With increasing concerns about the economy and environment, lighter weight materials in the automotive industry have become a priority. Fuel usage can be reduced by an estimated 5%-7% with a 10% reduction in vehicle weight. Less fuel creates fewer emissions, and cars become more sustainable and cost-effective to run. Auto manufacturers already use light materials like… Read more »
Category: Manufacturing
An Overview of the Current State of the Automobile Manufacturing Industry
The United States automotive manufacturing sales slightly declined in 2019, the market was on solid footing. Over 17 million vehicles were sold, good for the 5th best year in history. Unfortunately, the coronavirus has put a temporary hold on positive sales data. Due to the global pandemic, sales are forecasted to decline by 27% in 2020. This… Read more »
Cost-effective Plastic Compression Molding: In Automotive Manufacturing
Overall, composites have steadily become a more integral part of the automotive industry. Composite parts are likely to be more prevalent this year than any of those previous. Plastic compression molding machines are a significant component of car parts production. Why Composites? Fuel efficiency is an ongoing pursuit among car manufacturers. Composites are lightweight and… Read more »
Tier 1 Automotive Suppliers Provide Parts for Top Car Companies
Regardless of whether its running a larger enterprise-level automaker or a local operation handling custom jobs, engineering work will need to be done. Few companies have a sufficient number of technical specialists on staff to do this in-house. This is why working with outside third-party automotive services will get the job done. Tier 1 Automotive… Read more »
The Benefits of Using Automotive Lightweight Material in New Cars
Today, more car manufacturers are turning to automotive lightweight materials when making cars and trucks for sale. There are many reasons for this change from heavy to lightweight material. Look at a few examples. Improved Fuel Economy When a manufacturer uses lightweight materials when making vehicles, it increases the fuel economy of a vehicle. The… Read more »
Best Global Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering Traits
Finding the right tier 1 automotive supplier for your product needs can be a challenging process. Engineering capabilities, facilities, logistics, quality and more require careful evaluation. However, a leading supplier candidate typically emerges when certain criteria are met. The following are qualities of a world-class global automotive and manufacturing engineering company. Global Reach A… Read more »
Mayco International Welcomes Students For Manufacturing Day 2019
Manufacturing Day 2019 On Friday, October 4th, our team participated in the annual “Manufacturing Day”. Mayco Sterling Heights welcomed 120 students from Stevenson, Eisenhower, and Utica High Schools. A national program that looks to connect young people with opportunities in the manufacturing industry. Macomb County has one of the largest concentrations of participating companies in… Read more »