Today's Magnet Industry News
Views: 11 Author: Site Editor Publish Time: 2024-06-21 Origin: Site
1. South Korea Produces First Rare Earth Permanent Magnet
South Korean firm Seonglim Advanced Industrial has completed its first production of rare earth permanent magnets at its Hyeonpung plant in North Gyeongsang Province. This is the country’s first facility of its kind, with an annual capacity of 1,000 tons, enough to meet the needs of approximately 500,000 electric vehicles. This development will significantly enhance South Korea's EV supply chain autonomy and reduce reliance on Chinese rare earth supplies (Argus Media).
2. MAHLE Launches New E-Bike Magnet Drive System
MAHLE SmartBike Systems has introduced its new X30 drive system, featuring a high-torque, lightweight permanent magnet hub motor. This innovation is set to enhance the performance of electric bicycles while maintaining their lightweight design, marking another significant advancement in the application of magnets in personal transportation (Magnetics Magazine).
These news highlights reflect significant developments in the global magnet production sector, particularly in enhancing autonomous supply capabilities for electric vehicles and defense applications.
