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• TI Fluid Systems is in a strong position to support North American customers in fulfilling the battery eligibility requirements of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)
• With 26 facilities in North America and a commitment to local supply, TI Fluid Systems is uniquely positioned to support its U.S customer base with battery and other BEV heating and cooling products
• The IRA was formally enacted on 18 April, and aims to encourage investment in domestic energy production and promote clean energy

AUBURN HILLS, MICHIGAN, USA (23 May 2023) — TI Fluid Systems (TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, is well prepared to support its North American customers with Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) compliance.

Owing to its 26 facilities in North America and commitment to local supply as part of its Environmental, Social and Governance initiatives, TI Fluid Systems believes it is uniquely placed to deliver thermal management and fluid handling solutions for battery electric vehicles that contribute to North American OEM customers’ opportunity to comply with the IRA.

TI Fluid Systems is currently manufacturing fluid handling products for battery cooling for multiple major North American and Global OEM customers. In March 2023, the company further underscored its commitment to this market, announcing a significant investment to build its next e-Mobility Innovation Centre (eMIC) in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Working in collaboration with U.S-based customers, TI Fluid Systems will design and develop the next generation of EV thermal products at the eMIC to support the automakers EV battery efficiency and boost IRA-compliant battery production.

Hans Dieltjens, President and CEO of TI Fluid Systems, said, “The Inflation Reduction Act is a piece of legislation tackling climate change and driving uptake of green energy in North America.

“At TI Fluid Systems, we too are committed to creating cleaner technologies for a greener automotive industry and a better world. Our strong R&D and manufacturing presence in North America, coupled with our prioritisation of local sustainability efforts, places us in a strong position to develop thermal technologies that will help our U.S customers meet the eligibility requirements of the IRA.”

The IRA was formally enacted on 16 August 2022, with the aim of accelerating investment in clean energy solutions and domestic manufacturing capacity in North America. The new battery component requirements of the IRA came into effect on April 18, 2023.

The legislation has a significant impact on U.S. car buyers and vehicle manufacturers, with a tax credit of $7,500 offered for each vehicle that fulfils the IRA requirements. To meet the eligibility criteria, 50% of a vehicle’s battery components must be manufactured or assembled in North America, while 40% of the essential minerals used in the battery – such as aluminium, cobalt, lithium, nickel, and graphite – must be extracted, processed, manufactured, and assembled in the U.S.

To find out more about TI Fluid Systems, visit www.tifluidsystems.com.

 

About TI Fluid Systems

TI Fluid Systems is a global innovator of thermal and fluid system solutions for the full range of current and developing vehicle architectures. Serving all major automotive manufacturers, with more than 100 years of automotive supply experience; TI Fluid Systems operates across 28 countries with a commitment to improving efficiency, performance and sustainability worldwide.

• TI Fluid Systems’ all-new Thermoplastic Refrigerant Lines (TPRL) can be used in place of conventional aluminum and rubber assemblies and offer up to 60% of weight savings
• Multilayer plastic construction is flexible, lightweight and more cost-effective while reducing likelihood of leaks
• This innovative system, which is focused on supporting our customers’ electric vehicle production, is a direct result of the Company’s Take the Turn Strategy
• New TPRL system has already been specified by a global vehicle manufacturer for its latest electric vehicle

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, USA (November 10, 2022) — TI Fluid Systems (TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, has launched its groundbreaking new Thermoplastic Refrigerant Lines (TPRL) technology. Replacing conventional aluminum and rubber systems on liquid and suction refrigerant lines, TPRL’s multilayer polymer construction offers up to a 60% weight saving, making it ideally suited to the needs of vehicle electrification.

Drawing upon 30 years’ experience of multilayer tube design and extrusion, TI Fluid Systems has developed TPRL to meet customers’ performance requirements while being flexible, light and cost-effective. It uses a carefully developed combination of materials to yield optimal refrigerant resistance on the inside of the line, while materials on the outside of the line ensure it is resistant to environmental exposure.

Unlike conventional aluminum and rubber refrigerant lines, which are made up of several smaller tubes joined together using a crimp assembly process, TPRL eliminates the rubber hose and crimp assembly components, which helps to achieve weight savings. It also leads to improved system efficiency and lower risk of leakage, which tends to occur at the joint between two components.

These combined product benefits perfectly position TPRL within the electric vehicle (EV) segment, where lightweighting is crucial to the overall efficiency and performance of the vehicle. As such, TPRL is expected to be of significant interest to global vehicle manufacturers across the sector and has already been specified by one for its next generation EV.

Replacing the conventional aluminum and rubber components with thermoplastics also offers important environmental benefits. The production process for TPRL is significantly less energy intensive than that of aluminum lines, while it is also safer to manufacture than an equivalent rubber and aluminum solution.

Hans Dieltjens, President and CEO of TI Fluid Systems, said: “Our new TPRL technology is a leading development in the market and is a direct result of our Take the Turn electrification strategy. This development is a testament to our expertise and innovation in fluid handling for refrigeration, validated by the high level of interest shown by OEMs to adopt this economical and weight saving technology.”

TI Fluid Systems’ Take The Turn strategy will see the business enhance its EV capabilities in line with customer demand and deliver flexible systems that are more economical and energy efficient. It includes the opening of several E-Mobility Innovation Centers (eMICs) across the globe, the first of which was opened in Rastatt, Germany, earlier this year.

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 104 locations across 29 countries serving all major global OEMs.

For more information, visit www.tifluidsystems.com.

Společnost patří do skupiny TI Fluid Systems, která patří k předním světovým výrobcům a inovátorům automobilových komponent jako klimatizační vedení, brzdové a palivové systémy, palivové nádrže, palivové pumpy.

Předmětem projektu je zavedení do výroby a následně na trh nové výrobkové zcela nové řady klimatizačních dílů pro osobní automobily – zcela nový produkt pro elektromobily a nový inovovaný klimatizační díl pro osobní automobily s novými parametry.

Projekt „Nové klimatizační ventilové jednotky pro elektromobily a inovovaný systém výroby klimatizačních dílů IHX do osobních automobilů“ je spolufinancován Evropskou unií.

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• TI Fluid Systems is set to open its first E-Mobility Innovation Center (e-MIC), in Rastatt, Germany
• The collaborative space will facilitate the next generation of design, prototyping and testing of thermal management systems and components for electric vehicles
• Rastatt will provide a one-stop shop for customers, helping them bring products to market more efficiently
• The center is the first of five to open across Europe, North America and Asia in 2022 and 2023 as part of the company’s Take The Turn strategy

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, USA (April 25, 2022) — TI Fluid Systems (TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, has announced that it will open its Rastatt E-Mobility Innovation Center (e-MIC) on 25 April, 2022.

The Rastatt e-MIC’s unique collaborative environment comprises six core competencies: virtual engineering, design, processing, prototyping, product testing, and vehicle testing. This means that TI Fluid Systems engineers can efficiently design, develop, simulate and visualize thermal management systems and components for electrified vehicles, all under one roof.

Uniting these specialist areas in one facility will streamline product development cycles, speeding up the process of bringing new products to market and helping customers to navigate the complex transition to electric vehicles.

The centerpiece of the facility is a pioneering high-resolution LED screen for 3D simulation. Measuring 9 meters by 2.5 meters, the 9-megapixel panel enables engineers to display, analyze and redesign 3D models of thermal systems and components within a full electric vehicle architecture, in a simulated environment.

Cutting the ribbon on the first e-MIC facility forms part of TI Fluid Systems’ Take The Turn electric vehicle strategy, which will see the business enhance its capacity and capabilities in line with customer demand and deliver flexible systems that are more economical and energy efficient.

Hans Dieltjens, President and CEO of TI Fluid Systems, said, “Our Take The Turn strategy empowers TI Fluid Systems to navigate the largest shift the automotive industry has ever seen. The Rastatt E-Mobility Innovation Center embodies our mission to embrace change, prioritize strategic thinking and encourage innovation across our global business.

“Working closely with many of the world’s largest vehicle manufacturers, we have a deep appreciation of the need to provide our clients with a one-stop shop to meet their fluid innovation needs. Our unique global centers will do just that – cementing TI Fluid Systems’ position as a trusted thermal management technology partner for OEMs all over the world.”

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 104 locations across 29 countries serving all major global OEMs.

For more information, visit www.tifluidsystems.com.

• TI Fluid Systems has joined DTE Energy’s industry leading voluntary renewable energy program, MIGreenPower
• The program will enable TI Fluid Systems to purchase 100% renewable electricity for use in all its facilities that are supplied by DTE. DTE’s MIGreenPower uses wind and solar projects to provide renewable power, helping to build Michigan’s sustainable future
• The move underscores the company’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, investing in green energy and supporting the communities in which it operates

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, USA (January 19, 2022) — TI Fluid Systems (TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, has announced its enrollment in DTE Energy’s MIGreenPower Program.

The MIGreenPower initiative is one of the largest voluntary renewable energy programs in the United States. It enables customers of DTE Energy to attribute a greater percentage of their electricity usage to DTE’s wind and solar projects in Michigan, contributing towards a cleaner future for all.

As part of its wider strategy to reduce its global carbon footprint by investing in green energy and other sustainable solutions, TI Fluid Systems has committed to purchasing 100% renewable power for three manufacturing locations, two test centers, and its corporate offices. Its contract with DTE will begin in January 2024, with approximately 19% of its electricity use in North America being attributed to DTE’s renewable energy projects.

Over the course of a year, TI Fluid Systems will use an estimated 22 million kWh of renewable energy under the MIGreenPower initiative. This will have a significant impact on the company’s greenhouse gas emissions – reducing our annual CO2(e) emission by 15,600 metric tonnes which is equivalent to eliminating more than 7.8 million kg (17.2 million pounds) of burned coal.

TI Fluid Systems joins an impressive roster of more than 44,000 residential and 450 business subscribers to MIGreenPower, including prominent automotive players such as Ford Motor Company and General Motors. Since the program’s launch in 2017, MIGreenPower subscribers have supported the transition to clean energy and improving the environment.

Hans Dieltjens, President and CEO of TI Fluid Systems, said, “In addition to the many improvements TI Fluid Systems is making through its lightweight and energy efficient product lines we supply to our automotive customers, we have made a firm commitment to decarbonizing our manufacturing and support business, reducing global greenhouse gas emissions and investing in green energy. Working with a renewable energy pioneer like DTE Energy, we can make significant strides towards our goals in North America, while also supporting community projects in Michigan. I look forward to seeing the positive benefits our enrollment will have in the coming years with all off TI Fluid Systems facilities in Michigan powered 100% by green energy.”

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 107 locations across 28 countries serving all major global OEMs.

For more information, visit www.tifluidsystems.com.

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, USA (November 30, 2021) — TI Fluid Systems (TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, celebrates a growing global portfolio of fluid handling products with Mercedes-Benz AG, a key strategic OEM for the company. TIFS has launched high volume production supply of various products for the global Mercedes-Benz AG programs C-Class, GLC and E-Class hybrid electric vehicles (HEV). TIFS will also supply products for Mercedes-Benz AG’s internal combustion engine (ICE) variants of this same platform.

TIFS has had a long-standing relationship with a supply of products in refrigerant, brake and fuel fluids with Mercedes-Benz AG. In addition to sophisticated brake/fuel bundles and fuel storage delivery tank systems, the new programs represent a significant commitment to add coolant fluid products to the  portfolio for internal combustion engines and hybrid or full electrification applications. The fluid technologies developed for the premium car manufacturer program was a collaborative global effort, specifically with teams in Germany, South Africa and China.

“Supporting the industry from traditional gas and diesel fuel systems to new electrified systems requires capabilities and competencies with all types of fluid handling products and is a key milestone in the execution of our electrification strategy with an important strategic OEM. We celebrate the OEM’s commitment to validate and release TIFS coolant products,” stated Hans Dieltjens, 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 107 locations across 28 countries serving all major global OEMs.

For more information, visit www.tifluidsystems.com.

• Hans Dieltjens will succeed William L. Kozyra as President and Chief Executive Officer of TI Fluid Systems on 1 October 2021
• In conjunction with this change, the Company is also expanding its Executive Committee to further its electric vehicle strategy with the appointment of Stephanie Jett as Chief Commercial Officer and Johannes Helmich as Chief Technology Officer
• Mark Sullivan will succeed Hans Dieltjens as Chief Operating Officer

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, USA (September 21, 2021) — TI Fluid Systems (TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, has announced three executive level appointments as Hans Dieltjens assumes the role of President and Chief Executive Officer on 1 October 2021.

Hans will succeed William L. Kozyra, who will retire on 1 October 2021 and step down from the Board of Directors. Hans will assume this leadership role at a strategically important time for the Company as it is accelerating its electric vehicle strategy success and reinforcing its position as a leading provider of thermal solutions for the automotive industry.

Hans holds a master’s degree in Electro/Mechanical Engineering with 25 years of automotive experience in Asia, Europe and the Americas. Hans joined TI Fluid Systems in 1996 where he gained broad commercial and operational experience through his divisional leadership positions. Among his successes, Hans led the Global Fuel Tank and Delivery Systems Division in developing and manufacturing products that enhance vehicle performance and safety while exceeding strict emissions regulations to preserve the environment. Earlier this year, Hans was appointed to the role of Chief Operating Officer in preparation for his ultimate succession to President and Chief Executive Officer on 1 October 2021.

TI Fluid Systems is also further expanding its Executive Committee with the appointment of Stephanie Jett as Chief Commercial Officer, Johannes Helmich as Chief Technology Officer and Mark Sullivan as Chief Operating Officer.

Stephanie Jett will join the Company on 1 October 2021 in the role of Chief Commercial Officer and will be based at the Company’s Corporate Headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA. Stephanie brings 20 years of automotive industry experience to the position and has worked in various senior level commercial roles at Valeo, Visteon, Metaldyne, and most recently as Global Senior Vice President of Sales for Autoliv. Stephanie will be responsible for sales and commercial activities, which include an increased focus on the Company’s electric vehicle product portfolio.

Johannes Helmich joined the Company on 1 September 2021 as Chief Technology Officer and is based at the Company’s leading technology center in Rastatt, Germany. Johannes will play a crucial role in the design and development of TI Fluid Systems’ product portfolio, with a specific focus on accelerating the Company’s electric vehicle product development as part of its Fluid Evolution strategy. Johannes has more than 25 years of engineering experience, having worked in various high-level executive positions at international Tier 1 automotive suppliers, such as Magna, Brose, Bosch, and Valeo.

Mark Sullivan is also based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, and joined the Company earlier this year from Plastic Omnium Group where he held various positions of increasing responsibility including Global President of their fuel tank business (Inergy) and their plastics exteriors business. During his more than 35 years in the automotive industry, Mark has lived and worked in the United States, France and Germany, bringing with him diverse international experience together with strong operational focus that supports long term business strategies.

“We welcome Stephanie, Johannes and Mark to the team and extend our warmest congratulations to Hans on his promotion to Chief Executive Officer at such an exciting time in our industry,” said Manfred Wennemer, Chair of the Board of Directors. “These important additions to our executive team will further strengthen the Company’s ability to execute our electric vehicle strategy, while also enabling us to deliver on our near-term objectives.”  Manfred continued, “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I wish Bill Kozyra the very best for his retirement and thank him for his more than 13 years of exemplary service to the Company. As well as leading the Company through the global financial crisis into a decade of record performance, Bill was instrumental in developing our electric vehicle strategy. Bill, who will remain connected to the Company in an advisory capacity until the end of the year, has brought TI Fluid Systems to a strong position to continue delivering innovative technology to our automotive customer base, and we are excited for what is to come.”

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 107 locations across 28 countries serving all major global OEMs.

For more information, visit www.tifluidsystems.com.

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan (July 8, 2021) — TI Fluid Systems (LSE:TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, announced today that it will supply the thermal coolant fluid carrying systems for the new 2021 Jeep_® Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid. The most technologically advanced Wrangler ever delivers zero-emission open air driving on- and off-road, with up to 25 miles of electric-only range and nearly 400 miles of total range.

TI Fluid Systems will be supplying EV coolant thermal loops and bundle assemblies that are made of the company’s traditional materials, as well as introducing new TI Fluid Systems developed high temperature rated plastic polymer tubes. The supply of polymer tubes is a very important and innovative step forward in assuring weight reduction and efficiency improvements for electrified vehicles. The fluid handling assemblies transfer the traditional internal combustion engine and cabin comfort coolant to provide additional thermal management for the PHEV battery and electronic controls. This vehicle introduction represents a successful collaboration effort between Stellantis and TI Fluid Systems to introduce optimized lightweight alternatives for thermal management on very demanding sport utility electric vehicle applications.

“We are very proud to grow our electric vehicle product portfolio by supporting the Jeep_® Wrangler 4xe and its legendary off-road capabilities,” commented Bill Kozyra, President and CEO of TI Fluid Systems. “Efficient and lightweight thermal systems are critical to supporting the performance and range expectations for enthusiasts who are looking for an environmentally friendly off-road experience.”

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 107 locations across 28 countries serving all major global OEMs.

For more information, visit www.tifluidsystems.com.

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan (June 8, 2021) — TI Fluid Systems (LSE:TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, has launched new fluid handling products for thermal coolant and fuel systems on the 2021 Hyundai Santa FE SUV hybrid electric vehicle (HEV). This Hyundai HEV application demonstrates the company’s ability to optimize systems with light weight solutions for improved EV mode efficiency.

The majority of applications for battery, motor drive and power electronics thermal management use complex rubber and aluminum line assemblies for coolant thermal loops. TI Fluid Systems has developed in-house a full range of multiple light-weight, multi-layer nylon plastic constructs, with associated quick connections for all vehicle operating temperatures. In this new Hyundai Santa Fe HEV application, TI Fluid Systems has collaborated with the OEM to fully switch the traditional chassis thermal loops to lightweight optimized materials.

In addition to the coolant fluid carrying thermal loops, TI Fluid Systems’ Fuel Tank and Delivery Systems (FTDS) division has launched their latest ‘Light Pressurized Tank’ (LPT) pressure resistant plastic fuel tank. A HEV has a very unique function in that the moment the electric propulsion is running, the engine shuts off and fuel vapor builds pressure internally in the tank. For this unique electric only mode of the vehicle’s propulsion, a pressure resistant fuel tank is required to maintain in tank pressure and in turn extend the electric-only driving range. TI Fluid Systems’ LPT technology integrates mechanical pin columns during the blow molding manufacturing process to stiffen the upper and lower tank shells.

“The new Hyundai Santa Fe HEV model, and it’s related SUV platform models, demonstrates our outstanding opportunity for increased product content per vehicle with light weight solutions for the hybrid electric vehicle segment,” stated Hans Dieltjens, Chief Operating Officer. “TI Fluid Systems is a differentiated supplier that can leverage our fluid know how on the new thermal challenges of electrification.”

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 107 locations across 28 countries serving all major global OEMs.

For more information, visit www.tifluidsystems.com.