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Diesel Icon Volvo Penta Moves Aggressively into E-Propulsion

August 9, 2021 admin 0

From powering firetrucks to ferryboats, Volvo Penta is aggressively building its prowess in the design and production of electric drivelines and e-propulsion systems. Long known as a supplier of diesel power systems for industrial and marine markets, the Swedish sibling of Volvo automobile and truck brands is making bold steps toward electrification as the markets that it serves increasingly electrify their transportation platforms. […]

Metglas Ultra-Low Core Loss Electrical Steel for Distribution Transformers

August 4, 2021 David Webster 0

Metglas has commercially launched its ultra-low core loss electrical steel for use in high-efficiency distribution transformers. Development of the alloy was announced early last year by parent company Hitachi Metals and initial samples were provided to […]

Carpenter Extends Expertise in Soft Magnetic Rotor & Stator Stacks; Joins FEMM Hub in UK

July 13, 2021 David Webster 0

Carpenter Technology, producer of an extensive portfolio of soft magnetic alloys, is continuing to build its expertise in the mass production of stator and rotor stacks, while also fostering future innovation in electrification manufacturing. It […]

Schaeffler Expands e-Powertrain Manufacturing with Volume Orders

July 6, 2021 David Webster 0

With volume orders for its electric motors and hybrid modules, automotive and industrial supplier Schaeffler is expanding its range of powertrain electrification solutions for commercial vehicles. The moves come in step with its objective to […]

Striving to Be the Next Globally Significant Supplier of Neodymium and Praseodymium (NdPr) to Meet the Needs of EV Driven NdFeB Magnet Demand Growth

July 6, 2021 David Webster 0

By 2030 annual production of EVs is expected to increase roughly ten-fold to 25-30 million, creating a need to more than double global supply of the rare earth elements, neodymium and praseodymium (NdPr), to meet the EV traction motor market requirement.

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BMW Spending €790 Million to Expand E-Drive Production Operations

July 1, 2021 David Webster 0

As BMW Group continues to increase production capacity for its new electric motors and integrated drive systems at its Competence Centre for E-Drive Production at Dingolfing northeast of Munich, it is also ramping up capacity for e-drive production at […]

Luxury Auto Maker Bentley Goes After Magnet Materials & Manufacturing Advancements

June 21, 2021 David Webster 0

Iconic luxury car maker Bentley Motors is pursuing two projects in the magnetics supply chain to support its commitment toward automobile electrification. One aims to use recycled magnets to produce auxiliary motors for cars, the other to […]

Toshiba’s New Magnetic Material Improves Motor Energy Conversion Efficiency

June 9, 2021 David Webster 0

Researchers at Toshiba Corporation have developed a new magnetic material that delivers major improvements in motor efficiency at minimum cost, and with the potential to win significant reductions in power consumption. It has been found to greatly boost motor energy conversion efficiency when it is used as the wedges in the motor, particularly in medium to large induction motors. The material can be installed at minimal cost with no need for design changes. […]

Ridgway Machines Relocates to Expanded Facility

May 27, 2021 David Webster 0

Ridgway Machines, a manufacturer of precision taping and coil winding equipment, has relocated to a new, expanded headquarters and production facility in Leicester, UK. The premises accommodate the company’s recent growth including important new orders and […]

Vacuumschmelze Steps Up Its Permanent Magnet Capabilities

May 26, 2021 David Webster 0

Vacuumschmelze has recently made important advancements in its capabilities for producing permanent magnetic material and components. In April, the company achieved certification to aerospace and defense standards for its permanent magnets, adding to its longstanding […]