AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Oct. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/
-- Two BorgWarner technologies have been named finalists for
the prestigious 2016 Automotive News PACE Awards:
- BorgWarner's patented ceramic diesel cold-start system with
closed-loop temperature control reduces emissions while
improving fuel economy 2 – 3 percent compared with traditional glow
plugs. The innovative closed-loop system measures temperature on
the surface of the glow plug and uses a proprietary algorithm to
respond accurately and quickly to dynamic engine conditions. Unlike
open-loop systems which require calibration and set-up for each
vehicle model powered by an engine, BorgWarner's closed-loop
technology requires calibration for the engine only and can operate
with any engine control unit (ECU).
- A first-to-market innovation, BorgWarner's electrical heated
thermostat with stroke sensor helps automakers accurately
monitor thermostat functions to fulfill new emissions regulations.
BorgWarner engineers utilized an innovative combination of wax
elements and magnetic field sensors, allowing the ECU to directly
and continuously detect thermostat stroke without running the
coolant pump. The patented, corrosion-resistant technology
maintains the same small package size and interface as a standard
thermostat, reduces parasitic losses and increases fuel economy
while improving engine performance and protecting the engine from
overheating.
"At BorgWarner, we don't just talk about innovation—it's what we
do. Since 2005, 20 BorgWarner innovations have been named finalists
in the annual PACE Awards. In addition, each of our finalists in
this year's competition has earned multiple patents," said
James R. Verrier, President and
Chief Executive Officer, BorgWarner. "We are driven to transform
today's challenges into tomorrow's solutions and proud to be
honored among this year's distinguished PACE Award finalists."
Sponsored by Automotive News, Ernst & Young and the
Transportation Research Center Inc., the annual PACE Awards honor
superior innovation, technological advancement and business
performance among automotive suppliers. Known around the world as
the industry symbol of innovation, PACE stands for Premier
Automotive Suppliers' Contribution to Excellence. Winners are
selected by an independent panel of judges and will be announced in
Detroit on April 11, 2016. BorgWarner has become one of the
most decorated companies in the history of the awards competition,
earning nine PACE Awards, three PACE Innovation Partnership Awards,
two PACE Innovative OEM Collaborator Awards and one PACE
Environmental Award since 2005.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a
product leader in highly engineered components and systems for
powertrains around the world. Operating manufacturing and technical
facilities in 57 locations in 18 countries, the company delivers
innovative powertrain solutions to improve fuel economy, reduce
emissions and enhance performance. For more information, please
visit borgwarner.com.
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