Li Auto and Germany-based Arnold Group celebrated the official launch of their jointly developed sealing FDS&REW technology in Beijing today, marking a significant milestone in automotive innovation.
At the signing ceremony, Liao Mengjun, Vice President of R&D at Li Auto, stated, "Li Auto is committed to delivering safer, more comfortable, convenient, and refined mobility experiences for our end users. Our collaboration with Arnold dates back to the development of our groundbreaking MEGA model. The sealing FDS/REW technology we co-developed not only achieves breakthroughs in high-strength material bonding and sealing but also establishes an innovative model of 'jointly defining technical standards' between automakers and key suppliers."
Reiner Haberstock, the General Manager of Arnold Group, added, "Arnold and Li Auto have been collaborating since 2016. Over the past years,automotive industry has faced numerous challenges. But we have overcome obstacles and explored new possibilities for synergy and innovation, creating a mutually beneficial partnership."
Arnold Group, headquartered in Ernsbach, Germany, was founded in 1898 and specializes in the R&D and manufacturing of fasteners and cold forming Parts for the automotive and electrical industries. The company is leading in smart fastening solutions and highly complex extruded parts. In May 2007, Arnold Fasteners (Shenyang) Co., Ltd. was established in Shenyang, China, focusing on three key solutions: fastening systems, fastener technology, and precision cold forming parts, with 90% of its clients coming from the automotive sector.
The new sealing FDS&REW technology underscores both companies' commitment to advancing automotive manufacturing standards through cutting-edge innovation.
