FEDERAL-MOGUL EXHAUST SLEEVING PROVIDES CUSTOMIZABLE FLEXIBLE DESIGN TO INCREASE VEHICLE EMISSIONS PERFORMANCE
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Optimized design reduces weight, offers improved durability and thermal
management benefits
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 23, 2012...Federal-Mogul Corporation (NASDAQ:FDML) has
enhanced its innovative line of Thermflex® exhaust insulating sleeves. The
optimized design can now be tailored to fit any combination of exhaust pipe and
tube geometries, helping to increase efficiency of a vehicle's exhaust system,
while protecting sensitive nearby vehicle components. Additionally, the unique
flexible manufacturing process produces an exhaust sleeve that is application-
specific, eliminating the need for custom tooling.
Federal-Mogul's Thermflex insulating sleeve traps heat within the exhaust
system, allowing for greater efficiency of the emissions control systems. The
Thermflex product line is constructed with basalt yarns, designed to withstand
temperatures up to 750°C, which reduces the radiation of heat to nearby
components, many of which are sensitive to high temperatures. The innovative
Thermflex design allows for the sleeve diameter to expand up to 1.5 times and
can accommodate flanges and bends, common on exhaust system components. The
construction can also include vents to strategically direct heat away from
adjacent components.
"Thermflex insulating sleeves are a highly-engineered solution, designed to help
vehicle manufacturers meet stringent and evolving emissions regulations," said
Janice Maiden, vice president and business director, Federal-Mogul Systems
Protection. "This fully-integrated product takes into account environmental,
thermal and durability considerations and addresses all of these issues with one
customized design. Further, Thermflex is lightweight compared to traditional
solutions for exhaust insulation, thereby providing additional customer value."
Federal-Mogul uses proprietary computerized knitting technology that allows for
rapid prototyping of Thermflex sleeves, improving speed to production and
eliminating tooling costs. Once the prototype design has been validated, it can
be instantly transferred into production at a Federal-Mogul's Systems Protection
manufacturing facility.
Federal-Mogul believes its Thermflex sleeves are the only exhaust insulators in
the marketplace to offer customized design options that accommodate packaging
constraints. "Our commitment to providing innovative products and services that
help our customers meet their objectives for reduced emissions and decreased
vehicle weight is critical to achieving our strategy for leading technology and
innovation," said Maiden.
Thermflex products are sold under the Bentley-Harris® and Federal-Mogul brand
names. For more information, visit www.federalmogul.com/sp.
About Federal-Mogul
Federal-Mogul Corporation is a leading global supplier of powertrain and safety
technology and innovation to improve fuel economy, reduce emissions and enhance
vehicle safety. The company serves the world's foremost original equipment
manufacturers of automotive, light, medium-, heavy-duty, aerospace, marine, rail
and off-road vehicles; and industrial, agricultural and power-generation
equipment; as well as providing well-known brands in the global aftermarket.
Federal-Mogul's world-class global engineering, lean manufacturing and
distribution network deliver best-in-class quality products and services at
competitive cost. The company's sustainable global profitable growth strategy
creates value and satisfaction for its customers, shareholders and employees.
Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899. The company is headquartered in
Southfield, Michigan, United States and employs 45,000 people in 34 countries.
The company's website is www.federalmogul.com.
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CONTACT: Jim Burke
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Jim.burke(at)federalmogul.com
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