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cost-conscious customers. They combine the quality of a new part with the competitiveness of a remanufactured system and are ideal for the efficient repair of vehicles that can still offer many years of reliable service. “BorgWarner has been providing its customers with remanufactured products over the last 30 years and has developed a broad expertise in remanufacturing. Building on the company’s experience as an OE supplier for the automotive industry REMAN products are manufactured and tested applying the same stringent OE quality standards. “Remanufacturing of aluminium, iron, steel and nickel- based components saves the world’s natural resources for future generations and the reduced energy consumption positively contributes to improved air quality and a reduction of greenhouse gasses. Through our turbocharger REMAN programme, more than 16,000 tons of cast iron and 4,000 tons of aluminium through reuse of 5 million turbines, bearing and compressor housings have been saved.” On how remanufactured components help to keep garages competitive, Michael observed: “The automotive industry is undergoing unprecedented changes with sales of electric vehicles rising continuously. New technologies and innovative solutions are introduced to the market. These developments also have an impact on the aftermarket. But even as technology changes rapidly, there will still be millions of vehicles to serve in the next 20-30 years. Combustion-based technology will be present in pure combustion and hybrid vehicles, and many of them will have BorgWarner parts installed. Due to substantial growth of our portfolio for electric vehicle products and strategic acquisitions, we are well positioned to serve existing and future technology in the aftermarket. 46 AFTERMARKET NOVEMBER 2021 REMANUFACTURED COMPONENTS www.aftermarketonline.net Garages can rely on a partner like BorgWarner with profound technological know-how and OE expertise in propulsion technologies.” Sustainable Commenting on Brembo’s remanufactured brake calipers, Stefano Previtali, Product Marketing Manager at Brembo said: “This environmentally sustainable and more affordable solution involves the recycling of caliper bodies and the replacement of the non-reusable parts. “With over 4,000 codes compatible with more than 2,000 car models from 55 manufacturers, the remanufactured product line covers 95% of the car parc. The remanufacturing process comprises testing and cleaning of the caliper, full replacement of all of the non-renewable parts with brand new components and the application of a surface coating with a particular corrosion-resistant layer. Upon inspection, the calipers are marked with an incision to indicate that they have undergone recycling, which ensures that they are not subjected to further recycling in the future. “Ultimately, Brembo customers can rest assured that with these types of calipers, they are not only receiving the same level of quality as brand new calipers, they are also getting the same warranty. On top of their reliability and affordability, Brembo’s recycled brake calipers also provide an environmentally friendly choice, which is consistent with the company’s commitment to sustainability. This dedication has resulted in the production of braking systems and components that produce much lower emissions, while remaining as aesthetically pleasing as ever before.” While Brembo has been offering reman calipers for many years now, the company has recently updated its packaging. Stefano added: “Customers can now avail of a completely redesigned box which consists of two pieces a container underneath and a cover on four sides. In addition, the box is sealed with a special glue, which guarantees that its contents cannot be tampered with.” Competitive Can remanufactured components help keep garages competitive? Autoelectro UK Sales Manager Nick Hood had this to say: “The process of remanufacturing enables the product to be brought to market much faster, rather than it being put into production with the need for estimated volumes to support its development. Therefore, the practice of remanufacturing sees that part, potentially, on Above: Checking the technical parameters of an assembled starter at AS-PL Right: REMAN turbocharger from BorgWarner, before and after remanufacturing