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Welcome to the July 2008 edition of AutoFocus, the global eNewsletter that delivers the latest news and expert opinion about fuel system, engine and drive train sealing. You'll notice that AutoFocus now also features Vamac® ethylene acrylic elastomers in addition to Viton® fluoroelastomers.

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    In this edition:
    Vamac® AEM meets new low SAPS engine oils requirements
Vamac® is a prime candidate for hoses, gaskets and seals that come into contact with new low SAPS engine lubricants, and can help meet present and future Euro 4, 5 and 6, and US Lev II and PZEV emissions requirements.  
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  Rayconnect automotive quick-connectors rely on FKM sealability
Rayconnect International specifies O-rings of fluoroelastomer to meet tough fluids, temperature and mechanical performance requirements in quick-connector systems for major auto manufacturers.  Read Full Story
 
  Meeting the latest performance demands in automotive O-ring sealing
Vamac® and Viton® have become O-ring success stories, helping maintain function and flexibility of the vital engine fluid transport and sealing components, such as O-rings and quick-connectors.  
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    DuPont Automotive Fuel Lunch discusses future U.S. fuels and materials capabilities
More than 100 auto industry OEM designers and engineers attended the 9th annual DuPont and DuPont Performance Elastomers Automotive Fuel Lunch in Detroit, MI, USA, on April 16, 2008, to hear U.S. Department of Energy predictions on future fuels and an industry consultant share material capability insights.  Read Full Story
 
 
  Fluoroelastomer compatibility with bioalcohol fuels
At the SAE Powertrain & Fluid Systems Conference in Chicago, IL, USA, on October 6-9, 2008, DPE will review fluoroelastomer compatibility with ethanol and butanol and alcohol-based blend fuels. Best in class will be highlighted to help engineers design more robust sealing systems for bioalcohol service.  Read Full Story
 
 
  Kalrez® perfluoroelastomer parts: a high performance solution for heavy-duty diesel engine sealing
Seals used in heavy duty on-road, ship and locomotive diesel engines face very hostile operating environments. Seal failure results in costly repairs and standstill time. Kalrez® perfluoroelastomer parts can meet the challenge, reducing such costs and increasing safety and reliability.
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