Jl French

J.L. French Automotive Castings, Inc. is a leading global supplier of high-pressure die cast (HPDC) aluminum driveline and powertrain components to a variety of world-class customers in the transportation industry. The Company supplies a diverse line of large, complex products, including engine blocks, transmission cases, transfer cases, bedplates, front covers and oil pans, directly to blue-chip OEMs including Ford, GM, Hyundai and Chrysler and to Tier 1 suppliers including GFT and Magna. Operating from six vertically integrated facilities located throughout North America, Europe and Asia, J.L. French’s market position is enhanced by: Superior technical and manufacturing capabilities, including proprietary production processes, which maximize product quality and minimize key metrics such as production cycle times Proven process development practices and process controls necessary to efficiently operate high tonnage die casting machines critical to the manufacture of engine blocks and transmission cases Vertical integration from aluminum smelting through machining, assembly and testing – delivering maximum flexibility in cost management and product pricing capabilities Flexible and dedicated workforce, that provides optimal cooperation and stability Entrenched long-term customer relationships built on superior critical OEM metrics such as product quality, on-time product delivery, launch history and overall value J.L. French’s customers increasingly look to the Company to produce the highest quality mission-critical aluminum components, allowing them to significantly reduce vehicle weight and meet increasingly restrictive fuel consumption requirements. J.L. French employees over 1,900 employees.