Johnson Controls participates in European laser technology project LASHARE / Supplier is part of the project steering committee

Burscheid, Germany (ots) - Johnson Controls, a global
multi-industrial company with established core businesses in the
automotive, building and energy storage industries, is a participant
in the laser technology project LASHARE, funded by the European
Union. As an industry partner, the company is part of 14 "laser based
equipment assessments" which aims to develop a laser-assisted roll
forming process for sheet metal processing. Andreas Dannheisig,
manager new technologies at Johnson Controls Automotive Seating, is
also a member of the steering committee for the overall project.

"Johnson Controls is working continuously on developing new
production processes. Laser technology offers numerous opportunities
to expand process capacities and optimize material properties," said
Andreas Eppinger, group vice president technology management at
Johnson Controls Automotive Seating. "LASHARE offers great
opportunities to develop a new production process and to cooperate
with laser experts from science and the corporate world."

Within the scope of LASHARE, Johnson Controls is working on the
laser-assisted roll forming process with the Spanish technology
center AIMEN and Spanish laser technology manufacturer MONOCROM. The
partners are developing this roll-forming process for steel rear-
seat structures to reduce material cost and weight while enhancing
the formability of steel. In Johnson Controls' metals plant in
Hilchenbach, Germany, they are setting up a test production process
with this new technology.

Approximately 30 companies and six leading laser technology
institutes from across Europe are participating in LASHARE with 14
laser-based equipment assessments under the leadership of the
Frauenhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT in Aachen. The
project's goal is not only to identify innovations in laser
technology, but also to bring together companies and institutions
involved in this field across Europe.

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial
leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. Our 170,000
employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize
energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid
automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric
vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles. Our commitment to
sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of
the first electric room thermostat. Through our growth strategies and
by increasing market share we are committed to delivering value to
shareholders and making our customers successful.

About Johnson Controls Automotive Experience

Johnson Controls is a global leader in automotive seating,
overhead systems, door and instrument panels, and interior
electronics. We support all major automakers in the differentiation
of their vehicles through our products, technologies and advanced
manufacturing capabilities. With 240 locations worldwide, we are
where our customers need us to be. Consumers have enjoyed the comfort
and style of our products, from single components to complete
interiors. With our global capability we supply approximately 50
million cars per year.

For more information, please contact:
Johnson Controls GmbH
Automotive Seating
Industriestraße 20-30
51399 Burscheid
Germany

Oliver Herkert
Tel.: +49 2174 65-4348
E-Mail: oliver.herkert@jci.com

Internet: www.johnsoncontrols.co.uk
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