PRODUCTS TAPPET SHIM MECHANICAL TAPPETS The mechanical tappet serves two primary functions in the engine cylinder head. First, the tappet transmits the movement of the cam to the valve. Second, each tappet is designed to securely hold a metal shim. Metal shims are produced in varying thickness allowing engine manufacturer to precisely set the clearance between the cam and the valve. FEATURES Current market demand for high output, low noise, and fuel-efficient engines continues to drive the development for innovative products that can meet such requirements. To meet this challenge, OOZX USA produces an aluminum tappet. The aluminum tappet offers reduced weight over steel tappets and is coated with a special surface treatment for high abrasion resistance. TAPPET PROCESS CHARACTERISTICS •FUJI OOZX computerized production processes for mechanical aluminum tappets and powdered shims •Automatic cold forging process •Drop Bottom solution heat treating and aging furnace •State of the art tracking systems •Integrated thermal spray coating •Precision aging and metrology •Automatic packaging •In-process automated dimensional inspection PLANT OPERATION CHARACTERISTICS • Optimum layout for efficient production flow • Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) • World class parts per million (PPM) • Data driven principals • Team oriented continuous improvement • Emphasis on employee training and education • Environment for free exchange of ideas • 5 S principles