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Further Contribution to Lower Emission in China,
Continental Launches Three New Production Lines
 In Changchun three new production lines for sensors will be launched
 To meet the stricter emission regulations of China market
 Production milestone of 30th millionth Knock Sensor in China
Regensburg, Changchun/China, September 26, 2012. The international automotive
supplier Continental holds a ceremony in Changchun to launch three new production lines at
the same day: NOx Sensors, High Temperature Sensors and Canister Purge Solenoid 6 of
Sensors & Actuators Business Unit. All these products and technologies support the stricter
emission regulations in China. In addition, the launch of these three new production lines is
combined with the celebration of the 30 millionth Knock Sensor - produced in China. Overall,
Continental continues its growth path in China as it is demonstrated by the expansion of
production lines in Changchun and adding new facilities as recently announced for Jiading
and Wuhu.
The NOx sensor enables the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) control of the NOx storage
catalytic converter and the selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system as accurately as
required by future emissions legislation. As today’s only mass production supplier of NOx
sensors with a background of 14 years development experience, Continental has won the
coveted 2010 PACE award and produced over six million NOx sensors so far. In Continental,
China is the only country besides Germany where NOx sensors are produced. The annual
local production capacity is over 500k units. The high temperature sensor (HTS) is a newly
developed product based on thermocouple technology which can achieve accuracy of ±1%
and response time of 6s @10 m/s for temperature measurement in the exhaust stream. It is
complementary to the NOx sensor, enabling modern Exhaust Systems to comply with
today’s and future emission control requirements. The 6th generation canister purge solenoid
(CPS6) is designed to enable the fuel vapor management for state-of-the-art combustion
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engines, especially helping downsized turbocharged powertrains with their specific
requirements in purge time and pressure. The CPS6 production line in Changchun is the
first installation globally with a maximum capacity of over 1 million pieces per year.
Mr. Mathias Miedreich, Head of the Exhaust & Emission Sensors segment within the
Continental Business Unit Sensors & Actuators stated: “As the Euro IV Emission standard
will be officially implemented in China from July 1st, 2013 onwards, we see a huge demand of
products and solutions for exhaust and emission reduction. Continental has invested heavily
in R&D to keep the technical leader position. Continental, a key player in the automotive
industry for energy-saving and emission reduction, is committed to better serve its customers
in China with high technology products and solutions for lower emission.”
30 millionth Knock Sensor produced in China
The production of Knock Sensors in China started 10 years ago and it is now delivered to 38
local customers as well as 19 overseas customers, including Japan, Indonesia, Australia,
Thailand, Iran, Austria, Hungary and USA. With outstanding quality and advanced
technology of Knock Sensor, Continental enjoys the market leadership not only in China but
also globally. The production capacity is close to 12 million units per year. Meanwhile,
Continental is dedicated to the new and innovative products and technologies. Continental
developed jointly with the European Center of Expertise on a new generation of Knock
Sensor.
Established in 1995, Continental Automotive Changchun Co., Ltd. is the largest
manufacturing and R&D location in Continental China with over 3,000 employees. With the
strong local development capability, Continental Automotive Changchun is aiming to provide
customers with localized products and solutions with first class quality. In October 2011, the
construction of a second plant in Changchun was started to meet the rapid business growth
of Continental in China and globally.
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With sales of €30.5 billion in 2011, Continental is among the leading automotive suppliers worldwide.
As a supplier of brake systems, systems and components for powertrains and chassis,
instrumentation, infotainment solutions, vehicle electronics, tires and technical elastomers, Continental
contributes to enhanced driving safety and global climate protection. Continental is also an expert
partner in networked automobile communication. Continental currently has approximately 169,000
employees in 46 countries.
The Automotive Group with its three divisions Chassis & Safety (sales of approximately €6.5 billion
in 2011, 33,000 employees), Powertrain (sales of approximately €5.8 billion in 2011, 31,000
employees) and Interior (sales of approximately €6.1 billion in 2011, 32,000 employees) achieved
sales of approximately €18.5 billion in 2011. The Automotive Group is present in more than 170
locations worldwide. As a partner of the automotive and commercial vehicle industry, it develops and
produces innovative products and systems for a modern automotive future, in which cars provide
individual mobility and driving pleasure consistent with driving safety, environmental responsibility and
cost-efficiency.
The Chassis & Safety Division develops and produces electronic and hydraulic brake and chassis
control systems, sensors, driver assistance systems, 9 airbag electronics and sensorics, washer
systems and electronic air suspension systems. Its core competence is the integration of active and
passive driving safety into ContiGuard®. The Powertrain Division integrates innovative and efficient
system solutions for vehicle powertrains. The comprehensive range of products includes gasoline and
diesel injection systems, engine management, transmission control, including sensors and actuators,
as well as fuel-supply systems and components and systems for hybrid and electric drives. Information
management is at the very heart of the Interior Division, which provides a range of products that
includes instrument clusters and multifunctional displays, control units, electronic car-entry systems,
tire-monitoring systems, radios, multimedia and navigation systems, climate control systems,
telematics solutions and cockpit modules and systems.
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External Communications
Continental
Powertrain Division
Siemensstr. 12
93055 Regensburg
Tel.: +49 941 790-61302
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E-mail: simone.geldhaeuser@continental-corporation.com
www.continental-automotive.de
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