Research and Development

ZF is continually developing new solutions to meet the needs of customer at the global and local level. At the regional level ZF’s North American Headquarters and Technical Center in Northville Michigan provides customers with local support and expertise in conjunction with the global resources of ZF’s corporate and divisional development centers. The expertise of global division and local expertise of the region collaborate with their customers to provide the best solutions for today’s ever changing environment.

Cockpit

ZF Group North American Operations Technical Center Northville, MI

Key Figures
Established: 2000
Employees: 350
Size: 248,000 sqft

15811 Centennial Drive Northville, MI 48168
Phone: (734) 416-6200 Fax: (734) 416-8331

Technical Capabililties

Extensive ball joint & suspension link testing for friction/torque & axial/radial elasticity, wear, fatigue, and sealability.
The transmission test stands are capable of testing input & output power as well as de-coupling on a vast array of transmissions.
The axle road simulator performs tests using a loaded vehicle or RPC data to provide real world comparisons.
Control arm testing records load & displacement for maximum strength, as well as fatigue.
Elastomere testing incorporates all elements to provide static & dynamic characterization for rubber & rubber/metal components.
A temperature chamber is used to pre-condition dust seals & ball joints for testing.
An impact sled that performs current and future requirements for testing impact on ball studs, ball joints, and control arms.

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