* SinterCast Mini-System 3000 to be installed at commercial vehicle foundry
* Product development of Compacted Graphite Iron cylinder blocks and heads
* Third SinterCast installation in Japan and seventeenth installation in Asia
[Stockholm, 5 March 2015] - A leading Japanese cast iron foundry, specialising
in the production of engine components for commercial vehicle and industrial
vehicle applications, has ordered a SinterCast process control installation to
enable independent Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI) product development. At the
request of the foundry and the OEM, the details of the installation and product
development must remain confidential. Under the terms of the agreement,
SinterCast will install a Mini-System 3000 and ancillary hardware, and provide
engineering support. With planned installation during the first quarter of
2015, the Mini-System 3000 will enable the foundry and the end-user OEM to
accelerate the ongoing development of CGI cylinder blocks and heads for on-road
commercial vehicle and off-road industrial vehicle applications.
"This is a particularly rewarding installation for SinterCast. We have actively
supported the CGI development activities of the foundry and the OEM for many
years, and we have enjoyed good relationships on the operational and managerial
levels. We are pleased that this support and confidence has led to a new
installation and has established our partner as the SinterCast-CGI leader in
Japan for commercial vehicle engine development" said Dr Steve Dawson, President
& CEO of SinterCast. "This latest installation marks our third installation in
Japan and our seventeenth installation in Asia, broadening our presence and
brand awareness, and increasing our opportunity to support the future CGI needs
of the important Asian market."
For more information:
Dr Steve Dawson
President & CEO
Tel: +46 8 660 7750
e-mail: steve.dawson@sintercast.com
SinterCast is the world's leading supplier of process control technology for the
reliable high volume production of Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI). With at least
75% higher tensile strength, 45% higher stiffness and approximately double the
fatigue strength of conventional grey cast iron and aluminium, CGI allows engine
designers to improve performance, fuel economy and durability while reducing
engine size, weight, noise and emissions. With 42 installations in 12 countries,
the SinterCast technology is primarily used for the production of petrol and
diesel engine cylinder blocks and exhaust components for passenger vehicles;
medium-duty and heavy-duty cylinder blocks and heads for commercial vehicles;
and, industrial power engine components for marine, rail, off-road and
stationary engine applications. SinterCast's series production components range
from 2 kg to 9 tonnes, all using the same proven process control technology.
The SinterCast share is quoted on the Small Cap segment of the Stockholm NASDAQ
OMX stock exchange (Stockholmsbörsen: SINT). For more information:
www.sintercast.com
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