Skip to main content
Sister Publication Links
  • European Rubber Journal
  • Plastics News
  • Tire Business
Subscribe
  • Login
  • Register
  • Subscribe
  • News
    • Best Places to Work
    • Rubber Division IEC
    • War in Ukraine
    • Automotive
    • Tire
    • Non-Tire
    • Suppliers
    • ITEC
    • Silicone
    • Online Exclusive
    • Latex
    • Technical Notebooks
    • Executive Action
    • Government/Legal
    • Opinion
    • Blogs
    • Sustainability
    • Products
    • Wacky World of Rubber
  • Airless Tires
  • Custom
    • Sponsored Content
    • White Papers
  • Resources
    • Directory
    • Classifieds & Mold Mart
  • Data
  • Events
    • RN Events
    • RN Livestreams/Webinars
    • Industry Events
    • Past Events
    • Rubber News M&A Live
    • Ask the Expert
    • Healthcare Elastomers Conference
    • Rubber In Automotive Conference
    • Women Breaking the Mold Networking Forum
  • Advertise
  • DIGITAL EDITION
MENU
Breadcrumb
  1. Home
  2. News
March 06, 2018 01:00 AM

Presentation to explore evolution of materials, components in support of fuel economy

Rubber & Plastics News Staff
  • Tweet
  • Share
  • Share
  • Email
  • More
    Print
    F. Joseph Walker

    CLEVELAND—F. Joseph Walker, global technology director of materials and laboratories for Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies, says conventional automotive materials and seals won't cut it when it comes to meeting the demands of a 54.5 mpg fuel fleet standard.

    Walker will emphasize that technologically advanced suppliers, such as Freudenberg, already are pursuing new materials and component designs that address the emerging industry challenges associated with higher fuel economy standards during a presentation at the Advanced Design and manufacturing Expo, held March 7-8 in Cleveland.

    "If we're going to get to 54.5 mpg, we have to address the changes in the environment inside the engine," Walker said in a statement. "Factors like fuels, lubricants, temperatures, times and pressures must be analyzed and seals and materials need to evolve to meet new demands. We are conducting extensive research to ensure that elastomer mixtures maintain high elasticity, good setting behavior, high tolerance for temperature fluctuations and good media resistance while preserving excellent seal functionality."

    He added that other powertrains such as hybrids, battery and fuel cell systems require new sealing and material solutions.

    "Once again materials must move forward to address issues like thermal management, safety and friction reduction. Suppliers are under pressure to keep up," he said.

    Walker will present his views on March 8 at 11:15 a.m. as part of the panel titled "How We're Making Changes in Our Manufacturing for the 2025 CAFE Standard." The panel discussion will take place in Room 3 of the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland and will be moderated by Charles Murray, a member of the Design News editorial staff. Other panelists include Brett Smith from the Center for Automotive Research and Lyle Otremba from Cooper Standard Automotive Inc.

    Letter
    to the
    Editor

    Rubber News wants to hear from its readers. If you want to express your opinion on a story or issue, email your letter to Editor Bruce Meyer at [email protected].

    Most Popular
    1
    Bridgestone harnesses polymer breakthrough for a N.A. market first
    2
    Wacky World of Rubber: The true story behind the rubber match
    3
    USW International's Tom Conway joins White House trade panel
    4
    Sumitomo Chemical ending SSBR, EPDM production
    5
    Arlanxeo plans Saudi Arabian SR production plant
    SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTERS
    EMAIL ADDRESS

    Please enter a valid email address.

    Please enter your email address.

    Please verify captcha.

    Please select at least one newsletter to subscribe.

    Get our newsletters

    Staying current is easy with Rubber News delivered straight to your inbox, free of charge.

    Subscribe Today

    Subscribe to Rubber News to get the best coverage and leading insights in the industry.

    SUBSCRIBE
    Connect with Us
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • Twitter

    MISSION

    To serve companies in the global rubber product industry by delivering news, industry insights, opinions and technical information.

    Contact Us

    2291 Riverfront Pkwy, Suite 1000
    Cuyahoga Falls,
    OH 44221

    Customer Service:
    877-320-1726

    Resources
    • About Us
    • Digital Edition
    • Staff
    • Advertise
    • Order Reprints
    • Privacy Policy
    • Privacy Request
    • Terms of Service
    • Careers
    • Ad Choices Ad Choices
    • Sitemap
    Partner Sites
    • Tire Business
    • European Rubber Journal
    • Plastics News
    • Urethanes Technology
    • Automotive News
    • Crain Brands
    Copyright © 1996-2023. Crain Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
    • News
      • Best Places to Work
      • Rubber Division IEC
      • War in Ukraine
      • Automotive
      • Tire
      • Non-Tire
      • Suppliers
      • ITEC
      • Silicone
      • Online Exclusive
      • Latex
      • Technical Notebooks
      • Executive Action
      • Government/Legal
      • Opinion
      • Blogs
        • Products
        • Wacky World of Rubber
      • Sustainability
    • Airless Tires
    • Custom
      • Sponsored Content
      • White Papers
    • Resources
      • Directory
      • Classifieds & Mold Mart
    • Data
    • Events
      • RN Events
        • Healthcare Elastomers Conference
        • Rubber In Automotive Conference
        • Women Breaking the Mold Networking Forum
      • RN Livestreams/Webinars
      • Industry Events
      • Past Events
      • Rubber News M&A Live
      • Ask the Expert
    • Advertise
    • DIGITAL EDITION