IMPCO management buys company
IMPCO is the world's leading developer of microfinishing technology, machines, and systems, holding a number of worldwide patents for innovations in technology and equipment design. IMPCO microfinishing, referred to as the most precise metal removal process, is used to control surface finish, roundness, and size of load-bearing journals, such as on automotive crankshafts. The patented process eliminates the causes of friction, permitting greater power output and longer operational life. More than 90% of the automotive engines produced in North America include crankshafts processed on IMPCO machines.
The new ownership, according to Dave Houghton, IMPCO president, is committed to active development of its microfinishing technology, the best possible customer service, and to expanding sales worldwide. The company will also seek to identify new markets where its technology can help improve customer part performance, reliability, and durability.
IMPCO last year received ISO 9001/QS 9000/TE-certification as well as Ford Motor Company's Q1 certification, the first company in microfinishing technology to be awarded the coveted Ford Q1 status.
Founded as an automotive parts manufacturer, IMPCO Machine Tools has affiliates in the United Kingdom serving the European market, and in Japan serving the Asian market. At its Lansing headquarters, more than 60,000 ft²are dedicated to machine design, assembly and research and development. The other locations have the ability to provide the same products and services to their regional markets as IMPCO's global market continues to grow. IMPCO customers include automotive, truck, construction and marine powertrain manufacturers worldwide.
IMPCO Machine Tools, 34117 West St. Joseph St., Lansing, MI 48917 USA. Tel: 517-484-9411. Fax: 517-484-0502.
Edited with contribution from Jim Lorincz
Managing Editor
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Source: IMPCO