TPi November 2019

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Norma to equip vehicles with leak-proof connectors

connectors, which are manufactured at the company’s plants in Mexico, China and France. Norma Group SE – Germany

Engineered joining technology company Norma Group will supply connectors for fuel lines to an American automotive manufacturer, starting this year. By 2026, around 4.6mn vehicles in China, Korea, the USA and Mexico will each be equipped with several Safe-Lock connectors.

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“Safety is of the utmost importance in the original equipment industry, and our connecting products, as mission-critical parts, make a decisive contribution to the safe transport of fluids,” said Bernd Kleinhens, CEO of Norma Group. “This is why we are continuously developing our product solutions and making strategic acquisitions to ensure that we can offer our customers the best and safest connection technology.” The Safe-Lock connector has a double-latch mechanism and is used for the reliable connection of fuel lines. The safety requirements for fuel transport in vehicles are very high – if fuel leaks from the tank or engine, vehicle performance as well as passenger safety can be compromised. The connector also ensures reliable and proper assembly: it can only be locked if the spigot is

Quick connector production at the Norma Group plant in Guichen, France

positioned correctly, and the installer can clearly see whether the connection has been properly locked. This so-called “poka yoke” function prevents errors in vehicle production from endangering safety. The compact design also makes the Safe-Lock connector easy to install. It can withstand temperatures from -40°C to 125°C, and up to 150°C at peak times. The connector originated from the product portfolio of Autoline, whose complete business Norma Group acquired in 2016. Since then, Norma Group has been further developing the quick

The Safe-Lock connector has a double-latch mechanism and ensures correct installation

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