INDUSTRY NEWS
Audi Boosts Production of Aluminum Die Castings In Münchsmünster, Germany,
Audi has increased the produc- tion of lightweight aluminum die castings for the automobile maker’s Q7 line of SUVs. More than 30,000 structural components have already been produced in 2015, including connecting elements in the suspen- sion gear mounts and suspension strut supports for the next-genera- tion A4. Total volume should reach approximately 200,000 parts by the end of the year. “The components we are
manufacturing in Münchsmünster are helping us perfect our system- atic lightweight construction,” said Hubert Waltl, Audi’s board member for production. “This is a major contributor to reducing weight in the new Audi Q7, which is up to 716.5 lbs. (325kg) lighter than its predecessor.” Audi began operations at its new
5.2 million-sq.-ft. manufactur- ing facility in late 2013. In addi- tion to diecasting capabilities, the
Münchsmünster site also produces hot- and cold-formed pressed parts and chassis components.
Audi has increased die casting production for its Q7 line of SUVs in Münchsmünster, Germany.
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