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New Range of Continuous Thermoplastic Pre-Impregnated Reinforcements for Automotive Applications

CHOMARAT is launching TPreg, its new range of continuous reinforcements for the production of thermoplastic composites.

From Chomarat 5 Mar 2013

Increase in TPMS Volume Growth Leads to Schrader’s $10 Million Capacity Investment

Schrader, the leading global manufacturer of sensing and valve solutions, recently showcased a new $10 million capacity investment towards the continued expansion of its Springfield, Tenn. facility. With this investment, Schrader has created 76 new manufacturing jobs this year and will add approximately 100 additional positions in the coming year.

2 Mar 2013

LINE-X to Showcase High Performance Protective Coatings at The Work Truck Show

LINE-X Protective Coatings, the nation's leading developer and provider of high performance protective coatings, will be attending The Work Truck Show 2013, held in conjunction with the annual National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) Convention and hosted at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Ind.

1 Mar 2013

Global Lithium-Ion Battery Market Forecast to Double by 2016

The global lithium-ion battery market was worth $11.7 billion in 2012 and is expected to double by 2016, according to Frost & Sullivan. This will happen despite the recent issues experienced by Boeing, and despite Airbus' decision to abandon these batteries. In fact, these incidents may affect the demand only in the short-term.

25 Feb 2013

Innovative Products to Improve Performance of Diesel Engines

Many people today have made the decision to purchase a vehicle with a Duramax or Cummins diesel engine. These engines are well-known for their high performance capabilities and advanced features, and vehicle buyers know they will enjoy a powerful driving experience with these engines.

25 Feb 2013

Renesas 40-nm RH850 Microcontroller Wins Golden Mousetrap Award

Renesas Electronics America, a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced that the RH850/F1x Series of 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) was selected as the Automotive Electronics winner of Design News’ prestigious Golden Mousetrap Awards. Renesas Electronics’ Smart Analog Platform was also recognized as a finalist in the Automation & Control category.

20 Feb 2013

Asahi Kasei Debuts Improved Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene for Automotive Applications

Asahi Kasei Plastics announces a new long glass fiber reinforced polypropylene for improved impact performance and 20 Percent cost savings compared to traditional long glass fiber reinforced polypropylene.

From Asahi Kasei America, Inc. 20 Feb 2013

New Report on Global Automotive Plastics Industry

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Automotive Plastics - A Global Market Watch, 2011 - 2016" report to their offering.

From Research and Markets 20 Feb 2013

GKN Sinter Metals' Facility Achieves Major Milestone in Synchronizer Hubs

GKN Sinter Metals' state-of-the-art production facility in Bad Brückenau, Germany, has delivered its fifty-millionth synchronizer hub.

19 Feb 2013

BASF Coatings Business Sponsors Classic Car Collection at Canadian International Autoshow

BASF Canada’s Automotive Coatings business will sponsor the Classic Car Collection at this year’s Canadian International Autoshow, Feb. 15 to 24, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC). The collection will be on display on the 700 level of the MTCC.

From BASF Corporation 16 Feb 2013

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