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Environmentally Friendly: How our members are working to help the environment
PENRITE SIGNS ON WITH AUSTRALIAN PACKAGING COVENANT
Australian owned and operated for 95 years, Penrite is working towards a sustainable future
Penrite says it has committed to a sustainable future by becoming a signatory to the Australian Packaging Covenant (APCO) and their Sustainable Packaging Guidelines. Under the APCO guidelines, Penrite has committed to producing sustainable consumer packaging with efficient use of resources that reduces environmental impacts. In conjunction with the Australian Packaging Covenant, Penrite has developed a sustainability strategy in relation to its packaging by using recycled plastic in a wide range of its 2.5, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10 and 20 Litre products. All new products are assessed against the APCO Guidelines for their impact on primary, secondary and tertiary packaging requirements.
This environmental commitment is further enhanced by using 100 percent Recyclable Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified cardboard cartons for Penrite’s 1L, 2.5L, 4L, 5L and 6L product ranges. The FSC Certification assures that Penrite’s cardboard cartons are made with, or contains, forest-based materials from FSC-certified forests, recycled materials, and/or FSC controlled wood. Penrite says its award-winning ENVIRO BOX, a bag-in-a-box concept for packaging and dispensing lubricant, is another example of its commitment to environmentally conscious packaging. The introduction of the ENVIRO BOX has reportedly meant a reduction in the number of 20 litre HDPE packs that Penrite is putting into the landfill waste. Penrite says it strives to minimise any environmental impact by reducing emissions and developing safe and sustainable, production, packaging, storage and distribution methodologies. For more information, visit www.penriteoil.com.au
The company’s environmental, social and governance strategy is a driver of its success
Australia and the Asia Pacific’s largest automotive aftermarket specialist company, BAPCOR Limited, has spent three years developing and actioning its four pillar Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy. This detailed BAPCOR ESG strategy and its related action plans outline the Australian company’s solid commitment to corporate responsibility and highly effective governance throughout all of its automotive aftermarket industry operations across Australia, New Zealand and in Thailand. The importance placed by BAPCOR in the implementation of a world class ESG strategy saw the Australian company join the United Nations Global Compact in early 2020, ensuring that all facets of its ESG strategy are aligned directly to the highest global standards of corporate, social and environmental responsibility. One of the four pillars of BAPCOR’s ESG strategy is the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability. The Australian company has implemented a number of decisive and effective actions to ensure that the carbon emissions created by its operations are more than offset through a number of initiatives. The carbon emissions generated by more than 1,000 Burson Auto Parts delivery vehicles used across the entire nationwide store network are offset by the company’s integral involvement with Greenfleet. In less than two years, more than 40,000 trees have been planted across the country, with all Burson Auto Parts delivery vehicles displaying signage advising that each vehicle’s carbon emissions are offset by the Greenfleet tree planting program. BAPCOR staff are also directly involved in this strategy by taking part in tree planting days, further enforcing the importance that BAPCOR places in its commitment to environmental sustainability at both local and national levels. In addition to the Greenfleet carbon offset program, all Burson Auto Parts store lighting is in the process of being modernised to LED lighting to conserve energy. Victorian and New South Wales Burson Auto Parts stores have been, or are in the process of being, updated with new LED lighting, with the rest of the store network to follow. At almost 200 stores nationwide, both the immediate and long-term energy savings generated by this highly responsible BAPCOR environmental sustainability initiative are more than significant. Additionally, BAPCOR says it is committed to reducing waste and increasing recycling activity. To achieve this important ESG strategy goal, the company has formed an alliance with Wasteflex, an organisation that assists BAPCOR by reducing the amount of waste that would normally be sent to landfill by optimising waste recycling. Other pillars of BAPCOR’s ESG strategy include ensuring the company’s many thousands of automotive aftermarket products are sourced from highly ethical suppliers; strong, highly effective and responsible corporate governance; and the company’s local community support across its entire footprint of over 1,100 stores, wholesale operations and automotive service centres across Australia, New Zealand and Thailand. According to BAPCOR Limited Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Darryl Abotomey, the establishment and actioning of BAPCOR’s detailed ESG strategy has been a highly rewarding process. “The time and resources that we have committed to establishing and effectively actioning BAPCOR’s ESG strategy have ensured highly positive changes to the way we view and understand our environmental, social and governance responsibilities,” Darryl said. “We have encouraged ownership of these responsibilities across our entire company to ensure that each pillar of our ESG strategy is clearly understood and actioned by our hardworking team members. “Being a part of the UN Global Compact ensures that each of our ESG strategy implementations are in line with world’s best practice for long term environmental sustainability, social responsibility and continued ethical business success.” For more from BAPCOR, visit www.bapcor.com.au
BENDIX EXTENDS ITS ENVIRONMENTAL CREDENTIALS
Partnering with Planet Ark’s Seedling Bank
Bendix has signed up as an official supporter of Planet Ark’s Seedling Bank, an initiative of Planet Ark’s flagship campaign, National Tree Day. The Seedling Bank provides funding for native seedlings to community groups and schools nationwide. As an official supporter of the Seedling Bank, Bendix is significantly extending its environmental credentials. Under the program, groups apply for funding to purchase native seedlings from local nurseries to help restore and enhance our unique Australian landscape with new native trees, scrubs and grasses across the country. Planet Ark is Australia’s leading not-for-profit environmental behaviour change organisation uniting governments, businesses, schools and individuals through positive environmental actions. Initiated in 1996, Planet Ark’s National Tree Day is Australia’s largest community tree-planting and nature care event. Planet Ark launched the Seedling Bank in 2019 to provide communities and organisations with access to native seedlings to plant as part of National Tree Day activities. So far, the program has awarded grants to 47 community and school groups providing them with access to 28,000 seedlings to be planted at sites across Australia. Bendix is now fully committed to the program as an official supporter. “The support we are providing to Planet Ark’s Seedling Bank along with a host of our other internal environmental initiatives we are undertaking, is an important part of our program and further strengthens our mission as a strong environmentally conscious company,” FMP Group (Australia) Pty Ltd (Bendix) General Manager, George Kyriakopoulos, said. “Planet Ark’s Seedling Bank is a program that we fully endorse in efforts to reduce carbon emissions and protect our endangered environment.” In 2019, Plant Ark’s National Tree Planting Day volunteers planted 701,000 trees across more than 2,100 planting sites nationally bringing the total number of trees planted through the program to more than 26 million since 1996. The Seedling Bank is a fantastic initiative to ensure that these numbers continue to grow. “We are thrilled to be bringing Bendix into the fold as an official supporter of Planet Ark’s Seedling Bank program,” National Tree Day Campaign Manager, Simone Horder, said. “With their support we will continue helping Australian communities around the country get native seedlings in the ground where they are needed most.” For more from Bendix, visit www.bendix.com.au
BRIDGESTONE ANNOUNCES UPDATED GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS
The company’s annual stability report outlines its sustainability initiatives
The Bridgestone Corporation has released its annual Sustainability Report with an update on its initiatives and progress toward the environmental goals of its ‘Milestone 2030.’ The report outlines the roadmap the company has for reaching its Milestone 2030 targets, including a 50 percent reduction in C02 emissions from its 2011 benchmark. The report detailed the steps that Bridgestone has taken over the past 12 months toward its sustainability goals, including becoming carbon neutral by 2050. The 2020-21 report features Bridgestone’s sustainability framework, which is in line with the Mid-Long Term Business Strategy Bridgestone announced last year. The report also includes some key achievements over the past year, including a 31 percent reduction in CO2 emissions and an increased uptake of renewable energy sources, which now account for around 11 percent of its global energy consumption. “In order to meet changing social needs, we are taking on the challenge of creating value for society, our customers and Bridgestone,” Bridgestone Global CEO and Representative Executive Officer, Shu Ishibashi, said. “The Group will also carry out a wide range of social contribution activities beyond our business domains, to foster trust with society and various stakeholders for further value co-creation.” The report also discusses the progress the company has made toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). “It is the role and responsibility of the Group to fulfill our responsibilities for the future, such as contributing to the achievement of SDGs with the mission of ‘Serving Society with Superior Quality’” Shu said. “We would like to invite all of our stakeholders to join us on our sustainability journey and believe this report is an important step as it promotes transparency and accountability.” Bridgestone’s goal is to provide social and customer value as a sustainable solutions company. Sustainability is an integral part of Bridgestone’s 30-year business plan, and the company has committed to integrating sustainability into its culture and operations around the world. For more information visit www.bridgestone.com.au/corporate/sustainability
INTO THE FUTURE
Bosch believes AioT, electromobility and green hydrogen are the way forward
Technology and Services supplier, Bosch, is combining the internet of things (IoT) with artificial intelligence (AI) and believes electromobility will allow it to develop new business opportunities on the back of the profound technological and ecological changes currently occurring. “Bosch came through the first year of the coronavirus pandemic well,” said Dr Volkmar Denner, the Chairman of the Board of Management of Robert Bosch GmbH, at the press conference to present the company’s 2020 annual report. “We are one of the winners in the transition to electromobility, and we are significantly expanding our software business by tying in artificial intelligence.” In powertrain technology, electromobility is establishing itself as Bosch’s core business. Dr Denner reported that the company is making heavy upfront investments in this area. Currently, Bosch sales revenue from electrical powertrain components is growing twice as fast as the market, at almost 40 percent. The aim is to increase annual sales fivefold by 2025 and to break even one year earlier. “Electromobility has long since ceased to be a bet on the future. Our upfront investments are now beginning to pay off,” Dr Denner said. Hydrogen megatrend: fuel-cell market worth billions
Bosch is also focusing on a growth market for the hydrogen megatrend: the company believes the market for green hydrogen in the EU will be worth almost 40 billion euros by 2030 – with annual growth rates of 65 percent. Fuel cells convert hydrogen into electricity, and Bosch is developing both stationary and mobile fuel-cell solutions. From 2021 to 2024, Bosch plans to invest one billion euros in fuel-cell technology. “Bosch is already H2-ready,” Dr Denner said. “The plan is to put 100 stationary fuel-cell plants into operation this year. They will supply electricity to users such as data centers, industrial manufacturers, and residential areas.” Bosch estimates that the market for mobile fuelcell components will be worth around 18 billion euros by the end of the decade and Dr Denner believes Bosch is in a good position here. “We have what it takes to be a leader in this market as well.” Bosch recently entered into a joint venture with China’s Qingling Motor Group to produce fuel-cell powertrains. A test fleet of 70 trucks is set to be on the roads before the end of this year. CO2 reduction at Bosch: along the entire value chain
Bosch is pressing ahead with its own climate action targets as planned. Now that the climateneutral status of the Bosch Group, with its more than 400 locations worldwide, has been certified, Bosch is giving concrete shape to its plans for what is known as Scope 3. By 2030, it aims to reduce carbon emissions by 15 percent from its 2018 level along its entire value chain, from suppliers to customers – a reduction of 67 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions. “Our efforts are sure to drive our product portfolio in the direction of energy efficiency or even technology change. In the future, a supplier’s or logistics provider’s carbon footprint will be one of the criteria for awarding new procurement contracts,” Dr Denner said. “In terms of mitigating global warming, this will pay off.” For more from Bosch, visit www.bosch.com.au
DAYCO AND PHYSIS PARTNER UP
The pair are working to develop world-class hybrid electric vehicle modules
Dayco – a leading engine products and drive systems manufacturer for the automotive, heavyduty, and industrial market segments – has entered a strategic partnership with Ningbo Physis Technology Co., Ltd. (Physis). Dayco explains that Physis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of world-class products and solutions for the fields of motion control and energy conversion. This partnership will allow further development of hybrid system solutions for light and heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers across the globe. Dayco’s system know-how and integration capabilities coupled with Physis’ capabilities in the field of motion control will allow the organisations to provide a highly optimised and efficient Dayco Hybrid Module (DHM), for P2 hybrid architecture electrifying both light and 84 heavy-duty hybrid vehicles as well as improving the system performance and reliability. “For more than a decade, Dayco has supplied components and sub-systems for BSG mild-hybrid powertrains, also known as P0 Architecture, that continuously improve fuel savings and reduce CO2 emissions while maintaining durability,” Dayco Executive Vice President of OE Sales and Business Development, Wouter Nijenhuis, said. “Together with Physis, Dayco continues to advance the electrification of vehicles. Our core product and R&D teams are laser-focused on system integration and delivering best-in-class hybrid electric drives that provide industry leading efficiency and performance. “We are committed to investing in research and development and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities to provide best in class and environmentally friendly technologies to our customers.” Modular, compact, and scalable, DHM electrifies an extensive line of both light and heavyduty hybrid vehicles with the end goal being electrification and hybridisation in the most efficient and sustainable manner. Dependent upon customer needs, there are unique solutions that meet exact specifications from low (48V) to high (800V) voltage solutions; and DHM can either be fully integrated or added as a bolt-on solution to existing powertrains. For more information, visit www.dayco.com
SUPERIOR TECHNOLOGY FOR MODERN DAY VEHICLES
Century says knowing what changes are happening in the industry is crucial for future-proofing any business
With rising global pressures for companies to take action on climate change and reduce CO2 emissions, vehicle manufacturers have been investing heavily on the research and development of battery monitoring systems, Idle Stop Start, Hybrid, Electric and Hydrogen vehicle technologies. Battery technology is constantly developing and changing at an astounding rate and stop start technology is no different, with a large number of vehicle manufacturers adopting stop start technology to improve vehicle fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions to satisfy global carbon emission targets. “Vehicles fitted with Idle Stop Start systems place unique demands on the battery and conventional batteries should not be used. In a conventional system the battery operates in a close to full state of charge, and starts the vehicle only a few times a day,” Century’s Australasia Marketing Manager, Andrew Bottoms, said. “In contrast Idle Stop Start batteries are often in a partial state of charge due to the multiple starts the vehicle endures during a journey and the charging duration in between engine on off modes. As such stop start batteries are designed to handle increased cycling and recharge faster and more efficiently. “With a conventional system, the engine starts approximately 750 times a year. In comparison, in a vehicle with an ISS system, the engine may have to start every one to two kilometres or roughly 17,500 times a year, so you can see the importance of using a battery that has been designed to handle these requirements. “Fitting a conventional battery in an ISS vehicle could potentially damage the electrical system and lead to early battery failure. With this in mind, when replacing a battery in an ISS vehicle it is vital that you use a like for like replacement – only replace an Enhanced Flooded Battery (EFB) with an EFB and Absorbed Glass Mat Battery (AGM) with an AGM Stop Start Battery. “The number of vehicles being introduced into the market place with ISS technology is still growing rapidly and we don’t foresee this trend slowing down anytime soon.” Century says its ISS Active and Hybrid battery range represents the latest in performance for vehicles with stop start or Micro Hybrid technology. It explains they are specially designed to meet or exceed the requirement of vehicles fitted with Idle Stop Start systems, providing fuel saving and reduced emission benefits. Century ISS Active AGM and EFB batteries incorporate innovative design features and are built from the finest raw materials to deliver superior cycling performance, rapid recharging between repeated engine starts, and the extra power required to run your vehicle’s on-board electrics whilst the engine is stopped. The Century Hybrid Auxiliary battery range is also available for hybrid vehicles, with Century explaining this range provides superior cycling performance and dependable auxiliary power to run the vehicle’s on-board electrics and computer management systems. The range has been designed from the ground up with an improved micro-cycling ability to enable the battery to recharge faster. Configuring battery management systems
With the introduction of C02 production control systems including Idle Stop Start, it is essential that vehicles have a battery of the correct type and specification installed. More importantly, several automotive manufacturers have introduced active energy management systems that require the replacement battery to be correctly configured to the vehicle following installation. This configuration is required because a brandnew replacement battery requires a very different charging strategy compared to the battery which has reached the end of its serviceable life. Applying the old charging strategy to a new battery could result in a loss of Stop Start system functionality, loss of vehicle system functionality, plus increased fuel usage and C02 emissions. Century says the configuration of these vehicle energy management systems can now be carried out simply and easily using the Century Yu-Fit battery configurator tool. The Yu-Fit tool can be used to configure the replacement battery to the vehicle’s active energy management system – informing the vehicle that a new battery of the correct type and performance has been installed. It will also inform the charging system of the new battery characteristics and ensure the correct charging strategy is applied right from the start. Century says configuring a vehicle with the YuFit tool following battery replacement will ensure the vehicle’s charging, energy management and system functionalities will perform as intended, and ensure your customer will receive the best possible performance from their battery purchase. The Century Yu-Fit tool comes pre-loaded with profiles for all common vehicle manufacturer make and models and receives regular updates to help keep pace with the latest changes to the Australian new car market – all by simply connecting the tool to your PC. Don’t leave your customers stranded – test every battery
In Australia, approximately 750,000 vehicles per year require a roadside battery replacement – and over 70 percent of these vehicles would have been in a service bay or retail outlet within the previous six months. Proactive battery testing using a handheld tester like the DHC BT521A from Century Yuasa provides an accurate on the spot test result in minutes. It can help identify suspect batteries before they fail and highlight problems with the vehicle’s starting and charging system. But more importantly, it helps your customers avoid the financial and emotional costs associated with a flat or faulty battery. For more information, contact your Century representative on 1300 362 287 or visit www.centurybatteries.com.au
INNOVATIVE E-ATV CONTRIBUTES TO SURVIVABILITY FOR THE ADF
The prototype was developed to meet strict requirements from the Australian Defence Force
A world-leading electric all-terrain vehicle (ATV) prototype providing enhanced stealth and manoeuvrability benefits for defence personnel has been developed by Melbourne-based electric vehicle conversion expert, EVolution Australia. Featuring independent wheel drive with maximum torque from standstill via a unique and custom designed tri-motor drivetrain, the e-ATV prototype was developed to meet strict requirements, primarily reduced noise and heat signature to mitigate risk of discovery while in the field. Individually powered wheels also enable greater manoeuvrability and an improved opportunity for moving away from threats, even if one wheel has been damaged by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). EVolution Australia worked with the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) to plan, design and build the prototype vehicle, which Director, Russ Shepherd, said is an industryleading outcome. “The e-ATV has been a challenging and highly experimental project that fulfills the client brief of enhanced survivability, while providing insight into the decarbonisation and deployment of electric defence vehicles as the transition to low-emission transport gathers pace,” Russ said. As independent wheel drive was unachievable with current hub motor technology, so the EVolution team designed a bespoke drive system utilising latest e-mobility componentry, with the aim of improving design over time. “This was enormously challenging as this type of design doesn’t exist anywhere in the world. It’s been a completely unique process that adapts components and technology to a one-of-a-kind electric vehicle,” Russ said. EVolution General Manager, Jack Puzin, said establishing strong supplier relationships had been integral to the success of the e-ATV. “Due to the unique design, it’s been exciting to align ourselves with local partners who share our vision and jump completely on-board with the seemingly impossible, despite demanding timelines,” Jack said.
THINKING AHEAD TO CONTRIBUTE TO ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
The Valeo Group’s innovation strategy aims at reducing CO2 emissions and enabling autonomous driving
The challenge for Valeo Service Africa and Overseas has been to reconcile increasing market demand and the need to reduce its impact on the environment, by reducing CO2 emissions through its direct deliveries offers, shortening distances and cutting packaging needs. Since 2017, Valeo says it has gone further by supporting Reforest’Action, whose mission is to conserve, restore and plant forests worldwide as part of a genuine, sustainable response to climate and biodiversity while interlinking them with local socio-economic issues. Forest restoration is vital for the future, as forests are the first land-based carbon sink, where 80 percent of land-based biodiversity is found, enabling 25 percent of the world population to meet their needs. By the end of 2021, with its new projects in the Ivory Coast, South Africa and Australia, Valeo Service Africa and Overseas will have contributed to the plantation of 15,200 trees. The new Australian project is located in the Northern Rivers region, New South Wales. Reforest’Action in partnership with Permaculture Design Action is creating a nurse forest on abandoned pastureland. Led by a new generation of on-the-ground farming communities, the project pursues environmental and social objectives. On the one hand, it aims to develop local biodiversity by planting more than fifty species (such as mango, jackfruit, lemon caviar, macadamia, ficus, eucalyptus, Australian red cedar), most of which are endemic. On the other hand, it will reportedly contribute to strengthening the intergenerational social link within a local farming community, through “In doing so, we preferenced Australian companies, but spoke to technology leaders all over the world to gather information. This enabled us to balance emobility technology with aesthetics and ergonomics, to deliver a driveable and fullyfunctional electric vehicle.” Interestingly for the EVolution team, the e-ATV used a mix of specialist skills and knowledge that move away from that of a traditional automotive mechanical workshop. “This future-focused project has highlighted to us the need to provide training and advice to the automotive sector, to prepare a new generation of e-mechanics,” Russ said. “We’re extremely proud of this rewarding outcome. The e-ATV is by far the coolest project we’ve worked on and we’re very grateful to the DSTG for partnering with our leading Australianowned conversion business in this exciting emerging sector.” For more information, visit www.evolutionaustralia.com.au
the plantations, long-term monitoring of the project and the training of groups from various backgrounds in agro ecological techniques. Valeo Service Africa and Overseas says that for its team, thinking ahead means understanding the fundamental trends of the market by creating the conditions for reasoned and shared growth in order to preserve the planet and give customers quality solutions – a process participating in the idea of sustainable economic development. For more information, visit www.reforestaction.com/valeo-service Image credit: Reforest’Action
ZF INTRODUCES ENERGY MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
This software offers higher energy efficiency and longer battery life for Electric Vehicles
The global technology company ZF has developed a new Energy Management System (EMS) software for the commercial vehicle market. The ZF EMS can control all auxiliary units such as air compressors, steering pumps and thermal management while also coordinating the energy requirements of the driveline. ZF says its software can reduce energy consumption per kilometer, which increases the range and potentially extends the battery’s service life. In addition to greater efficiency, ZF says there are also benefits related to maintenance, diagnosis and reduced battery costs. “Only such an integrative approach makes it possible to further increase the efficiency of electric vehicles,” said Winfried Gründler, who is responsible for E-Mobility in ZF‘s Commercial Vehicle Technology Division. “This illustrates the strategic importance that software expertise has for our Group strategy: Next Generation Mobility.” ZF currently offers the EMS ZF as an add-on to commercial vehicle electric drive systems already in volume production. ZF’s EMS also reportedly supports a faster launch to market of highly efficient all-electric commercial vehicles. ZF says that this software coordinates the correct start-up and availability and interaction of all components in the vehicle relevant for the flow of energy. This includes the battery’s state of charge, the electric drive, and all auxiliary units such as the compressor, DC/DC converter and heating. If the charging state of the battery decreases during a long trip, the EMS is able to lower the energy requirement priority of the auxiliary units to extend the range. The EMS can also take over charging management at the depot. Additionally, the software simplifies diagnostics since it is constantly checking the functional status of all consumables. “With our system, we are targeting bus and truck manufacturers unable to develop their own EMS or want to use them differently,” Winfried said. “Fleet owners such as transport authorities also benefit when only one partner assumes overall responsibility for the energy management of a vehicle.” For more information, visit www.zf.com/au or call 1800 ZF SALES (1800 93 72537).
HELLA AUSTRALIA: COMMITTED TO THE ENVIRONMENT
As an innovative family business, HELLA says it is committed to managing resources responsibly
At HELLA, “Ensuring Sustainability” is one of the corporate values. As an integral part of the corporate culture and a key responsibility, HELLA says continuous optimisation of the product offering, technologies, and processes is central to increasing environmental performance. HELLA says its products and technologies prove this every day. It explains that energy efficiency is assured through environmentally friendly design, while recycling requirements and material restrictions are also considered in the product development process. This means HELLA has a broad range of product solutions which not only contribute to making the roads safer but also are more efficient and with lower emissions. HELLA Australia says its commitment to the environment is proved by two things: its significant local sourcing from the HELLA New Zealand manufacturing plant and its focus on reducing waste through high quality, long lasting and energy efficient products. With New Zealand’s strong green credentials, sourcing parts there makes sense, says HELLA. The HELLA New Zealand manufacturing plant seeks to exceed requirements by maximising its environmental performance, protecting the environment, preventing pollution, minimising waste and avoiding adverse environmental impacts of its activities and products. This is reportedly achieved through operational excellence and creating innovative, long lasting and energy efficient products such as the DuraLED range of signal lamps. The DuraLED range is designed and manufactured to the philosophy of “Fit and Forget by Design.” Adopted by the HELLA New Zealand design team in 1998 when they designed and proudly manufactured the first DuraLED signal lamp for the commercial sector, today HELLA says it is the benchmark of durability which leads to less waste through replacement in service. New to the range, the new DuraLED Combi-SR is an adaptable five function lamp with Stop, Rear Position, Rear Direction Indicator, Reversing Lamp, which now incorporates a built-in retro reflector. Designed for both versatility and durability, it is 8mm shallower than its predecessor, thanks to the application of surface mounted device LED technology. With its additional Lifetime Warranty, HELLA says this innovative and highly flexible lamp helps to save energy and is built to last and able to withstand some of Australia’s harshest environments. For more information, visit www.hella.com.au
