Global factory automation supplier Bosch Rexroth Corporation celebrated the opening of its new Tech Center East in Rochester Hills MI. The facility will house 120 workers and bring together technical personnel from the company's hydraulics, pneumatics, electric drives, and linear motion and assembly technologies groups.
“We believe the American automotive industry is ready to take a major step forward in updating and modernizing its facilities here and around the world,” said Berend Bracht, president and chief executive officer of Bosch Rexroth in North America. “As a longtime supplier to the industry around the world and in this country, we believe we can play an important role in that process.”
Tech Center East is deeply involved in the development of the hydraulic hybrid systems that are being tested to conserve energy and reduce the environmental impact of vehicles. The facility plays a major role in the development of Bosch Rexroth's hydraulic regenerative braking system and innovative automation systems for solar applications. It will focus on the most advanced hydraulics applications like hydraulic hybrid vehicle technology, compact construction machinery, hybrid hydraulic drives, alternate energy, and offshore marine applications.
The corporation expects to continue to expand the technical capabilities it offers to customers, as business warrants.