Plasma’s Role in Engine Production

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Plasma nozzles mounted on robots accurately follow the complex contours of an engine’s cover and aluminum oil pan, where a small leak could lead to engine failure or cause nasty soiling into the environment. GM engineers used the technology to prevent failures in the innovative 2016 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6- liter V6 engine. The engine is designed with strong, lightweight materials and is 390 pounds lighter than its predecessor. Designers use materials like an A319 aluminum alloy block for the engine and a cast-aluminum integral oil pan design, and these lightweight materials frequently present technical challenges such as getting adhesives and sealants to adhere strongly to them, which is when Openair Plasma technology came in to assist. Find out more about plasma’s role in engine production on “How It’s Made-Dream Cars: 2016 Chevrolet Camaro” here:http://camarosix.com/how-its-made-dream-cars-2016-chevrolet-camaro/ We are thrilled to have Plasmatreat join us at the American Automotive Summit next week! Plasmatreat will be showcasing its Openair Plasma technology that cleans and activates critical engine surfaces prior to applying a room temperature vulcanization (RTV) sealant. Plasmatreat’s PlasmaPlus® process is also being used to prevent engine corrosion by applying a protective coating by introducing a precursor to the plasma. www.plasmatreat.com

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Addressing the Challenges in Biomanufacturing

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The life sciences industry is evolving on a global scale. Shifting market demands, healthcare reforms and more stringent regulations are presenting new challenges to the industry at large. “It is particularly challenging to manage operations globally when dealing with vastly different regulatory review periods for new drug applications as well as making any significant changes to existing dossiers.” explains Ryan Cox, Director, Bulk Manufacturing at CSL Behring. Increased pressure to reduce the cost of healthcare in the US is pushing manufacturers to streamline processes while finding new ways to produce “bio-better” drugs that have a vastly improved pharmacological profile. To remain competitive “biomanufacturers must continue to focus on innovation in terms of making improvements to existing products” explains Ryan. As a result “the industry will need to become much more flexible and “lean” over the next 5-10 years.” Taking a holistic approach to the challenges and opportunities that biomanufacturers face, Generis’ American Biomanufacturing Summit 2016 will present attendees with first-hand case studies, strategies and best practices to advance manufacturing excellence, drive innovation and develop the necessary leadership strategies to ensure long-term success. Produced with the thoughtful input of some of the world’s leading organizations, this senior level program is designed to provide biomanufacturing executives with current trends and strategic insights on internal manufacturing, external manufacturing, operational excellence, quality management and compliance. Annually attracting 150 senior level delegates from across North America, this years program will provide delegates with strategies and insights to …

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