The term AMT appeared particularly hot in 2011. Domestic and foreign truck manufacturers continued to develop or launch new AMT products, and more importantly, the number of domestic truck users consulting AMT gearboxes increased significantly. Supporting plants are all making efforts to promote AMT gearboxes. Eaton , a diversified power management company, also staged its own “stage show†in China.
Eaton Shanghai Auto Show Booth
Eaton AMT Transmission: Better overall matching performance AMT advantages are even more prominent
During the Shanghai Auto Show 2011, at the media conference held in Eaton, the major media issues were almost all directed to AMT, the advantages are good, the development trend is worth mentioning, and the differences with other AMT companies, etc., General Manager of Eaton Vehicle Group in China Wang Zhan With a smile, they all face reporters. “Eaton is a diversified power management company with a hundred-year history. It has mature technologies in all aspects of the power system. Together with other components of the AMT transmission, gears as small as the gearbox have been tested for a long time. The perfect match to fully cooperate with AMT gearbox, this is the highlight of Eaton AMT."
Eaton Vehicle Group China General Manager Wang Zhan
Wang Zhan told the China Truck Network reporter that Eaton has rich experience in transmission and engine integration. He has rich experience in vehicle integration in the main engine plant and can maximize the advantages of the AMT transmission. “As a simple example, the AMT gearbox belts and gears play an important role. These are not simply put together. When many small parts are combined into a whole, only the best combination can achieve the most effective. Performance, which is also the reason why some users have misunderstood AMT, believes that as long as the AMT technology is used, the AMT advantage can be achieved by appropriate changes in the transmission. This is exactly what Eaton has been insisting on strictly selecting the supply chain. important reason."
Eaton UltraShift® PLUS Automatic Transmission (AMT)
Eaton AMT accelerates localization of transmissions
Faced with the increase in operating costs of domestic truck drivers and further increase in the pressure for survival, Eaton has continued to pursue innovation and progress in research and development. AMT's transmissions accelerate the progress of localization in the upstream chain. According to Wang Zhan, a number of domestic excellent suppliers have been selected in the transmission accessories suppliers. At the same time, its world-leading hybrid power system is also supplied by three or four outstanding domestic companies for battery and motor supply. Wang Zhan stated that the selection of domestic enterprise suppliers must be assessed and evaluated by the group as a whole. Make some parts of the transmission domestic, lower prices, provide users with more satisfactory choices.
Eaton Industrial (Wuxi) Factory Staff Checks Parts
In addition to purchasing domestic upstream supply chain, Eaton Group also made achievements in localized production. The wholly-owned company Eaton Industrial (Wuxi) mainly produces heavy-duty truck transmissions and clutches, and mass-produces transmissions through the Group's internal production channels, achieving lower Transmission price, according to Jiang Changming, general manager of Eaton Industrial (Wuxi) Co., Ltd., the plant was formally put into operation in March 2008. The factory occupies an area of ​​approximately 17,000 square meters. Currently, the park covers an area of ​​78,000 sqm, accounting for 47% of the total area. With an annual production capacity of 60,000 transmissions, facing the rapid growth of Eaton in the Chinese market, the remaining plan will also use the remaining 53% of land utilization, and the capacity will be further expanded. Further control the cost of the transmission.
Eaton Industrial (Wuxi) Co., Ltd. General Manager Jiang Changming
More than 300,000 units of Eaton automatic transmissions in the world have been successfully operated in the United States, Canada, Mexico, South America, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Russia and China. Eaton has been working with Auman, Liberation and other companies in the Chinese truck market. With the cooperation, Eaton’s localization process has further accelerated and the Eaton AMT gearbox is ready in China.
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Eaton UltraShift® PLUS Automatic Transmission (AMT):
UltraShift® PLUS is a fully automatic mechanical transmission that can truly improve the safety and adaptability of vehicles. It has a leading price/performance ratio in the current automatic transmission market. It can improve vehicle fuel economy and significantly reduce operating costs. In response to market demands for increased engine power, reduced engine size, enhanced fuel economy, and reduced emissions, UltraShift® PLUS has six product lines that cover different application conditions. Bringing significant benefits and more choices to customers and teams. Dual-pedal operation eliminates clutch controls and mechanical shift levers for easier, safer, and more comfortable driving. Innovative clutch control technology and advanced shift control strategies ensure that the vehicle always maintains optimal performance and efficiency regardless of operating conditions.
Eaton AMT integration experience:
First electronically controlled engine and transmission control integrator
·Founder of the SAE J1922 agreement
· Key participants and contributors to the SAE J1939 agreement
· Rich transmission and engine integration experience
· Abundant OEM experience in vehicle integration
Eaton AMT Value:
Improved clutch life, optimized clutch control, clutch protection
The reliability of the body - such as synchronizer, gear, shaft, bearings, etc.
· Drive system components can be reduced through the drive system protection
·Fuel economy
The shift strategy can be optimized based on the engine fuel curve
Software adapts to provide intelligent shifting - fuel consumption and performance
Allows drivers to express themselves freely
Compared with AT can improve fuel economy, compared with manual box can improve the average team level
· Medium AMT can integrate retarder
·Aisle start assistance
Integrated data record function (unique performance, similar to "black box")
· Reduce driver requirements
· Safety - Focus on driving
·Reduce driving fatigue
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