TPT March 2012

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Muffler solutions for Germany ADDISONMCKEEhas been commissioned, operating under its ‘Eagle’ brand name, to supply entirely new and rebuilt equipment to one of the world’s largest exhaust manufacturers for use at its North Carolina facility. in the production of exhaust systems for Volkswagen’s new facility in the USA. AddisonMckee will be supplying four pieces of equipment, including a rebuilt asymmetrical lockseamer, a rebuilt flanger, baffle stuffing machine and rebuilt vertical spinner. The size of the muffler and the uncompromising quality standards of The equipment is to be employed in a new BMW platform and will also be used

the project provide their own unique challenges. In over a quarter of a century in business AddisonMckee has established itself in the area of tube manipulation technologies, predominantly for the global automotive industry, and its experience has readily translated to muffler assembly, with a range of work cell and individual product solutions designed to achieve high standards in muffler manufacture. The company’s 2009 merger with Eagle Precision Technologies brought together two major names in tube manipulation products and services to form a complete global solutions provider. AddisonMckee can automate entire motorcycle, car and truck muffler manu- facturing processes, delivering precise acoustics and system integrity. AddisonMckee – UK Email: paspinall@addisonmckee.com Website: www.addisonmckee.com

Large order secured Norma Group has secured a large order from a vehicle and engine manufacturer to develop and manufacture fluid systems for the transportation of fluids into the exhaust pipe to reduce nitrogen oxides. The product solutions are manufactured for a series of different vehicle platforms. Production will start in 2014. The fluid pipes are an integral part of the selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology that reduces nitrogen oxides in exhaust gases. The components of the Normaflex product group used for this order include heated pipe systems and joining technologies of thermoplastics that convey urea into the exhaust pipes. Higher exhaust emission standards increase the need to treat exhaust gases.

Norma Group AG – Germany Website: www.normagroup.com

An advanced range of N.C. single and twin headed machines • Quick tool change • High production capability • No tube clamping required • End form on or near bends • Up to 6" ø • High quality robust construction • 12 month warranty. AV85C Twin Head. TUBE END FORMING Infinitely adjustable expansion & reduction

For further information or a brochure please contact:

Unit 24, Padgets Lane, South Moons Moat, Redditch, Worcester B98 0RB, England. Telephone: (01527) 518520 Fax: (01527) 518526 E-mail: info@avamatic.co.uk www.avamatic.co.uk France: Tel: (1) 39 57 96 00 Germany: Tel: 02150 2500 Netherlands/Belgium: Tel: (04756) 6888 USA: Tel: 708 272 7880

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