AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Jan. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- TI
Fluid Systems (LSE:TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive
fluid systems technology, announced today that it will provide a
new generation of plastic fuel tank design capable of meeting the
stringent pressure demands within a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV)
vehicle. This plastic fuel tank recently launched in volume
production with Volkswagen China on the Passat and Magotan Plug-in
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) models, with a planned adoption
across a wider range of global platforms.
This innovative technology represents the culmination of
extensive design and collaborative development, including rigorous
testing and vehicle evaluations by VW and TIFS development teams
across China and Europe. Traditionally, conventional fuel tanks
operate at atmospheric pressure, however, the new generation HEV
models are expected to resist cyclic pressure up to 400 mbar when
in certain full electric driving modes. To resist in-tank pressure,
the new design solution introduces over-molded ball pins with
snap-fit column structures that use TIFS's patented split parison
blow molding manufacturing process. TIFS has confirmed that the
technology release provides a light-weight plastic solution for
HEVs that overcomes the disadvantages of competitor internal tank
welded structures.
"TIFS's strategic initiatives to address new growth within the
electrification mega-trend includes supporting all vehicle types
with innovative product solutions. This includes global HEV
platforms. Our innovative plastic fuel tank technology allows OEMs
to tune the HEV performance driving cycle for optimum EV efficiency
and performance," stated Bill
Kozyra, President and CEO.
About TI Fluid Systems
TI Fluid Systems is a leading global manufacturer of fluid
storage, carrying and delivery systems primarily for the light duty
automotive market. With nearly 100 years of automotive fluid
systems experience, TI Fluid Systems has manufacturing facilities
in 108 locations across 28 countries serving all major global
OEMs.
For more information, visit www.tifluidsystems.com.