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Chapter 3 - Technical review Page 16 Chapter 3 - Technical review Defining the elements What is a front-end module? It depends who makes it and for whom. According to Faurecia, a complete front-end comprises the carrier, shock absorbers, bumpers, cooling fan system, water and engine oil cooling radiators, condenser for the air conditioning system, wiring harness, headlights and various sensors, including the crash sensor which controls the airbag in the event of an impact. Front-end modules produced by HBPO integrate a structural frame, headlamps, bumper system with beam, energy absorber and fascia, engine cooling system, electronics and other parts. Focus According to Toshiki Sugiyama, general manager of Cooling Systems & Components R&D Department, Denso, the focus of front-end modules is to add more value to modules rather than a collection of components. Functions… The major functions of the front-end components are to act as a body frame, taking in and cooling air, protecting the vehicle and its occupants in the event of a collision, properly illuminating the front of the vehicle as well as improved appearance and exterior styling. …And benefits The front-end module brings benefits to both carmakers and end consumers. Carmakers are able to reduce the number of operations on their assembly lines, simplify their supply chains, reduce modular weight and improve the ergonomic aspects of the assembly process. It can also help cut tooling costs and improve working capital. The most important potential benefit of modular © 2005 All content copyright Aroq Ltd. All rights reserved.
Chapter 4 - Manufacturers Page 29 Chapter 4 - Manufacturers Calsonic Kansei Formed from the merger of Calsonic Corporation and Kansei Corporation in April 2000, Calsonic Kansei Corporation is an automotive parts and accessories manufacturer with a strong presence in major automotive markets worldwide. In addition to front-end modules, the company designs and manufactures engine cooling systems, cockpit and engine and exhaust systems. Its engine and exhaust system products include mufflers, exhaust manifolds, flexible tubes, exhaust tubes and catalytic converters with metal substrates. Calsonic Kansei is a major supplier of front-end modules both in the US and Japan, supplying more than 1m units annually. Calsonic Kansei’s front-end module includes the radiator and core support, condenser, engine fan shroud, windscreen wiper washer tank, headlamp, bumper stay and reinforcement. The company’s radiators are made using its proprietary brazing process and feature a corrosion-resistant design. Calsonic Kansei also designs and manufactures its own condensers. Calsonic Kansei was the first Japanese parts supplier to begin deliveries of cockpit and front-end modules. The company’s first module was produced in June 2001 for Nissan’s Skyline model. In Japan, the company also supplies front-end modules for the Nissan Stagea, March, Cube, and Fairlady Z, Murano (export model), Teana and FX45 (export model). In Europe, Calsonic Kansei recently won its first contract to supply front-end modules. Calsonic Kansei Europe has assumed tier one responsibility for supplying the complete assembly to the carmaker. In early 2004, the company began supplying XX,XXX modules annually from its plant near Barcelona, Spain. The module includes the bumper armature, bumper stay, air guide, headlamp, plastic radiator support, unified condenser and radiator and motor fan. © 2005 All content copyright Aroq Ltd. All rights reserved.
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