Federal-Mogul Motorparts Receives U.S. Patent for Design, Construction of Innovative MOOG® Ball Joints

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 22, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Federal-Mogul Motorparts, a division of Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML), has been awarded a U.S. patent covering innovative improvements to the design and construction of the MOOG® brand’s Problem Solver ball joints for vehicles equipped with compression-loaded suspensions. The automotive service industry’s leading source of high-quality steering and suspension products that meet or exceed original equipment specifications, the MOOG brand now holds 47 U.S. patents.

Federal-Mogul Motorparts engineers Pete Rauch (l) and Glen Parker (r) are the inventors of a MOOG Problem Solver ball joint design and construction that recently earned a U.S. patent.

“Innovation is a continuous process for MOOG product engineers,” said Richard Harvey, engineering director, steering and suspension products, Federal-Mogul Motorparts. “Our latest ball joint design improves on a well-established MOOG technology that already outperformed OE equivalents. Our engineering team never stops exploring new ways to help MOOG customers extend their quality and performance advantage within the repair market.”

The new patent, U.S. 9,291,195 B1, covers a multi-piece bearing system that extends the life of MOOG Problem Solver ball joints operating under high rotational load conditions for many late-model light trucks, Jeeps and SUVs equipped with compression-loaded suspensions. These vehicles utilize twin I-beam or solid axles. Original equipment-style upper and lower ball joints for many of these applications can bind – causing potentially severe steering returnability issues – if proper torque sequences are not followed during installation.

In addition to the technology covered by the latest patent in the MOOG portfolio, MOOG Problem Solver ball joints feature another innovative design that permits sufficient upper bearing movement even in cases when fasteners are not torqued in proper sequence. Also unique to this patent pending design is a precisely engineered knurl on the outside of the ball joint housing that helps correct for damage to the control arm or I-beam mounting hole. An oversized or misshapen mounting hole – common in repair situations – can permit excessive movement of OE-style parts, resulting in steering wander and/or abnormal tire wear. This design helps ensure a secure, interference fit for precise steering and handling.

The new MOOG Problem Solver ball joint also includes yet another unique patent pending feature, a pre-installed integral dust boot with an encapsulated Belleville washer. This design helps maintain an effective seal throughout the life of the part.

To learn more about these and other innovative MOOG products, visit www.MOOGParts.com.

About Federal-Mogul

Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML) is a leading global supplier of products and services to the world’s manufacturers and servicers of vehicles and equipment in the automotive, light, medium and heavy-duty commercial, marine, rail, aerospace, power generation and industrial markets. The company’s products and services enable improved fuel economy, reduced emissions and enhanced vehicle safety.

Federal-Mogul operates two independent business divisions, each with a chief executive officer reporting to Federal-Mogul's Board of Directors.

Federal-Mogul Motorparts sells and distributes a broad portfolio of products through more than 20 of the world’s most recognized brands in the global vehicle aftermarket, while also serving original equipment vehicle manufacturers with products including braking, wipers and a range of chassis components.  The company’s aftermarket brands include ANCO® wiper blades; Champion® spark plugs, wipers and filters; AE®, Fel-Pro®, FP Diesel®, Goetze®, Glyco®, Nüral®, Payen® and Sealed Power® engine products; MOOG® chassis components; and Ferodo®, Jurid® and Wagner® brake products.

Federal-Mogul Powertrain designs and manufactures original equipment powertrain components and systems protection products for automotive, heavy-duty, industrial and transport applications.

Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899 and maintains its worldwide headquarters in Southfield, Michigan. The Company has more than 53,000 employees globally. For more information, please visit www.FMMotorparts.com.

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CONTACT:
Drew Shippy (Pinnacle Media) – 330.688.3500
[email protected]

Gary Mason (Federal-Mogul Motorparts) – 248.354.9846
[email protected]

Source: Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation

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