MAUMEE,
Ohio, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dana
Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) announced today that it has secured a
leading spot across the Automotive News PACE and PACEpilot
Award programs with five innovative electrification technologies
being named to the lists.
Now in its 28th year, the prestigious PACE Awards
program recognizes suppliers for game-changing technologies that
deliver superior innovation, technological advancement, and
business performance. The PACEpilot award recognizes
pre-commercial, post-pilot innovations in the automotive or future
mobility space, including products, processes, software, and IT
systems.
"As electrification technologies continue to be rapidly embraced
by our customers across the wide spectrum of vehicle classes that
we support, our team is focused on designing innovative solutions
to address some of the toughest challenges in our industry today,"
said Christophe Dominiak, senior
vice president and chief technology officer for Dana. "Whether it
is individual components, fully integrated systems, or complete
vehicle e-Propulsion, Dana is leveraging our expertise in design,
engineering, manufacturing, and integration to meet the
electrification needs of our customers across all mobility
segments."
Three Dana innovations were named finalists for the PACE
Awards:
- Complete vehicle integration for e-Propulsion and e-Power
systems
Dana's complete e-Propulsion and e-Power systems
provide customers with a propulsion system, including, motor,
inverter, and driveline, as well as the e-Power
system, which generates, stores, and manages the energy for
the vehicle. This includes the electrified auxiliary systems, such
as the onboard charger, as well as the vehicle-level software and
controls – all developed and integrated by Dana.
- Dana TM4™ high-performance inverter
The compact, power-dense Dana TM4™ inverter
leverages the company's in-house power modules to deliver high
reliability and efficiency for a broad range of two, three, and
four-wheeled high-performance vehicle applications.
- Metallic bipolar plates for fuel cell stacks
Dana's highly durable metallic bipolar plates with integrated metal
bead seal are an integral component in the fuel-cell stack and
deliver improved cost, performance, and manufacturability,
aiding original equipment manufacturers in realizing
commercialization of fuel-cell-powered mobility.
Two Dana innovations were named finalists for the PACEpilot
awards:
- Electric rigid beam axle
Designed to meet the rigorous requirements of light-vehicle pickup
truck applications, Dana's electric rigid beam axle is a compact,
robust three-in-one system capable of handling on- and off-road
performance.
- Composite battery enclosure with integrated thermal
management
Supporting the continued drive to reduce weight and maximize
durability, Dana's composite battery enclosure with integrated
thermal management leverages the company's sealing and thermal
engineering expertise to deliver an integrated solution for hybrid
and electric-vehicle applications.
The list of finalists will be narrowed through an evaluation by
an independent panel of judges, and the winners are expected to be
announced in September.
About Dana Incorporated
Dana is a leader in the design and manufacture of highly efficient
propulsion and energy-management solutions that power vehicles and
machines in all mobility markets across the globe. The company is
shaping sustainable progress through its conventional and
clean-energy solutions that support nearly every vehicle
manufacturer with drive and motion systems; electrodynamic
technologies, including software and controls; and thermal,
sealing, and digital solutions.
Based in Maumee, Ohio, USA, the
company reported sales of $8.9
billion in 2021 with 40,000 people in 31 countries across
six continents. Founded in 1904, Dana was named one of "America's
Most Responsible Companies 2022" by Newsweek for its emphasis on
sustainability and social responsibility. The company is driven by
a high-performance culture that focuses on valuing others,
inspiring innovation, growing responsibly, and winning together,
earning it global recognition as a top employer. Learn more at
dana.com.
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