Magnomatics, a high-technology company that develops and manufactures energy-efficient products based on magnetic gear technology, was one of the technologies featured at the official opening of The Proving Factory.
The Proving Factory is a new manufacturing initiative aimed at strengthening the UK’s automotive supply chain by assisting small firms to scale-up and industrialise innovative propulsion technologies. The organisation ‘de-risks’ the process of industrialising and manufacturing proving volumes – up to 20,000 units per year – of advanced propulsion technologies for vehicle manufacturers.
David Latimer, chief executive of Magnomatics, showcased the magnetic gear, which uses permanent magnets to transmit torque between an input and output shaft without mechanical contact, to dignitaries attending the launch, including business secretary Dr. Vince Cable.
Magnomatics became an official production partner of The Proving Factory in September 2014 for its MAGSPLIT power split which is currently being evaluated by a number of global automotive customers.
David commented that, “Our relationship with The Proving Factory has continued to develop and is a vital element in the commercialisation of our technology. We were really pleased to be invited to attend the official opening of the business, to demonstrate one of our market leading products to the invited guests and particularly to business secretary Dr. Vince Cable. It really was an exciting day for everyone concerned.”
