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Let technology drive energy savings in the automotive sector

There are many drivers behind the automotive industry’s ongoing evolution. For instance, everyone is aware of the cost pressures that vehicle manufacturers face to be globally competitive and win market share. This recently became another degree harder due to rising inflation affecting prices for electricity and raw materials.

03/11/2022 11:28:19

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Many predict these prices are likely to remain high for some time. The good news is that many manufacturing technologies and solutions are available to help managers at
auto plants drive down costs and offset inflationary pressures. These products not only save money, but also contribute to carbon reduction initiatives and sustainability goals.

Inefficiencies in manufacturing waste energy.
So, among the primary cost-saving measures is the reduction of leaks in compressed air systems. Compressed air finds widespread use in automotive plants as part of automated and robotic
systems.

A single leak can cost a facility thousands of euros a year, largely because the generator and compressor must work harder to replace the lost air. Making matters worse,
many plants are entirely unaware of these leaks, which not only increase energy costs but can also upset the functionality of the whole system.

Read the full article in DPA's November issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.