Silicon Investor (SI) -- The First Internet Community

STOCKTALK

We've detected that you're using an ad content blocking browser plug-in or feature. Ads provide a critical source of revenue to the continued operation of Silicon Investor. We ask that you disable ad blocking while on Silicon Investor in the best interests of our community. If you are not using an ad blocker but are still receiving this message, make sure your browser's tracking protection is set to the 'standard' level.

Non-Tech : Delphi Automotive Systems (DPH) -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: CH4 who wrote (241)	4/23/2001 2:58:11 PM
From: JakeStraw	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 397

Delphi Connection Systems Stakes Claim As 4th Largest Global Connector Supplier biz.yahoo.com TROY, Mich., April 23 /PRNewswire Interactive News Release/ -- Delphi Connection Systems debuts today as the fourth largest global supplier of connectors. A business group within Delphi Automotive Systems (NYSE: DPH - news), the unit's charge is to design, manufacture and sell connectors into the rapidly growing datacom, telecom and automotive markets. (Photo: newscom.com ) ``Our perspective of the connector business is broadening,'' said Kevin Heigel, Delphi Connection Systems business line executive. ``We are the leading supplier of automotive connectors and connection systems, and we recognize that we are highly competitive in the telecom and datacom markets.'' Delphi will put its global manufacturing and engineering expertise behind this growing business by combining it with the datacom, telecom and military expertise of its Packard-Hughes Interconnect subsidiary. The company will offer an array of connectors and leverage the expertise from years of designing and manufacturing connectors for automotive and military markets. Delphi already has invested in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, specifically with the global connector business in mind. ``Delphi is putting a lot of energy and resources into new markets,'' said James Spencer, Delphi Packard Electric Systems president. ``Our focus will be on enriching our technologies and product offerings, and utilizing our global, state-of-the-art manufacturing to ensure immediate response to the dynamic connector marketplace.'' Delphi Connection Systems engineers, manufactures and tests a comprehensive line of interconnect products including high-density, rugged fiber optic and electrical/electronic connection systems; Gold Dot connectors; electronic assemblies; flexible circuits and smart connectors. It provides comprehensive product solutions to complex customer needs. Delphi has manufacturing facilities and customer service centers in the U.S., Europe and Asia. To learn more about Delphi Connection Systems, log onto delphiconnect.com . For more information about Delphi Automotive Systems, visit Delphi's Virtual Press Room at delphiauto.com .

To: CH4 who wrote (241)	5/14/2001 12:17:11 PM
From: JakeStraw	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 397

Delphi and TotalFinaElf Partner to Further Advance Fuel Cell Technology biz.yahoo.com PARIS, May 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Delphi Automotive Systems (NYSE: DPH - news) is continuing its pursuit of advanced fuel cell development for automotive and non-automotive applications, and today announced a co-development agreement with TotalFinaElf to collaborate on the research and testing of fuel cell technologies and fuel reformation. The goal of the partnership is to better understand the impact of fuel composition and additives on the performance of fuel reforming devices. (Photo: newscom.com ) The co-development agreement began April 9, 2001. Research and testing will take place at Delphi's Rochester, N.Y. technical center and at TotalFinaElf's European facilities. ``The agreement with TotalFinaElf provides Delphi with significant support in terms of testing and technical knowledge of fuel sources and fluid options,'' said Guy C. Hachey, president, Delphi Energy & Chassis Systems. ``Our expertise in solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) technology and TotalFinaElf's expertise in the refining and marketing of fuel products and additives will lead to discovery and development that will benefit both organizations,'' said Hachey. ``This cooperation is a unique opportunity for both companies to evaluate the potential of a wide spectrum of products, in relation to the development of SOFC technology for both mobile and stationary applications,'' said Daniel Le-Breton, director for the fuel cells application program at TotalFinaElf. Studies will focus initially on the use of gasoline, then diesel, followed by domestic heating oil and liquid petroleum gas. The fuel cell arena holds great promise for automotive and non-automotive applications. ``Solid oxide fuel cells used as a vehicle's auxiliary power unit could generate electrical energy for a wide range of potential vehicle systems and provide electrical replacements for existing mechanically driven sub-systems, such as the air conditioning and water pumps,'' said Jean Botti, Delphi's European director of engineering and director of Delphi's Customer Solution Center. ``The SOFC allows these technologies to be operated more efficiently and provides a much higher level of control. Fuel cells used as distributive power sources could, for example, supplement existing utility infrastructures in residential areas, hospitals or industrial areas,'' Botti added. ``Solid oxide fuel cells can convert a mixture of hydrogen and carbon monoxide directly into electricity with high efficiency. In the long term they will enable customers to make a better use of a variety of fuels and energy sources thus contributing to a more sustainable energy system,'' said Georges Dupont-Roc, chief officer for sustainable development at TotalFinaElf. ``We are delighted to work together with Delphi in meeting this challenge. They have fantastic capabilities for developing, packaging and mass manufacturing this equipment at a competitive price,'' he added. TotalFinaElf is one of the leading oil companies in the world. With operations in more than 100 countries, the Group's activities span all aspects of the energy industry from Upstream -- oil and gas exploration and production -- to Downstream -- refining and marketing of refined products as well as international trading in both crude and refined products. Through Atofina, the Group is also a major player in the chemicals business. For more information about Delphi Automotive Systems, visit Delphi's Virtual Press Room at delphiauto.com .