Tag Archives: UHSS

The Fifth generation of the BMW 3-Series is what is currently on the road with a model run from 2005-2011.  The Six Generation is due out in 2012. The  B-pillars are reinforced with a tubular structure throughout the B-pillars for added strength.  The tubular reinforcement is ...

The Body Structure of the 2011 Honda CR-Z is made up with 45% high-strength steel (590 MPa or above).   2011 Honda CR-Z Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure     Most likely you looked at the image above and ...

General Motors (GM) has set a new bench mark for US automakers and all foreign automaker.  General Motors has been very proactive with training First Responders on the 2011 Chevrolet Volt.  There is an awareness training program that is visiting ...

The body structure of the 2011 Hyundai Genesis is made from an Ultra High Strength Steel (UHSS) uni-body.  This is the first line of defense for the passengers inside the Genesis’s cabin.  Hyundai has engineered advanced crumple zones to absorb and redirect forces ...

The Detroit News has an article today about GM’s plan to offer training to first responders.  I spoke with Ron Moore last month from Firehouse.com’s University of Extrication and he told me that he recently visited the GM proving grounds ...

Real quick look at the 2010 Volvo V60 Body Structure and Safety Cage.

There are many different brands of extrication tools on the market.  Which one is the best?  In my mind the one that works for your department’s needs and budget.  Fire Service Specification & Supply, or FS3 is a dealer that specializes in ...

The Ford Kuga has a high amount of Ultra High Strength Steel (UHSS) that makes up the rigid and lightweight passenger cell. There are defined crush zones that work with the UHSS to maintain the passenger cell during a crash. ...

The Cayenne body is a study in advanced high-strength steels. The body is primarily high-strength steel, though the outer quarter panel and rear floor pan are mild steel and the hood and door window frames are aluminum. UHSS is used ...

The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain are packed full of UHSS and Dual Phase Steel.   4.  A-Pillar and Roof Rail Reinforcement – Dual Phase Steel 10. Center Reinforcement Pillar Replacement – Dual Phase Steel 13. Side Door Impact Beams – ...