ZF's new factory in Shanghai will open in August 2009

ZF noise optimization components help improve driving comfort

Manufacture precision plastic parts for passenger cars and commercial vehicles

In 2008, ZF set up a new company in Qingpu, Shanghai. The company's plant covers an area of ​​20,000m2 and employs about 100 employees. It can provide comprehensive services from product development to sales. The company is principally engaged in the research, development, manufacture and sale of NVH (noise, vibration and comfort) components for chassis and transmission systems, as well as precision plastic parts for passenger cars and commercial vehicles.

NVH products for passenger cars and commercial vehicles

NVH is the English abbreviation for "noise, vibration and comfort". Typical NVH problems include brake squealing, transmission abnormal noise, clutch tremors, extreme vibration of the transmission system, and operational noise of the vehicle air conditioner.

The high-precision NVH components can completely achieve noise reduction and vibration reduction. As early as the conception phase of the product, ZF engineers considered factors such as product force/load type, installation environment and long-term performance. Their NVH products have successfully met customer requirements and passed vehicle testing.

Through volume production and continuous improvement, NVH products have been further developed. ZF's NVH solution has excellent compounding power and superior durability. The products are widely used in passenger cars and commercial vehicles, including control arm bushings, subframe suspensions, stabilizer bushings, connecting bushings, engine mounts, transmission suspensions, top link plates, and cab suspensions. Wait.

The rubber metal component absorbs the force it receives by the deformation of the elastic material molecule, thereby weakening the vibration of the product itself and the impact between each other, and further avoiding the noise. This will greatly benefit passenger comfort while protecting the safety of the cargo.

In addition, rubber metal parts are also suitable for commercial vehicle cabs. Whether it is heavy load, medium load or light commercial vehicle's cab can be optimized to protect the driver away from noise and vibration interference. This is particularly important for commercial vehicle drivers who are currently working very hard.

The elastic motion properties of ZF NVH products play an important role in improving the safety and stability of driving and the power and comfort of the vehicle. As the world's leading bushing manufacturer, ZF offers innovative design solutions for all types of envelope locations.

ZF plastic parts

ZF will also develop and produce precision plastic parts and modules at its Shanghai plant.

When it comes to product properties, process flow, and extension capabilities, plastic parts have a broad market prospect in terms of quality, cost, and emissions.

As new models are developed, their needs for safety performance, flexible handling, and chassis quality are emerging. To meet these requirements, ZF’s high-quality precision plastic parts play a very important role. ZF can work with customers to jointly develop high-quality plastic chassis components and modules. It turns out that the production of operating systems, gearshift components, airbag housings, and chassis stabilizers can be completely replaced by precision plastics. And it also shows many advantages such as lower cost, lower quality, stronger corrosion resistance and easier installation. In addition, thermoplastic materials are also more conducive to recycling.

In summary, ZF's company can provide NVH products for all models and modules. The all-in-one product ensures a pleasant and comfortable driving experience.

Low cost and light weight are the development direction of next-generation vehicles. ZF’s precision plastic components will be its optimal design.