achieving maximum product functionality through developing the right manufacturing process

Product: Front control arm
Process: Raufoss high volume continuous in-line forging, heat treatment, machining and assembly. Raufoss pre-forming is a unique way of achieving optimal material utilization.
Weight: 2975 grams, including all components. 30 percent lighter than steel equivalent.

Product: Upper control arm
Process: Raufoss high volume in-line forging, heat treatment, machining and assembly. Raufoss pre-forming is a unique way of achieving optimal material utilization.
Weight: 538 grams. 40 – 50 percent lighter than steel equivalent.

Product: Toe link
Manufacturing process: Raufoss multi-step technology. In-line production from forming through to fully assembled parts. This process enables the production of various geometric shapes resulting in fully integrated parts. Material placed to fulfill function increases weight savings.
Weight: 450 grams. 20% lighter than steel equivalent.

Product: Control arm
Process: Raufoss multi-step technology. In-line production from forming through to fully assembled parts. This process enables the production of various geometric shapes, resulting in fully integrated parts. Material placed to fulfill function increases weight savings.
Weight : 528 grams. 50 percent lighter than steel equivalent.

Product: Control arm
Process: Raufoss high volume in-line forging, heat treatment, machining and assembly. Raufoss pre-forming is a unique way of achieving optimal material utilization
Weight: 1550 grams. 40 percent lighter than steel equivalent.