NORMA Group secures large order for innovative fluid systems to treat exhaust gases
Maintal, 4 October 2011
NORMA Group, a global market and technology leader for engineered joining technologies, has secured a large order from an internationally operating vehicle and engine manufacturer to develop and manufacture fluid systems for the transportation of fluids into the exhaust pipe to reduce nitrogen oxides. The innovative product solutions are manufactured for a series of different vehicle platforms. From beginning of the production, the annual order volume will be in the lower double digit millions of euro for a four-year time period. 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 major order include heated pipe systems and joining technologies of thermoplastics which convey urea into the exhaust pipes. Globally higher exhaust emission standards increase the demand for new technologies to treat exhaust gases.
Werner Deggim, CEO of NORMA Group says: "We are excited about this significant order. NORMA Group is a pioneer in innovative joining technologies and fluid systems. Particularly industrial clients from the engine industry such as truck manufacturers that must comply with tighter emission regulation are increasingly interested in our products. Going forward, we expect to provide our systems for the SCR technology also to other OEMs."
Bernd Kleinhens, Member of the Board and Managing Director Business Development at NORMA Group adds: "As exhaust emission standards are raised across the globe, engines for commercial vehicles and passenger cars are increasingly equipped with state-of-the-art technology to treat exhaust gases. This also applies to agricultural machines and construction vehicles."