ZF LIFETEC

Transforming Safety: Discover the Seat-Integrated Active Belt Tensioner ACR8.S 🚗🛡️ Stefan Biekert, Portfolio Manager Retractor at ZF LIFETEC, provides an overview of the Seat-Integrated Active Belt Tensioner ACR8.S in this brief video. He outlines how the ACR8.S requires minimal space and allows for new design freedoms for vehicle interiors while enhancing safety. With an electric drive unit, the ACR8.S ensures optimal contact between the belt and the occupant's body during normal operation. In the event of an emergency, the belt tensioner can safely pull the occupants in a protected position before a potential crash and can be activated during critical maneuvers, such as automatic emergency braking. Tactile warnings interact with the driver to alert them to important situations. The modular design of the ACR8.S allows for numerous functions, such as tactile warnings and additional safety and comfort features. Particularly advantageous for vehicles without a B-pillar, the belt tensioner offers new possibilities for interior design and automated driving. More about this innovative safety solution: https://bit.ly/3Lqw0dJ #Innovation #Seatbelt #ZFLIFETEC #SavingMoreLives #Safety #Passion #VehicleSafety #BeltTensioner #AutomotiveTechnology #ZF #PassiveSafety #VehicleInterior #EmergencyBraking #HapticWarnings #PassiveSafetySystems

ZF LIFETEC Quality Awards – Best Teams by Function After presenting the winners of the two categories “Best Plant by Region” and “Best plant by Product Lines”, its now time to present last but not least the winning teams of our third category “Best Teams by Function”. This category awards outstanding teams through the different departments within ZF LIFETEC. In any organization, teams play a pivotal role in achieving goals, solving problems, and driving innovation. These teams exemplify excellence, collaboration, and purpose-driven work. The ZF LIFETEC Quality Awards serve as recognition of achieving operational excellence and outstanding performance, in our plants, teams, and functions. We are fostering ownership, discipline, and continuous improvement on our way to perfection. These awards act as a catalyst for highest motivation within our organization, driving performance to new heights. The teams and plants that receive appreciation at this annual ceremony embody the spirit of our Quality Culture, integrating it into their core beliefs and consistently pursuing a singular mission: saving lives. Congratulation to all winning plants, teams, and functions. Your hard work and dedication truly show that *quality matters*! 💪 More about ZF LIFETEC: https://bit.ly/464TXjQ #QualityMatters #DNAofQuality #PassiveSafety #Seatbelts #Steeringwheels #Airbags #SavingMoreLive #ZFLIFETEC

Adaptive airbag for comfort seating positions 💺 With the Dual Contour Airbag, ZF LIFETEC has developed an adaptive airbag system that combines a high level of safety with the desire for comfort. Especially suited for new vehicle interiors shaped by the advent of high levels of automated driving and spacious dashboards, the Dual Contour Airbag can be deployed in two stages. A Tether Activation Unit (TAU) identifies the seating position (standard/reclined or “zero gravity”) of the driver and/or passenger and inflates the airbag accordingly. The achieved inflation volume is the absolute benchmark in this field. Through the extra volume, the Dual Contour Airbag optimizes the protective ability of the system. ZF LIFETEC thus offers a high level of safety and covers all future requirements in terms of adaptivity. More about our innovation: https://bit.ly/3S2womC #ZFLIFETEC #PassiveSafety #AutomotiveSafety #Automotive #SteeringWheels #PassiveSafetySystems #Innovation #Airbags #SavingMoreLives #PassionForSafety #Roadsafety #driving #traffic #AutonomousDriving #FutureOfMobility #NextGenMobility

🌟Safety Innovation: The Pre-Crash Dual Stage Side Airbag🌟 A long word, but also a meaningful innovation. Achim Hofmann, Head of Core Engineering IRS & Inflator at ZF LIFETEC, explains the purpose of this development and how it works in this short video. He outlines the current state of technology and explains that a currently used side airbag fills the small area on the side of the occupant between the seat and the door trim when a side crash occurs. The Pre-Crash Dual Stage Side Airbag from ZF LIFETEC creates more space by gently pushing the occupant away from the crash site in its first stage. This provides room for the second stage, which functions like a conventional side airbag but now with more space for deployment. Read our press release to learn more about these innovative safety solutions: https://bit.ly/3RVlIpM #Automotive #SteeringWheels #ZFLIFETEC #PassiveSafety #Innovation #Airbags #SavingMoreLives #PassionForSafety #Roadsafety #driving #traffic #AutonomousDriving #FutureOfMobility #NextGenMobility #PassiveSafetySystems #SideAirbag

🌟Challenges and opportunities of mobility transformation for safety🌟 In our "Insight Passive Safety" video series, we present a variety of topics within the world of automotive safety. Today Harald Lutz, Senior Vice President Global Engineering at ZF LIFETEC, explaining the challenges and opportunities of mobility transformation for safety. He emphasizes that our company prioritizes safety and continuous improvement, which are integrated into all aspects of our operations, from research and development to customer support. We at ZF LIFETEC focus on scalable and effective safety systems that balance occupant safety with evolving interior vehicle designs without compromising existing safety standards. Regardless of future mobility concepts, we remain committed to integrating cutting-edge safety technologies to enhance road safety and acknowledge the ongoing need for our safety systems alongside advanced driver assistance systems. Stay tuned for more insightful videos coming soon. More about ZF LIFETEC: https://bit.ly/3PEGYz1 #SafetyFirst #Innovation #Partnerships #RoadSafety #InsightPassiveSafety #AutomotiveSafety #MissionDrivenOrganization #GlobalWorkforce #SavingLives #FosteringInnovation #SavingMoreLives #Airbags #PassionForSafety #Driving #Traffic #AutonomousDriving #FutureMobility #NextGenMobility

Steering the Future: ZF LIFETEC's Circular Economy Approach 🔄  Our commitment to protecting lives and promoting sustainability is reflected in the name ZF LIFETEC. It guides our ethical decisions and actions as we strive to embrace a cradle-to-cradle mindset and minimize waste. For ZF LIFETEC the circular economy is a key to the future of our planet. In the following video Juergen Krebs, Head of Engineering Quality and Sustainability, explains that all steering wheels have a magnesium frame, which, however, has a large carbon footprint. He confidently elaborates on how ZF LIFETEC is addressing these challenges and will significantly increase the recycling rate in the future, not only for magnesium but also for PU foam which surrounds the steering wheel. More about ZF LIFETEC: https://bit.ly/3PEGYz1 #SafetyFirst #Innovation #Sustainability #RoadSafety #InsightPassiveSafety #AutomotiveSafety #SustainabilityIntegration #MissionDrivenOrganization #GlobalWorkforce #SavingLives #FosteringInnovation #CradleToCradleMindset #PurposefulSustainability #SteeringWheels #sustainablefuture #carbonfootprint

🌟 ZF LIFETEC Supplier Event 2024 🌟 Last week, we hosted an incredible 3-day event with over 450 participants. By bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and partners we shared insights, forged new partnerships, celebrated our new brand “ZF LIFETEC” and shared commitment to excellence! At ZF LIFETEC, our mission is to save lives while prioritizing the needs and success of our customers. We also focus on driving innovation, fostering sustainable practices, and building strong partnerships. With this event, we proved the power of working together to achieve extraordinary results. Event Highlights: ✨ Engaging keynotes from our management team ✨ Interactive workshops and strategic sessions ✨ Networking opportunities with purchasing, engineering ✨ Exhibits of our products and technical discussions Introducing Our New Brand: We are excited to announce the launch of our new brand name, ZF LIFETEC. This rebranding marks a significant milestone in our journey, reflecting our evolution and commitment to innovation and excellence. ZF LIFETEC embodies our vision for the future, where we aim to set new standards in the industry and continue delivering great value to our partners and customers. A big THANK YOU to everyone who participated and contributed to making this event as successful as it was - and it was only the beginning. Looking ahead, we are more inspired than ever to continue building strong partnerships and pushing the boundaries of innovation and performance. Watch the video statement with Robert Strebl, Vice President Materials Management ZF LIFETEC, to learn more about this event. #SupplierEvent #Networking #Innovation #IndustryLeaders #ZFLIFETEC #SavingMoreLives #Airbag #SteeringWheels #SeatBelts

ZF LIFETEC Quality Awards 2023 🏆 One week ago we presented the Quality awards for Best Plant by Region. Today the category Best Plant by Product Line awards the top performer plants within ZF LIFETEC business units: Inflatable restraints, Inflators, Seat Belts and Steering Wheel Systems. Similar to the Best Plant by Region category, these plants go through a KPI assessment where the top achievers are recognized. The ZF LIFETEC Quality Awards serve as recognition of achieving operational excellence and outstanding performance, in our plants, teams, and functions. We are fostering ownership, discipline, and continuous improvement on our way to perfection. These awards act as a catalyst for highest motivation within our organization, driving performance to new heights. The teams and plants that receive appreciation at this annual ceremony embody the spirit of our Quality Culture, integrating it into their core beliefs and consistently pursuing a singular mission: saving lives. Congratulation to all winning plants, teams, and functions. Your hard work and dedication truly show that *quality matters*! 💪 More about ZF LIFETEC: https://bit.ly/464TXjQ #QualityMatters #DNAofQuality #PassiveSafety #Seatbelt #Steeringwheel #Airbag #SavingMoreLive #ZFLIFETEC

New airbag for advanced automated driving 🚗 During our first Technology Day, Harald Lutz,  Senior Vice President Global Engineering at ZF LIFETEC, states emphatically that flexible seating options for drivers will become a reality with the advent of advanced driver assistance systems. To ensure best possible protection in the event of a crash, even in reclined seating positions, new airbag concepts are needed. We have developed a dual contour airbag for the passenger side, which can be inflated in two different sizes, depending on the seating position. Now we are developing a dual contour airbag for the driver's side for the next generation of partially or fully automated vehicles.   Read more about our innovative safety solution here: https://bit.ly/3VN4bSN #Automotive #SteeringWheels #ZFLIFETEC #PassiveSafety #Innovation #Airbags #SavingMoreLives #PassionForSafety #Roadsafety #driving #traffic #AutonomousDriving #FutureOfMobility #NextGenMobility

We Create Design Freedom 🌟 Marc Schledorn, Head of Advanced Technologies Steering Wheel Systems, explores the latest steering wheel trends in automotive interiors at our Technology Day in Penzing, Germany. The video explains how new interior design trends are increasing the intuitiveness and interactivity of steering wheel design. The steering wheel is the focal point of the cockpit. Not just for driving the car, but for controlling the many, many systems and functions of modern vehicles. But a key feature still remains its use for driver safety, thanks to the airbag that deploys from its front. Now, ZF LIFETEC has updated this 30-year-old design – with a driver airbag that’s placed on the top side of the steering wheel and unfolds through its upper rim. This frees up the center, thus allowing car manufacturers more freedom when designing the interior of the future… without compromising safety. Learn more about our innovations: https://spr.ly/60435Hhxx #Automotive #InteriorDesign #SteeringWheels #ZFLIFETEC #PassiveSafety #Innovation #Airbags #SavingMoreLives #PassionForSafety