Manufacturing Today Issue - 233 Feb 2025 | Page 62

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Technology is working to assist the widespread transition to electric vehicles . “ Although the industry transition plans tend to be more conceptual than set in stone , we are well aware that the transition is just around the corner , and it is a big deal for us . To offset some of the anticipated effects it will have on our business , we are working on strategies to diversify our product base while maintaining our core product competencies . Throughout the transition phase from internal combustion engine ( ICE ) vehicles to battery electric vehicles ( BEVs ), we aim to continue manufacturing and improving our ICErelated products . At the same time , we are making the necessary investments to adapt and position ourselves for future success by developing the capability to fabricate products utilizing high-strength , lightweight materials ,” he reveals .
True partnerships
Newman Technology ’ s eagerness to rapidly embrace new technologies and cater to emerging trends has been empowered by partnerships that have been pivotal to its growth and innovation over the years . “ Throughout our history , we have fostered too many crucial collaborative relationships with both our customers and suppliers to be able to only highlight a few of them . Each of these partnerships has brought unique benefits to our organization . In that same respect , our affiliation with our parent company in Japan has been instrumental in enabling us to integrate its top offerings in manufacturing and product technologies with the unique requirements of our local market . Sankei has always provided us with the flexibility to tailor our systems , programs , and investments to what works best for us in North America . We truly learn from each other and promote communication , coordination , and mutual collaboration to drive the most optimal results for our respective regions .
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