to the unit‘s product portfolio include the Schempp+Decker press-fit zone EE04, which follows the trend of miniaturisation, and the whisker-reduced surface coatings “S+D Advanced Indium” and “S+D Advanced SnAg” for pressfit zones. New developments such as contact systems for electromobility (see image) are already being used by a German OEM.

Press contact: Ms Taina Temmen Telephone +49 9 11.5 70 40 [email protected] www.diehl.com/metall

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Press contact: Mr Dr. Tobias Nickel Telephone +49 87 41.47 47 47 [email protected] www.draexlmaier.com

Industrial Laser Colour Printing without Sunburn

DSP-PRINT-TEC GmbH Güntersleben | Germany Hall 1 | Stand 1108

The “X²-Mittelkonsole” centre console

Cost-Effective Lightweight Construction in the Field of Vehicle Interiors Dräxlmaier Group Vilsbiburg | Germany Hall 4 | Stand 4305 Up until now, a high level of lightweight construction potential and low costs have always been in strong conflict. At the IZB 2014, the Dräxlmaier Group will use its new “X²-Mittelkonsole” centre console concept (see image) to show that both advantages can indeed be combined. This innovative concept for vehicle interiors enables the production of a centre console that is on average more than 30 percent lighter and over 30 percent more cost-effective than the conventional centre consoles currently installed in middle-class vehicles. The automotive supplier company aims to achieve these reductions by using a new and unique bracket architecture with an integral construction that intelligently combines the benefits of the well-known cover and bracket construction methods. As a result, the X² centre console offers users maximal design freedom, variability, modularity and sustainability. It also boasts an additional advantage by being the first centre console that can be installed in vehicles without requiring the use of tools. A multitude of patents have already been granted and several analyses aiming to confirm the concept’s suitability for series production are now as good as complete.

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Laser Colour Coating (LCC) is a newly developed printing technology that uses a standard industrial laser to mark different surfaces in a production line in a cost-effective and variable process using different colours (RAL chart). LCC (see image) uses the advantages of inkjet printers (contactless printing, variable texts and different colours) and laser technology (high availability, low maintenance) whilst eliminating their disadvantages. Conventional laser printing technology burns surfaces or, in the case of plastics, leads to foaming. The LCC process, on the other hand, uses a thin coating to produce a colour print with a laser. Laser Colour Coating avoids the use of additives in the product material and is suitable for both labelling and high-resolution printing.

Press contact: Mr Karl-Heinz Pröstler Telephone +49 93 65.89 06 10 [email protected] www.dsp-print.de

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Press contact: Ms Orsolya Esztervary Telephone +49 72 22.15 99 86 20 [email protected] www.eaton.com

An Impact Splinter Protection Concept for Door Trims

Eissmann Group Automotive Bad Urach | Germany Hall 6 | Stand 6204

The Eaton EAVS supercharger

Optimal Forced Induction with a Variable Engine Speed ld Wo r Eaton Germany GmbH Rastatt | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3107 Electrically Assisted Variable Speed Technology (EAVS) from Eaton is a new electrically assisted system that enables forced induction with a variable engine speed on the basis of Eaton’s TVS® superchargers (see image). Alongside forced induction, the technology also offers a number of benefits when it comes to optimising power and consumption, for example its regenerative mild-hybrid mode. It additionally enables starters and alternators to be replaced with an integrated start/stop module. A planetary gear in this module connects superchargers, electric motors and vehicle engines and facilitates extremely flexible operating modes. When used with a relatively small vehicle battery, it therefore enables optimal forced induction at all engine speeds whilst avoiding the delays in the build-up of pressure that occur with other superchargers. Vehicle engines equipped with EAVS develop more torque and a perfect vehicle response, especially at low engine speeds. This enables aggressive downsizing and optimises the mileage of the vehicle in question. The combined properties of EAVS offer a significant amount of fuel-saving potential without any compromise in terms of performance.

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The company Porsche AG has joined forces with the Eissmann Group Automotive to develop a multitude of visible and structural components made of CFRP and fibreglass for the interior of the Porsche 918 Spyder hybrid model (see image). This joint development partnership has resulted in the launch of an innovative splinter protection concept for carbon door trims in the case of side impact that is suitable for series production. The corresponding product portfolio available from the Eissmann Group contains door trims (visible components), glove compartments, support frames and several other components (some of which are visible components) that can be assembled together to form an instrument panel. The visible components in this portfolio are coated with a layer of either gloss or matt protection paint in order to ensure that their high-quality surface finish can withstand exposure to the elements. The company Eissmann Cotesa GmbH, which is responsible for the carbon fibre and glass fibre segment, is a joint venture that was created in 2010 in cooperation with the company Aerospace Experten Cotesa GmbH. The aim of this joint venture is to meet the growing requirements concerning lightweight construction in the automotive industry and to constantly expand the product portfolio available in this area.

Press contact: Ms Stephanie Conzmann Telephone +49 71 25.9 37 30 [email protected] www.eissmann.com

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Press contact: Mr Uli Kaiser Telephone +66 87.1 46 88 00 [email protected] www.emag.com

A Compact Oxygen Sensor Element with a Rapid Response Time E+E Elektronik Ges.m.b.H. Engerwitzdorf | Austria Hall 2 | Stand 2205 E

The pick-up turning machine VL 2: 12

A Multi-Functional Pick-up Turning Machine ld Wo r EMAG Group Chonburi | Thailand Hall 1 | Stand 1308 According to EMAG, an IZB exhibitor from Thailand, the company is the world’s first manufacturer to produce a turning machine with a pick-up work spindle with main axes that move while the tooling systems remain stationary. EMAG claims that this concept has completely transformed the turning procedure used up to now. Every machine in the VSC series is a manufacturing cell. The pick-up spindle enables the machine to load itself very quickly at virtually no extra cost. Nowadays, these machines act as multi-function production centres that can also be used for drilling, milling, grinding, gear cutting and other associated processes. The machines all feature the same design but contain different tooling systems. The VL 2:12 pick-up turning machine (the machining area of which can be seen in the image below), for example, can be used for turning or for driven drilling and milling tools in order to carry out a large number of processing activities.

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The new O2 sensor element (see image) from E+E Elektronik enables oxygen concentrations of between 0 and 100 percent in combustion processes to be precisely measured and monitored. One of the main advantages of the E+E sensor element in comparison with the lambda sensor is its rapid response time of less than a second. Another highlight is its particularly compact design, which results in less heat dissipation and, as a result, lower case temperatures. Its sensor characteristics stand out due to its linear O2 dependence through the entire measurement range, as well as its low voltage and temperature dependency. The sensor element is calibrated with a fixed O2 content and can be electrically connected with wires or clip contacts. It is suitable for operating temperatures of up to 800 degrees Celsius.

Press contact: Mr Johannes Fraundorfer Telephone +43 72 35.60 52 17 [email protected] www.epluse.com

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E-T-A Elektrotechnische Apparate GmbH Nürnberg | Germany Hall 4 | Stand 4095

Expert Teams Where Needed

Espacio Subconmeeting (MMB Gadestic, S.L.) Madrid | Spain Hall 2 | Stand 2204 The Spanish company Espacio Subconmeeting will use the IZB 2014 to showcase its new concept for the supplier industry. This new concept is based on being able to provide a team of experts in every industrial supply sector where needed. It enables manufacturers to work on the development of their products and components hand in hand with a group of research, development and production experts. In doing so, they not only benefit from shared synergies, but also from many years of experience and a high level of expertise. According to the IZB exhibitor, this new approach to dealing with the production and improvement of industrial processes enables manufacturers to achieve a significant amount of savings.

The electronic ESR10 Micro 10 A standard relay (see image) from the company E-T-A Elektrotechnische Apparate GmbH is a solid-state relay for 12V DC vehicle applications. It stands out due to its silent operation, bidirectional control, low current consumption and long lifespan. The “ESR10 Micro 10 A” can be used to replace an electromechanical relay because control polarity plays no role. The solid-state relay is suitable for switching resistive, inductive and capacitive loads, as well as lamp loads. It also offers users the option of frequency control. E-T-A is a manufacturer of circuit breakers, automatic cut-outs and electronic fuses. Its range of products also contains relays, power distributors and complete control cabinet solutions. The products manufactured by the IZB exhibitor, for example its circuit breakers for equipment, offer maximum reliability against the effects of overcurrents and short circuits in areas such as automation and automotive engineering.

Press contact: Mr Patric Groß Telephone +49 91 87.1 05 34 [email protected] www.e-t-a.de

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Lightweight Cast Iron Steering Knuckles

The CFRP monocoque

Less Weight and Improved Performance

Evonik Industries AG Darmstadt | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3500 At the IZB 2014, EVONIK Industries will use an automotive CFRP monocoque (see image) to present a variety of innovative material solutions in the specialty chemicals sector with a special focus on lightweight car body manufacturing. The components used in the CFRP monocoque were mostly manufactured using an RTM process and the matrix is epoxy-based, in this case on the basis of the VESTAMIN® resin/hardener system. EVONIK additionally used NANOPOX® in order to specifically improve the strength properties of certain components by adding silica nanoparticles to the matrix. The floor area and tunnel use a sandwich structure with a core made of ROHACELL® structural foam to achieve further weight reduction whilst also improving performance. The fact that the sandwich layers are easy to shape in component manufacturing processes with short processing times means that this material solution is an interesting option for selected series components. The windscreen is made of PLEXIGLAS® and therefore offers advantages such as a weight saving of 50 percent compared to mineral glass, excellent transparency and outstanding malleability.

Fagor Ederlan S. Coop. Eskoriatza | Spain Hall 7 | Stand 7225 In accordance with the OEM strategy of using weight reduction to improve fuel efficiency and lower exhaust emissions, the Fagor Ederlan Group has now developed lightweight cast iron steering knuckles (see image). The manufacturer, which develops products, materials and processes, was also able to achieve a weight saving of 15 to 25 percent in real commercial applications as a result of its multi-technology innovation programme. The function-oriented structural optimisation of the steering knuckles enables users to design thin-walled products whilst achieving a tolerance reduction of 75 percent. According to the exhibitor, the expansion of the company’s industrial model resources was made possible by its experience, advanced engineering, investments in next-generation facilities and the use of its own expertise in its in-house processing activities. For strength-driven applications, Fagor Ederlan plans to release new high-yield ductile grades of cast iron without patents. It has succeeded in improving the yield strength of these metals by 60 percent with no loss of elongation.

Press contact: Ms Inmaculada Rodriguez Lizarralde Telephone +34 9 43.71 90 00 [email protected] www.fagorederlan.es

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Press contact: Ms Kristin Emmerich Telephone +49 62 41.30 12 24 [email protected] www.faist-chemtec.com

Better Surface Quality and Leak-Tightness

Felss Shortcut Technologies Königsbach-Stein | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5118

The adhesive pad application equipment and damping film application

A Secure Hole Sealing Concept and Automated Film Coating ld Wo r FAIST ChemTec Group Worms | Germany Hall 6 | Stand 6123 FAIST ChemTec has developed a new adhesive pad that can be used to seal holes during the painting process and joined forces with the company SAR to produce a concept for automated assembly. The adhesive pad stands out due to its secure and durable hole sealing properties, the fact that it provides increased corrosion protection by sealing the punching burr and the fact that its automated application requires less time and effort, enabling 50 adhesive pads to be fitted in a cycle time of under 60 seconds. The application equipment is also able to check that the pads have been fully applied in exactly the right positions (see top image). FAIST ChemTec has also joined forces with the company alpha-tec to develop a system for the automated application of damping films (see bottom image). This system enables damping films with hot-melt adhesive and magnetic damping films to be applied in conveyor cycles and significantly reduces the high costs involved in manual film coating or LASD systems. It also minimises the number of different items involved. The FAIST Akustikzentrum is currently developing the coating concept for the automatic application of damping films in preparation for the implementation.

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Strong vibrations, severe fluctuations of temperature and high and variable system pressures are disadvantageous conditions for injection tube connections that need to be permanently secure. The rolling processes used by the company Felss help to significantly improve the quality of surfaces and, in turn, their leak-tightness. The Felss common rail line (see image) is able to withstand injection pressures of more than 10,000 bars and stands out due to a multitude of different advantages. These benefits include the fact that in comparison to similar lines, the Felss common rail line is 25 percent stronger thanks to its surface finishing in the sealing area (calculated on the basis of the increase in injection pressure), 400 percent more precise due to the improvement of surface quality (calculated on the basis of the evaluation of the RZ values for forming vs. forming and rolling) and 44 percent better in terms of resource efficiency as a result of the elimination of additional components/solder joints (calculated on the basis of the number of components involved in forming vs. the assembly of rotary components). Other special features include an increase in geometric accuracy and material hardening in essential areas.

Press contact: Ms Lauretta Ojukwu Telephone +49 72 32.40 20 [email protected] www.felss.com

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Increasing Service Life and Resilience

Frauenhofer-Institut für Schicht- und Oberflächentechnik IST Braunschweig | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5109 The IZB exhibition stand run by the Fraunhofer Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films (IST) will showcase a variety of different components from the fields of automotive manufacturing, tool making and mechanical engineering. DLC coatings can increase the service life and resilience of these parts and minimise friction losses. The staff at the institute are significantly involved in the development of such DLC coatings and also continue to work intensively on adapting an extremely wide variety of DLC modifications to suit customer-specific applications and optimising tribological systems. The main focus of their work is the evaluation of component surfaces, wear analyses, the selection of the most suitable coatings and the adjustment of the entire substrate and layer assembly process with the aim of achieving the best possible performance. Particular emphasis is placed on combinations of different coatings and coating technologies. Users of these coatings include the automotive industry (see image), the aerospace industry, tool manufacturers and users and the entire field of mechanical engineering.

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Frauenhofer-Institut für Werkzeugmaschinen und Umformtechnik IWU Chemnitz | Germany Hall 1 | Stand 1211 Industrial production is the backbone of Germany as a business location. In order to maintain the location’s high level of innovative power and competitiveness, we need to use comprehensive approaches and technology, for example by using resources in a more sustainable manner, saving energy, making better use of materials and more efficiently recycling limited resources. At the new E³ Research Factory for ResourceEfficient Production (see image), scientists from the Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology (IWU) work to develop solutions for these central challenges and synergistically combine these different problem-solving approaches. These researchers work together with partners from industry and science to explore how resource, energy and information flows can be networked and controlled in such a manner that they create an efficient and emission-neutral factory in which people play an important role as central innovation leaders and knowledge holders. The E³ Research Factory uses this approach to develop solutions for the production activities of the future in the competence areas of “Car Body Construction”, “Powertrain” and “Energy Management”.

Press contact: Mr Hendrik Schneider Telephone +49 3 51.53 97 14 54 [email protected] www.iwu.frauenhofer.de

The transparent glass control centre at the E³ Research Factory for Resource-Efficient Production

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Press contact: Ms Linda Negro Telephone +39 0 11.6 70 06 87 [email protected] www.fromconcepttocar.com

More All-Terrain Mobility and Fuel Savings for Supercars

GKN Driveline Lohmar | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5208

The UMV project logo

An Urban Mobility Vehicle ld Wo r From Concept to Car Torino | Italy Hall 3 | Stand 3403 From Concept to Car is currently working on the development of a L6e and L7e as well as a last-mile small delivery e-van with advanced properties. One of these properties is the fact that the open-source modular vehicle supports the design and allocation of seats, while its modular power train architecture supports REX and FEV. Other features include the vehicle’s simplified and cost-effective E/E architecture, its wireless connection to mobile devices on the basis of available standards, torque vectoring for the parking assistant and the use of thermoplastic recyclable material to replace metals. The use of new materials helps to improve both thermal and acoustic comfort. The vehicle has an efficiency target of 40 Wh/km. It uses a combination of green REX (biofuels) and e-traction (ZEV) e-motor technology with a low rare-earth content to have a low impact on the environment. The aim is to develop a new LEV concept. The design phase is fully oriented towards cost-effective product development.

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The company GKN has now developed a new high-performance version of its electric drive axle (eAxle) for plug-in hybrid supercars. The eAxle technology (see image) provides high-performance cars with an optional pure electric mode, increased fuel efficiency, excellent acceleration and extremely good handling. The company has already supplied all-wheel drive eAxle systems for more than 250,000 vehicles. Two manufacturers of luxury vehicles have also chosen to use the GKN technology in their hybrid supercars. When developing its technology, GKN uses its very own state-of-the-art simulation and analysis tools to meet its own high standards and its growing customer demands with regard to weight, power density, NVH and durability. GKN is certain that these programmes will help to increase public acceptance of plugin hybrid drives. Its technology provides vehicles with all-wheel drive characteristics combined with significant reductions in harmful emissions and fuel savings, even in the case of cars with front-wheel drive.

Press contact: Ms Sigrid Schulte-Beckhausen Telephone +49 22 46.1 00 22 65 [email protected] www.gkndriveline.com

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Press contact: Ms Katrin Steneberg Telephone +49 5 31.39 02 90 [email protected] www.gom.com

Fibre-Reinforced Plastic Components in a Single Processing Step

The ATOS ScanBox series

3D Measuring Machines for Automated Quality Control

GOM – Gesellschaft für Optische Messtechnik mbH Braunschweig | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3308 GOM will present three different models of its optical 3D measuring machine ATOS ScanBox (see image) at the IZB 2014. These standardised measuring cells are fully automated, from the entire measurement and inspection processes right through to the inspection report. They therefore enable the completion of unmanned quality control checks in the production environment, for example checks carried out on cast, plastic and sheet metal components and assemblies. The different models of the ATOS ScanBox are suitable for different sized components. GOM’s 3D measuring machine does not have to be installed in a permanent location, but instead can be assembled and put into operation in just one or two days. The main element in all of the measuring cells is a robot-controlled 3D scanner from the ATOS series that is used to measure components using a three-dimensional and contactless method. The ATOS ScanBox models have been specially developed for production-related inspection and quality assurance activities and are already being used by a multitude of different companies such as Daimler, VW, Rolls Royce, Bosch, Honeywell, Samsung, Automotive Lighting and ZF.

HBW-GUBESCH Kunststoff-Engineering GmbH Emskirchen | Germany Hall 6 | Stand 6110 Twin-O-Sheet is an energy-efficient procedure that is suitable for series production for the cost-effective manufacturing of large-volume, functionalised and highly resilient hollow objects made of fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP), for example organic sheeting, in a single processing step. The area of application of the procedure covers the production of structural items such as strut braces and seat shells. The Twin-O-Sheet procedure involves heating two sheets of fibre-reinforced plastic, using gas pressure to form them and subsequently using the residual heat to weld the component halves together in the same step. Injection moulding can then be used to functionalise the components where necessary. The precise positioning of the heated sheets of fibre-reinforced plastic in the tool plays an important role in the Twin-O-Sheet procedure in order to guarantee the required gas seal on the mould parting surface. The procedure is the first approach to enable the production of closed hollow FVK structures in one step or with one tool. Its combination of lightweight construction in terms of both design and material enables users to increase the rigidity of components without increasing their costs.

Press contact: Ms Jasmin Redelberger Telephone +49 91 04.8 27 00 [email protected] www.hbw-gubesch.de

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Press contact: Mr Dr Markus Richter Telephone +49 29 41.38 75 45 [email protected] www.hella.com

New Opportunities Thanks to Innovative Processes

HEWI G. Winker GmbH & Co. KG Spaichingen | Germany Hall 7 | Stand 7200

Matrix LED highlights from the AUDI A8

Individual Control of Every LED ld Wo r HELLA KGaA Hueck & Co. Lippstadt | Germany Hall 4 | Stand 4107 The companies Audi and HELLA are currently celebrating the introduction of a world premiere in the new Audi A8, which was recently launched on the market. Audi’s flagship model is available with the world’s first ever Matrix LED headlights with glare-free high beam (see image). The technical implementation of this function involves dividing the high beam up between five reflectors, each of which contains a 5-chip LED. For the first time ever, the lighting expert HELLA has succeeded in individually controlling each LED on the 5-segment chip and is therefore able to turn up or dim a total of 25 LEDs per headlight as and when required. The use of this Matrix technology enables several tunnels to open simultaneously for the first time, for example in the case that a number of oncoming vehicles are driving one behind the other. The technology is able to ‘mask out’ these vehicles whilst enabling the high beam to continue to fully illuminate all of the areas between and to the left and right of the oncoming vehicles. The system then returns to its full high-beam function as soon as all vehicles have left the driver’s field of vision.

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Cold forming processes enable users to have a specific influence on the properties of their materials and components. According to the IZB exhibitor HEWI, it is able to produce optimal benefits for its customers by taking an integrated approach to the parameters of materials, design and technology. HEWI uses its comprehensive expertise and the incorporation of state-of-the-art developments to tackle new challenges. In the field of design, for example, the company combines numerical analyses of the sub-disciplines of forming and structural mechanics to predict the ultimate properties of components. According to HEWI, the constant modernisation and expansion of its machinery (see image) enables the company to offer its customers a cost-effective substitute for hot-pressed and turned parts in the form of cold-formed parts in net-shape quality. The exhibitor demonstrates its expertise in the field of connecting elements and cold-formed parts with a customer portfolio containing all well-known OEMs, as well as joint patents with Volkswagen AG and Daimler AG.

Press contact: Mr Daniel Schmid Telephone +49 74 24.70 42 56 [email protected] www.hewi-sicherungsmuttern.de

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Press contact: Ms Melanie Stutz Telephone +41 44.8 09 35 77 [email protected] www.hexagonmetrology.de

Equipped for the Large-Scale Production of Elastomer-Micro Bonded Parts

TIGO SF

An Extremely Precise Measuring Device for Production Areas

Hexagon Metrology GmbH Wetzlar | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5214 Hexagon Metrology recently announced the market launch of TIGO SF (see image), a precise and compact 3D coordinate measuring machine (CMM) specifically designed for use in production areas. TIGO SF is the ideal measurement solution for a broad spectrum of small and medium-sized parts from all industrial sectors. With a measuring volume of 500 x 580 x 500mm (X/Y/Z), the device boasts a volumetric accuracy and is therefore, according to its manufacturer, the most precise production CMM in its category. A number of functions help to ensure that the device provides extremely precise measurements, even under demanding production conditions. Its improved structural thermal compensation guarantees precise measurements in a temperature range of 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. Passive damping protects the machine against the common vibrations involved in production activities and active dampers are also available as an option for extra protection. The machine is additionally equipped with covers and bellows to prevent contamination of its moving parts.

Hoffmann GmbH Gummi- und Kunststoffformtechnik Kirchheim | Germany Hall 6 | Stand 6118 In cooperation with a manufacturer of rubber injection moulding machines, this IZB exhibitor has developed a new concept for the largescale production of rubber-metal and rubber-plastic micro bonded parts using 50-ton injection moulding machines (see image). The aim of this development was to keep the idle time of the machines down to an absolute minimum. The option of connecting an industrial robot to the process in order to fill and empty the vulcanisation moulds was also factored into the concept development process. The micro bonded parts are manufactured in the company’s new production facilities for industrial process measurement and control components to be installed in proportional valves, 2/2-way valves, non-return valves and pneumatic and hydraulic actuators and sensors. The requirements for highly-resistant materials are just one of the challenges faced by the company alongside tolerance demands concerning linear measures, evenness, perpendicularity, rotation and surface quality in a range of ± 0.02mm.

Press contact: Mr Jochen Kugler Telephone +49 70 21.9 50 10 12 [email protected] www.hofftech.com

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Press contact: Mr Stephan Berz Telephone +39 04 22.75 01 11 [email protected] www.hrsflow.com

An XXL Vacuum Distillation System ld Wo r Avoiding pressure jumps

Precise Adjustment of Every Pin Position

HRSflow c/o Inglass S.p.A. Torino | Italy Hall 3 | Stand 3403 HRSflow, an international supplier of hot runner systems, offers a multitude of advance technological solutions for sequential injection moulding. One of these solutions is the FLEXflow, a Servo-Driven valve gate that assures accurate, easy and flexible control of pressures and flow rates during the whole injection process. It is a step forward the sequential injection molding thanks to its high flexibility in adjusting the process parameters. Among the various benefits, FLEXflow allows to improve part quality and perform the most challenging of applications. The HRSflow FLEXflow controller grants accurate setting, control and monitoring of the valve pin position, velocity, acceleration and stroke. Controllers are available in 7 different configurations: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 and 16 zones. Furthermore HRSflow Mold Flow department can provide customers with an optimized nozzle opening sequence for a minimized numbers of shots for color changeover. This sequence can be recorded in the FLEXflow control unit to be easily recalled whenever needed.

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H2O GmbH Steinen | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5131 The new VACUDEST XXL vacuum distillation system (see image) from the company H20 is nearly 7.6 metres long and 6m high and can process an impressive 30,000m3 of wastewater per year: The system is a new addition to the exhibitor’s existing high-performance XS to XL series and will be presented to trade visitors from the global automotive industry for the first time at the IZB 2014. This extraordinary system boasts a distillation performance of up to 5000 litres per hour and is above all interesting for the field of automotive production due to its large processing capacity and patented H20 innovations. Plans are in place for the VACUDEST XXL to go into production at the company, which is based in the town of Steinen in the German Federal State of Baden-Württemberg, at the beginning of 2015. According to the exhibitor, the experts for wastewater-free production at H20 GmbH are the world’s technology leaders when it comes to efficient and reliable evaporators for the processing and management of industrial wastewater.

Press contact: Mr Thomas Dotterweich Telephone +49 76 27.9 23 90 [email protected] www.h2o-de.com

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A Management System for Vehicle Testing

The Light Multi Axis Shaker

A Test Bench for Multiaxial Vibration Tests

IABG mbH Ottobrunn | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3402 IABG has been testing products and components from the automotive and aerospace industries and the fields of energy and transport for more than 50 years. In August 2014, the company will add yet another test bench to its range of services in the area of multiaxial vibration testing: the LiMAS (Light Multi Axis Shaker, see image). This will enable IABG to carry out multiaxial vibration tests in a frequency range of 0.5 to 200 Hz and with an acceleration of up to 13g with a maximum test object weight of 1t, as well as under simulated environmental conditions. The bench also enables the company to examine product behaviour in combined tests in a temperature range of -40 to +95 degrees Celsius and with a relative humidity of up to 95 percent. The services available from the exhibitor are oriented towards customerspecific demands and requirements. The IABG Fatigue Strength Laboratory (IBL) is accredited in accordance with the standard DIN EN ISO 17025 in the field of vibration testing and is therefore subject to regular quality surveillance by the German Accreditation Council (DAkkS).

ICT Software Services GmbH Karlsruhe | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3312 Vehicle Circuit Test OpeRation (VICTOR, see image) is a management system that supports the testing process used for vehicles on an automotive test track. The basic version covers all stages of the process. The control centre is used to plan tests, define test parameters and coordinate the execution of test programmes. The electronic unit in the vehicle instructs the driver as to how to conduct the test and records the test data. After the testing is complete, the test data are transmitted to the control centre, where they are stored and evaluated. Test reports can then be produced in accordance with customer-specific requirements. Optional system extensions enable garage staff to be provided with instructions on how to configure the test vehicles, an automated driving manoeuvre recognition function, danger warnings and audio recordings of drivers’ comments and observations. The main advantage of VICTOR is that it enables paperless, reliable and secured test operations that can be used to achieve reproducible test results.

Press contact: Mr Alexander Dotzler Telephone +49 7 21.93 27 61 11 [email protected] www.ict.eu/de

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Press contact: Ms Sandra Seitz Telephone +49 2 21.56 78 81 00 [email protected] www.inficonautomotive.de

Real-Time Thermography in HD Quality ld Wo r

Better Handling Combined with Easier and More Flexible Operation re ld P Wo r

The company INFICON will present a special innovation for the very first time at the IZB 2014 in the form of its HLD6000 leak detector (see image). The refrigerant leak detector is able to quickly and reliably detect leaks in air conditioning systems and is suitable for detecting substances such as CO2 and even R1234yf. When compared with its well-established predecessor, the HLD5000, the HLD6000 features a multitude of improvements. The servicing device’s optimised ergonomic design and lighter probe, for example, make it easier to use over long periods of time, while LEDs in the probe help to optimally light up the inspection area. Control of the device is highly simplified by the new intuitive HMI, which reduces operating errors and requires less training, as well as making the Inficon HLD600 easier to set up and service. The leak detectors manufactured by the IZB exhibitor are used in challenging industrial processes with a wide range of different applications in the fields of production and quality control.

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InfraTec GmbH Infrarotsensorik und Messtechnik Dresden | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3105

The HLD6000 leak detector

Inficon GmbH Köln | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3311

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A maximum level of quality, unique performance characteristics and excellent handling are the outstanding features of the new “VarioCAM® High Definition” camera series (see image) from InfraTec. These camera models are now available for use as mobile equipment in the “research” and “inspect” lines and as stationary alternatives in the “head” range, with the individual properties of each type of camera enabling it to meet the requirements for optimal use in all areas of application. Two different high-definition microbolometer detectors of the latest generation with a resolution of 1024 x 768 or 640 x 480 IR pixels make up the heart of the VarioCAM® High Definition series. These work in combination with the cameras’ innovative optomechanical MicroScan technology to quadruple the native detector resolution and provide real temperature measurements. The cameras also boast a multitude of equally innovative useful functions such as the permanent autofocus supported by the integrated laser rangefinder and the unique “EverSharp function”.

Press contact: Ms Anja Scheibe Telephone +49 3 51.8 71 86 20 [email protected] www.infratec.de

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A Lowerable Exterior Door Handle

The item installation column

A Connection Point for Production Activities

item Industrietechnik GmbH Solingen | Germany Hall 1 | Stand 1103 The item installation column (see image) can be used to connect production areas with power, compressed air and data network access. The stable column contains two spacious cable conduits and sockets, switches and jacks can be directly plugged into place in the openings. Once they are finished and ready for use, all open conduits can be neatly covered with an aluminium profile so that the installation column securely seals all supply lines. Each of the four sides features two Line 8 grooves that can be used to connect lamps, pivot arms and other accessories, meaning that the installation column can be productively used for several different purposes. Two aluminium ducts inside the column can be used to supply compressed air, while the pneumatic connection set provides outlets for compressed air tools at any height. On top of this, partition profiles divide each cable conduit into two separate areas in order to ensure that high and low-voltage lines are kept safely apart.

ITW Release & Trim Röttingen | Germany Hall 6 | Stand 6107 This door handle meets market demands by completing a virtually linear movement as it extends out of its basic position, which lies flush with the bodywork. It can then be used rotationally in the normal manner. Intelligent kinematics have enabled the company to significantly scale down the package compared to existing solutions without having a detrimental effect on the robustness of the system. The lowerable exterior handles (see image) particularly come into their own when combined with keyless technology, which automatically moves them outwards when needed and then returns them to their basic position once they have been used. The manual release of the handles in an emergency is also possible at all times. The component assembly features a closed case and also provides users with an integrated seal between the handle and the bodywork. Its visible surface can be coated using an online painting method or chrome plated and users can also choose to give it an even more elegant appearance with lighting options.

Press contact: Mr Markus Schubert Telephone +49 93 38.8 00 [email protected] www.itw-deltar.de

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A Special Lubricant for Plastic

Laser welding

Lightweight Construction with State-of-the-Art Technologies

KIRCHHOFF Automotive Germany GmbH Attendorn | Germany Hall 7 | Stand 7105 As a development partner, KIRCHHOFF Automotive uses a wide variety of different materials and state-of-the-art technologies to transform function-integrated designs into successful products. These lightweight products, which are optimised for every area of application, are individually tailored to meet the demands and requirements of each individual customer. The fact that the company uses partial press hardening enables it to achieve customised component properties. This procedure also facilitates the production of car body components, for example A-pillars and B-pillars, with weight and crash-optimised designs. When making hybrid structures of metal and plastic or steel and aluminium, KIRCHHOFF Automotive uses joining technologies such as adhesive bonding, clinching, tox clinching, riveting and screwing. The company additionally uses a variety of welding and soldering procedures and laser technology (see image) when joining and assembling structures made from mono-material. This laser technology also enables KIRCHHOFF to join sheet metal that is extremely thin-walled and light.

Klüber Lubrication München SE & Co. KG München | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5100 The use of plastic components in the automotive industry is becoming increasingly frequent. The risk of potential interaction between plastics and lubricants (see image) means that the involvement of a lubricant expert at an early stage of the new development of safety-relevant components is an important requirement. In its intensive research activities, the company Klüber Lubrication develops and tests lubricants designed to meet its customers’ needs and requirements. When it comes to achieving failure-free operation, a made-to-measure lubricant is essential, especially in the safety-relevant automotive sector. Unsuitable lubricants may damage plastic components by causing swelling, stress cracks, thermo-oxidative ageing and chemical corrosion, which in turn may change the plastic’s mechanical properties. The systematic investigations carried out by the company so far have identified a multitude of lubricant components, especially base oils, additives and thickeners, that cause specific damages to plastic.

Press contact: Ms Kirsten Busch Telephone +49 89.7 87 67 15 [email protected] www.klueber.com

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Press contact: Ms Dr Sabine Kob Telephone +49 1 75.3 35 06 10 [email protected] www.kh.de

Protection and Ease of Assembly Combined

Langendorf Textil GmbH & Co. KG Marktrodach | Germany Hall 6 | Stand 6331

SmartWave

SmartWave – A 3D Hybrid Featuring Electronics and Plastic ld Wo r Kunststoff Helmbrechts AG Helmbrechts | Germany Hall 6 | Stand 6105 A Flat but full of technical highlights: the SmartWave (see image) produced by the company Kunststoff Helmbrechts AG (KH) integrates electronics into a three-dimensionally moulded plastic component that is just 8mm high and is a prime example of the impressive range of functions of contemporary hybrid components. The possible applications of such components, for example in car interiors, will increase rapidly over the next few years. The SmartWave, which is manufactured using an in-mould labelling (IML) process, combines a decorative film with a glossy black finish with a functional film in a sandwich construction. This construction features conductive tracks applied using a screen printing process and is fitted with resistors and other electronic components that are adhered with anisotropic conductive film. These processes are carried out by the company’s project partner MID-TRONIC in the German town of Wiesau. The IML technology enables SmartWave to boast a completely closed surface with a black-panel effect. By touching this surface, users can control several programmes and functions with capacitive buttons and sliders. RGB LEDs enable colour changes, luminous fields follow the movement of users’ fingers and the KH logo is lit up.

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The convoluted tubing GAFMIL™ (see image) combines the protection of a non-slit tube with the ease of assembly of a slit tube. It protects wires against dirt, abrasion, excessively short bending radii and wire damage. The main benefits of GAFMIL™ are its reduced assembly time, weight reduction, high mechanical protection of wires, fill ratio of up to 100 percent and the fact that it is easy to use. On top of all this, it does not require any wrapping tape. Different versions of the tubing are available for different requirements. “Waterproof” replaces non-slit corrugated tubes and wrapping tapes and provides protection against liquids, dust and harsh environments. „Silent“ protects wires and wire harnesses in seats, dashboards, vehicle pillars, doors and boots. “So-Kool” protects wires and wire harnesses placed near sources of heat such as exhaust manifolds and pipes, engines, turbo compressors, brakes, catalysers and radiators and “Low Abrasion” protects wires and wire harnesses against the effects of vibration.

Press contact: Ms Nicole Hempfling Telephone +49 92 61.967 0 [email protected] www.langendorf-textil.com

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Duplex Coating for Maximum Corrosion Protection

The LSIS BDU plug-in type

High-Performance Energy Storage Components

LSIS Co., Ltd. Gyeonggi-Do | Republic of Korea Hall 5 | Stand 5306 The international automotive supplier LSIS will present its innovative products and systems at the IZB. According to the exhibitor, the company has established a proven track record of providing its customers with high-quality xEV solutions since 1993 with its national G7 EV project. LSIS provides future technology for electric devices and electric protection whilst focusing on the automotive megatrends of the dual battery system and vehicles with engines powered by alternative energy. The LSIS stand at the IZB will present the company’s highperformance energy storage components (relays and a battery disconnection unit, see image) as part of the double battery system, as well as showcasing its power electronics (a DC/DC converter) and charging product (Cordset). Where safety is concerned, these products were designed and manufactured on the basis of the ISO26262 and ASIL standards. The South Korean exhibitor works in close cooperation with its customers to develop advanced xEV solutions and bring new and innovative products to the market.

Metob Beschichtungen GmbH Michelau | Germany Hall 7 | Stand 7110 The combination of suitable lacquer coating systems from pretreatments right through to topcoats guarantees reliable corrosion protection. The composition of these coating systems can be precisely defined on the basis of guidelines produced by automotive manufacturers. When it comes to corrosion protection, a tried-andtested combination of applications of zinc phosphate (pre-treatment, 5 to 10 µm), EPD dipping paint (undercoat, 25 µm) and polyester powder coating (topcoat, 80 µm) has proven to be an excellent solution. By using modern coating systems, manufacturers can ensure that they comply with the strict EU directives on VOC emissions both now and in the future. Volatile organic compounds (VOC) are classified as precursors of ozone together with nitrogen oxides. In combination with sunlight, they support the production of ground-level ozone, which is a key ingredient of so-called summer smog. The company Metob already produces environmentally friendly duplex coatings (see image) at two sites in Germany. Its main customers are well-known automotive manufacturers and their suppliers.

Press contact: Mr Uwe Bauch Telephone +49 95 71.89 80 [email protected] www.metob.de

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Reducing Vehicle Weight

Muhr und Bender KG Attendorn | Germany Hall 7 | Stand 7306 Mubea works to support the challenging objectives set by automotive manufacturers in order to lower fuel consumption and emission values on a long-term basis by continuously developing new solutions for reducing vehicle weight. The use of flexibly rolled flat steel, for example, helps to significantly reduce the weight of twist-beam rear axles without causing any limitations in terms of their function and robustness (see image). The company’s current development projects in the B/C segment use this approach to achieve a weight reduction potential of over ten percent. Mubea will also use the IZB as an opportunity to showcase its innovative power in a number of other product areas. Its CFRP wheels, which are a world first, for example, can achieve weight savings of 20 to 30 percent compared to forged aluminium wheels, with a weight reduction of 9.4kg per vehicle in the case of a 7.5J x 20“ hybrid wheel (spoked alloys and a CFRP rim bed) and nearly 13kg per vehicle in the case of full CRFP wheels. These wheels have already successfully passed all important relevant tests.

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NMB-Minebea GmbH Langen | Germany Hall 4 | Stand 4412 Fans for LED headlights have now been available for quite some time. The solution recently launched by NMB-Minebea, however, boasts a new feature in the form of a mirror-inverted fan design. This new design makes it easier to cool headlights on both the left and the right. Unlike axial fans, the mirror-inverted fan uses a laminar airflow and is therefore able to dissipate the heat towards the LEDs‘ cooling element in a targeted and effective manner. This high level of effectiveness also means that the fans are smaller and lighter and can operate at lower rotational speeds. The new and reliable NMB-Minebea fan for LED headlights (see image) not only cools down headlights, but also prevents mirrors, lenses and cover plates from fogging up. Both fans meet the required standards for use in the automotive industry NMBMinebea GmbH, a subsidiary of the Minebea Group, has been a qualified supplier of electromechanical components such as DC motors, brushless DC motors and DC gear motors for OEMs in the automotive industry and as a first-tier supplier for many years.

Press contact: Mr Gerhard Langner Telephone +49 2 11.63 61 20 [email protected] www.nmb-minebea.com

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Press contact: Mr Ludger Fuchs Telephone +49 71 45.9 63 50 [email protected] www.nofmetalcoatings.com

Protection against Scratches and Impact Damage

Testing heat-induced loosening behaviour

The Best Possible Screw Connection Behaviour

NOF METAL COATINGS EUROPE Markgröningen | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5130 The NOF METAL COATINGS GROUP has adapted its PLUS®VL topcoat, which it claims forms part of the most frequently used zinc flake system in Europe when combined with GEOMET®321. This approach meets the new requirements in the automotive industry with regard to the avoidance of stick-slip and multiple screw connections. The PLUS®VLh finish prevents problems on EPD-coated surfaces and in the case of screw connections on or in aluminium. The parameters of this new topcoat, for example its application temperatures, are identical to those of its predecessor. The coating also has the same IMDS number due to the fact that the optimisation only involved subtle amendments to the product. All of its properties, for example its nominal friction coefficient, corrosion and dimension tolerance, remain unchanged, meaning that the new topcoat can be used as a full replacement for previous solutions without any problems. Fitting attempts at the companies Volkswagen and Daimler have proven the usability of the product, its suitability for the most critical fitting cases and its significantly lower amount of variance in the case of torque/ angle tightening.

Norddeutsche Seekabelwerke GmbH Nordenham | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5317 The production of vehicle components is a high-precision process and even the smallest of scratches can impair the function of such parts. It is therefore important that components with sensitive surfaces are sufficiently protected during transportation. POLY-NET® surface protection nets and grids (see image) are the ideal solution for meeting this requirement. These soft and flexible polyethylene nets and grids can be placed around or between components in order to provide effective protection against scratches or impact damage. They enable parts to be placed close together, either on top of each other or next to each other, thus ensuring an optimal use of transportation and storage areas. POLY-NET® products boast a high level of resistance to mechanical stress and are also resistant to oils and greases. They are therefore reusable and offer users a number of technical and economic benefits. The surface protection nets and spacer grids are available in different sizes and structures and can be supplied as rolls or ready-cut. The company also manufactures special spacers for the washing processes used to clean parts during production.

Press contact: Mr Wilfried Reimann Telephone +49 47 31.82 12 49 [email protected] www.nsw.com

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Press contact: Mr Volker Stockhausen Telephone +49 3 31.97 99 25 76 [email protected] www.surface-controls.de

Management Software Displays Expiry Dates and Remaining Service Times Perschmann Calibration GmbH Braunschweig | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3303

puremaxLED

puremaxLED – The Modern and Energy-Efficient Surface Control Optic OLIGO Lichttechnik GmbH surface controls Lenzen | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3205 The company OLIGO Lichttechnik GmbH surface controls has been developing, designing and installing customer-specific lighting systems for industrial surface control and colour matching on a global level for two decades. At the IZB 2014, the company will showcase a world first in the form of its modern and energy-efficient “puremaxLED“ surface control optic (see image). When compared with the company’s previous generation, this new generation of optics featuring energyefficient LED strips reduces energy consumption by 45 percent with the same light intensities and colours. A depth of just 65mm also means that the “puremaxLED” is 38 percent thinner, while its heat dissipation in the direction of the light has been reduced to nearly 25 degrees Celsius. As is the case with all of the surface control lights manufactured by surface controls, this new development is also equipped with the company’s patented and internationally established anti-glare prism-lens disk. The fact that this new generation of lights boasts a bulb life of 60,000 hours also results in much longer intervals between required maintenance activities.

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Perschmann Calibration will present the latest version of its calibration and measurement equipment management software trendic® 3.0 (see image) at the IZB. This user-friendly further development offers three main functions: displaying the expiry date of a measurement device depending on the number of times it has been used, displaying its remaining service time or frequency of use in combination with a traffic light system and precisely allocating measuring devices to orders. The software also now includes a multi-level document management system, enabling documents or calibration certificates to be attached and managed in terms of individual measuring devices or groups of measuring equipment. The simple and rapid management of measuring equipment is still an integral element of the software. The useful calibration routines developed by the accredited calibration service provider Perschmann Calibration also offer support for customers who want to carry out their own audit-proof calibration activities in their own test rooms. The main advantages of trendic® are its low costs and high level of user-friendliness.

Press contact: Ms Ada Grünert Telephone +49 53 07.93 33 74 [email protected] www.perschmann-calibration.de

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Press contact: Ms Liane Stieler-Joachim Telephone +49 68 25.9 59 12 20 [email protected] www.nanogate.com

Manufacturing Tubes from High-Strength Steels

Coating system

Injection Moulding with High-Quality Coatings

plastic-design gmbh Bad Salzuflen | Germany Hall 6 | Stand 6326 As part of its integration into the Nanogate group, the company plasticdesign gmbh was expanded to form a centre of “glazing” expertise for injection moulding with high-quality coatings (see image). The exhibitor now offers systems expertise for optically optimal components from one single source at its site in the German town of Bad Salzuflen. It uses the “sicralan” brand of multifunctional surface systems to give components a top-quality surface finish and an intensive deep gloss. “sicralan” protects plastics against scratches and harmful UV rays whilst also significantly increasing their resistance to chemicals. The high-performance surface additionally enables the production of flawless products with a sophisticated appearance and ensures that components offer maximum functionality in both indoor and outdoor applications. The company’s site in Bad Salzuflen has now been expanded to include production and logistics facilities covering an additional area of 6000 square metres.

Prinz Mayweg Gruppe Altena | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3400 The field of lightweight automotive construction is becoming increasingly important. As a tube manufacturer and processor of precision tubes (see image), the Prinz Mayweg Group has been focusing on this topic for quite some time. According to the company, which will be exhibiting at the IZB, its work on forming and welding high-strength steels to produce welded precision steel tubes in accordance with the EN10305-3 and EN 10305-5 standards and welded drawn precision steel tubes in accordance with EN 10305-2 has enabled it to gain future-oriented experience. The company can now use its new expertise when it comes to the use of such steels to achieve considerable weight savings thanks to a reduction of the tube wall thickness. The manufacturer is therefore able to further process these initial tubes for specific applications and even carry out difficult forming work, despite the tubes’ high strength properties.

Press contact: Mr Jochen Hülle Telephone +49 23 52.9 58 30 [email protected] www.mayweg.de

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Press contact: Mr Berit Krüger Telephone +49 30.34 74 76 40 [email protected] www.projektron.de

A Sprayed Metallic Effect for Decorative Surfaces and Garnish Mouldings

Projektron BCS: a project overview with profile pictures

Profile Pictures for Project Work

Projektron GmbH Berlin | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3106 Profile pictures have already been helping to define the personalities of users of social networks for quite some time and are now also helping to make communication in software-based project management even more personal. The new version of the web-based project management software Projektron BCS 7.16 will be showcased at the IZB 2014. It enables both project managers and team members to put a face to their work by adding profile pictures to employees‘ personal master data in just a few clicks (see image). If a member of staff does not have a profile picture, Projektron BCS 7.16 automatically generates a placeholder containing his/her initials. The new profile pictures are displayed alongside comments, for example those made by a project manager with regard to the progress of the project or a member of staff in response to a customer ticket. The software company from Berlin is also making the most of the new profile pictures in its customer support activities, meaning that instead of receiving answers that seem anonymous, customers can now put a face to the name of their personal contact.

RECTICEL Automobilsysteme GmbH Rheinbreitbach | Germany Hall 6 | Stand 6210 As part of its efforts to make vehicle interiors more flexible and individual, the company RECTICEL Automotive has developed a modern spray coating method. This method is based on the use of two colours and enables the second colour to be given a metallic effect. This means that garnish mouldings are no longer necessary in the case of dashboards and doors (see image). The new spray coating method developed by the IZB exhibitor also offers another advantage by enabling the creation of different grain textures to suit individual requirements with the metallic colour, unlike garnish mouldings, which always have a smooth surface. The fact that the method involves low tool temperatures means that it even facilitates interchangeable use. The employment of mask technology enables the skin to be given the desired metallic finish either completely or in pre-defined areas.

Press contact: Ms Gabriele Leck-Stiebahl Telephone +49 22 24.7 70 26 10 [email protected] www.recticel-automotive.com

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Press contact: Mr Joachim Siedler Telephone +49 51 21.49 46 12 [email protected] www.bosch.com

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Connectivity in Vehicles

Robert Bosch GmbH Stuttgart | Germany Hall 1 | Stand 1309 The Connectivity Control Unit (CCU, see image) from Bosch enables users to make the most of autonomous eCall and independent telematics functions with voice and data connectivity for offboard vehicle diagnosis and driver support. The innovative device also boasts an integrated GPS positioning system and a GSM module that enable it to provide cars with a multitude of features, the most important of which are its eCall and fully automatic crash notification functions. The unit’s GSM module also offers users a number of functions that lead to more safety and comfort for the passengers in their vehicles, for example a support call feature that can be used in the case of breakdowns, service calls for location-based support, information on sights and attractions, a vehicle finder, a remote diagnosis function and a removal alarm. On top of all this, the CCU additionally functions as a WiFi hotspot so that passengers can surf online with mobile Internet whilst in the vehicle.

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rpm rapid product manufacturing GmbH Helmstedt | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5133 Plastic components made of polyamide (PA) for use in engine compartments can now be individually manufactured using aluminium tools. This method uses a polyamide casting process that enables semi-automated small-series production at mass-production prices. The production tools used for the PA casting process provide cost savings of up to 40 percent compared to injection moulding tools. The production tools required for the manufacturing process are electrically heated in order to reach the required casting temperatures. The polymerisation of the liquid starting material to PA6 then occurs in situ in the form once it has reached the right temperature. Polyamide cast parts (see image), for example those made of PA6GF30, have the same properties as injection-moulded parts. The addition of glass fibres, carbon fibres or mineral materials can be used to specifically achieve material properties such as stability, elasticity coefficient or acoustic behaviour.

Press contact: Mr Dr. Klaus Kreutzburg Telephone +49 53 51.52 59 22 [email protected] www.rpm-factories.de

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Achieving a Large Measurement Volume Whilst Maintaining a High Level of Precision Steinbichler Optotechnik GmbH Neubeuern | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3110

A coil spring and a stabiliser bar

A Weight Reduction of 30 Percent ld Wo r Somboon Advance Technology PLC. Samuthprakarn | Thailand Hall 1 | Stand 1407 One of the main areas of activity of this full-service provider from Thailand is that of spring components, in which the company uses the finite element analysis method to guarantee an optimal balance between performance, durability and costs combined with a rapid product marketability. Somboon’s own research and development division is able to test all of the company’s elements itself. When it comes to prototype manufacturing and production activities, the company also uses its own facilities to carry out hot and cold forming procedures and for all other processes involved in the production of spring components, for example shot peening and powder coating. According to the manufacturer, its new coil spring (see image), which is produced using a cold forming procedure, above all stands out due to its precision, high formability and fine structure. The new stabiliser bar for the spring system (see image), which is manufactured using a cold bending procedure, enables Somboon Advance Technology to produce extremely small diameters and ‘hollow’ stabilisers and to therefore achieve a weight reduction of 30 percent compared to a solid material design.

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The extremely precise overall concept behind the STEINBICHLER T-SCAN laser scanner now offers a large measurement volume and the same high level of precision thanks to the innovative STEINBICHLER T-SCAN LV/ T-TRACK LV scanning and tracking combination (see image). The increased measurement volume of 35m3 enables users to scan objects with an overall length of up to 6m with an extremely high level of accuracy and speed. The COMET 6 16M sensor is the new flagship of the range of structured light projection sensors available from the company Steinbichler. Its new projection module, which stands out due to its innovative “Intelligent Light Control” technology, also enables users to measure highly reflective components. The sensor independently sets the required parameters and therefore eliminates the need for complex and time-consuming corrective measures or adjustments to various factors.

Press contact: Mr Stefan Pabst Telephone +49 2 80 35.8 70 40 [email protected] www.steinbichler.de

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Press contact: Ms Liane Schott Telephone +49 35 28.40 40 30 [email protected] www.sumida-flexcon.com

Leather Covering as an In-Mould Decoration Process

Tecnocad Progetti SPA Turin | Italy Hall 6 | Stand 6109

PANTA SMD jumpers

Enabling Users to Check Soldering Results and Positioning Accuracy Sumida flexible connections GmbH Radeberg | Germany Hall 4 | Stand 4422 The innovations being presented by the company Sumida flexible connections GmbH include its four to 25-pin PANTA SMD jumpers and a new development in the form of its PANTA SMD jumpers with a 0.5mm pitch. The jumpers are optimised for automatic assembly in high volumes and are supplied on a roll in blister packs so that they can be removed and positioned in a pick and place process. Conventional flexible connecting elements have to be manually inserted into circuit boards and then further processed using a separate selective soldering process. PANTA SMD jumpers (see image) on the other hand, can be directly fitted onto the circuit board and soldered using a standard reflow process, thus achieving considerable cost savings when it comes to circuit board assembly. Another advantage of the PANTA SMD jumpers is the fact that they can be checked with regard to their soldering result and positioning accuracy during the AOI (automaticoptic inspection) process and therefore eliminate the potential need for a visual inspection at a later point in time.

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The Italian exhibitor Tecnocad Progetti will use a unique self-developed leather-foamed instrument panel (see image) to demonstrate its patented TECNOCAD FOAMING® technology at the IZB 2014. This panel highlights several features of the new technology, the main advantages of which in comparison to conventional manual upholstering include the Soft Touch texture provided by an industrial foaming process and its environmentally friendly production procedure, in which no adhesives are used. The technology replaces manual working processes for styling moulds with semi-automatic standard processes. It also enables the plastic upholstery that is currently used in automotive production activities to be manufactured in leather without requiring the creation of special moulds. The fact that the procedure works on a semi-industrial scale means that series production is possible. Rapid industrialisation is also a possibility due to the fact that no corresponding foaming moulds need to be developed. This therefore leads to savings in comparison to conventional manual upholstering.

Press contact: Mr Jochen Oebels Telephone +39 0 11.3 48 86 07 [email protected] www.tecnocadprogetti.it

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Press contact: Ms Kajsa Ericsson Telephone +49 89.3 57 18 62 82 [email protected] www.telemotive.de

Making Dashboards Easy to Pack and Unpack

The blue PiraT Mini

Multi-Bus Data Loggers in a Mini Format

Telemotive AG Mühlhausen | Germany Hall 4 | Stand 4307 Telemotive has introduced a new product category in the form of its blue PiraT Mini (see image). According to the manufacturer, the blue PiraT Mini’s dimensions of 103 x 33 x 85mm (WxHxD) make it the world’s smallest data logger offering such a large range of services. The logger not only offers an extensive range of difference interfaces, but also the innovative “Telemotive System Link”, a clever and flexible networking option for system expansion. The Mini’s compatibility with other more recent blue PiraT products also enables it to be used as an add-on to the blue PiraT2 data loggers, meaning that the type and quantity of interfaces available can also be subsequently extended. Telemotive currently offers four different versions of the blue PiraT Mini focusing on different interfaces, namely CAN/ETH, LIN, MOST150 and FlexRay. The outstanding properties of the new multi-bus data loggers include features such as their quad-port Gbit Ethernet, integrated Broad-R-Reach® interfaces and excellent tension and temperature behaviour with minimal energy consumption.

THIMM SCHERTLER Verpackungssysteme GmbH & Co. KG Nordhausen | Germany Hall 3 | Stand 3204 This new transport packaging for dashboards is a disposable packaging system made of corrugated cardboard, plastic clips and an IPPC wooden pallet. It can be supplied as either flat and prefabricated packaging or set-up and assembled packaging according to individual customer requests. The packaging uses fixing contours, flaps and clips to create a folding and interlocking system that is quick and extremely easy to assemble. The resulting drawer system (see image) enables dashboards to be easily packed and removed. The big load carrier offers space for six dashboard units, regardless of whether they are for right-hand or left-hand drive. The fact that the transport packaging is recloseable means that it protects products against dust and other factors. It can also be used for overseas shipments and can be stacked both in the warehouse and during transport. On top of all this, the corrugated cardboard can be easily removed from the wooden pallet so that the individual materials can be recycled separately.

Press contact: Ms Anke Peinemann Telephone +49 55 51.70 34 14 [email protected] www.thimm.de

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Extensive Colour Matching with a New Standard Light Concept

The TOE 9260 switch

An Electronic Switch for Micro Interruptions

TOELLNER Electronic Instrumente GmbH Herdecke | Germany Hall 4 | Stand 4408 The company TOELLNER Electronic Instrumente GmbH from the German town of Herdecke will present its new electronic switch TOE 9260 (see image) for micro interruptions to trade visitors from all over the globe at the IZB 2014. The switch completes the exhibitor‘s system for the implementation of the VW80000/LC124 standard and enables the switching of currents of up to 100 A at a rated voltage of up to 60 V, as well as peak inrush currents of up to 300 A (tr/tf < 1 µs). Another special feature of the TOE 9260 switch is the fact that it can discharge the load circuit. Four additional bidirectional signal transmission switches also enable precise switching or interruption of signal or control lines, irrespective of the current flow direction. Every user of the arbitrary power generators, arbitrary function generations and 4-quadrant amplifiers produced by TOELLNER also receives an individual system configuration tailored to suit their specific application.

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The UnityColor® Light2match lighting elements (see image) developed by the company Torso-Verlag are fitted with three different types of light and can be combined to form groups of different sizes using PLC industrial control. This enables users in light studios and large-sized normal light working environments to install sufficient and defined homogenous lighting, even in large areas. When developing the concept, the company paid particular attention to the simulation of the CIE normal light type D65. By selecting daylight tubes, special reflectors and UV-permeable prismatic diffusion discs, it achieves homogenous illumination and a high colour rendering value. On top of this, the use of the EULUMDAT data set means that it is possible to complete a photometric spatial calculation with regard to the planning of consistent brightness control. The symmetrical luminaire for the modular construction of a luminous ceiling for colour matching largely conforms with the DIN EN ISO 3668, DIN 6173-2 and VDA 280 Part 8B and Part 8C standards for visual colour matching.

Press contact: Ms Renate Wolber Telephone +49 93 42.93 39 70 [email protected] www.torso-verlag.de

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Press contact: Ms Birgit Burkhart Telephone +49 73 03.96 09 21 [email protected] www.weh.com

A Docking Station for Smartphones

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Innovative Fuelling Systems and Quick Connectors

WEH GmbH Verbindungstechnik Illertissen | Germany Hall 5 | Stand 5321 WEH has been working in the field of alternative fuels since as early as 1986 and is now a partner of virtually all automotive and petrol station manufacturers. It offers its customers a comprehensive range of products for fuelling natural gas and hydrogen vehicles, from fuelling receptacles and check valves for vehicles through to tank nozzles, filling hoses, breakaway couplings and filters for petrol stations. At the IZB 2014, the company will not only showcase its WEH® CNG/ H2 fuelling systems, but also its WEH® quick connectors for the automotive industry, which facilitate the rapid and efficient testing of fuel lines, exhaust systems, cooling circuits, brake systems and air conditioning systems in pressure ranges of up to 1000 bar. The fact that these components can be directly connected to screw threads, hoses, pipes etc. means that they do not require any screwing or laborious adaptation and therefore help to significantly improve production sequences.

Continental AG Hannover | Germany Hall 2 | Stand 2201 Continental decided to focus on a safety-relevant topic with its AutoLinQ Mobile. When developing the AutoLinQ, the main aim of the IZB exhibitor was to enable the simple and safe use of Internet services in cars. After starting the series production of a corresponding integrated system in China back in 2011, the automotive supplier is now also offering a clever retrofit solution for particularly low-priced vehicles, which is being launched in Brazil. The AutoLinQ Mobile (see image) is a docking station for smartphones that fits into the DIN-sized car radio slot. The mobile telephone is then connected to the docking station via a solid bracket. A Continental app is used to provide the smartphone with an operating interface tailored to suit the driver’s requirements and access to a diverse range of functions such as FM radio or even Internet radio.

Press contact: Mr Enno Pigge Telephone +49 61 96.87 25 15 [email protected] www.continental-corporation.com

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Press contact: Mr Andreas Stollberg Telephone +49 9 11.8 60 21 11 [email protected] www.gossenmetrawatt.com

Determining the Position of Car Gears

Hartmann-exact KG Schorndorf | Germany Hall 4 | Stand 4108

The METRAHIT COIL with the COIL TEST ADAPTER

A Special Multimeter that Now Features Interturn ShortCircuit Detection GMC – I Messtechnik GmbH Nürnberg | Germany Hall 1 | Stand 1108 The diagnostics, maintenance and service of electric drive motors require users to not only measure different electrical values, but also conduct functional and safety tests. Up to now, several measurement and testing devices have been required for these tests. The new METRAHIT COIL (see image) now combines all important measurement and testing instruments for electric motors in one handheld device. Alongside its universal digital multimeter, the special multimeter also contains an isolation measurement tool and a motor winding tester. According to its manufacturer, this combination in one handheld device is the first of its kind on a global level. The METRAHIT COIL boasts a world premiere in the form of its interturn short-circuit detection function. When used together with the COIL TEST ADAPTER, a comparison of the measurement results for the motor windings of a polyphase drive enables users to identify imbalances caused by interturn short-circuits. The METRAHIT COIL is a special multimeter with a wide variety of different applications in the fields of service, diagnostics and electric safety, especially in the case of electric motors.

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The use of precision sensor technology to achieve ecological targets was one of the central ideas behind the concept and development of the gearbox position sensors (see image) manufactured by the company Hartmann-exact. A magnet and a 3D hall-effect sensor enable these devices to determine the position of a car’s gears. This position information is then used in an integrated network to implement the stop-start function. These gearbox position sensors developed by the IZB exhibitor meet high safety requirements and provide diagnosable operating conditions and justifiable output signals. The extremely low tolerances involved in the development and production of the sensors’ individual components and the individual programming of every single sensor during the production process enable the systems to extremely accurately record the position of car gears throughout the vehicle’s entire life cycle. This high level of precision offers gear manufacturers maximal flexibility when adapting such position sensors to suit their gearboxes.

Press contact: Ms Renate Helbig Telephone +49 71 81.7 00 30 [email protected] www.hartmann-exact.de

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Press contact: Ms Marion Annutsch Telephone +49 81 66.9 00 [email protected] www.yaskawa.eu.com

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A Robot with a Camera System for Spatial Monitoring ld Wo r YASKAWA Europe GmbH Allershausen | Germany Hall 1 | Stand 1108 The robot manufacturer Yaskawa plans to present the potential of multifunctional humanoid robots for the industry 4.0 at the IZB 2014. It will do so by showcasing its “Motoman SDA10D” (see image), a 15-axis dual-arm robot that is networked with a camera system for 3D spatial monitoring. The project was implemented in cooperation with Chemnitz University of Technology. Close cooperation between man and machine will be an essential component for sustainable and resource-conserving production processes in the industry 4.0. In terms of technology, the combination of components from information and communication technologies and sensor technology with many production tools is now already possible. In cooperation with Chemnitz University Technology, Yaskawa networked its “Motoman SDA10D” dual-arm robot with the “Safety Eye” camera system”, thus enabling the camera system to three-dimensionally monitor the robot’s working area and effectively prevent a collision between man and machine.

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