Controlled Tools Boost Output at Tractor Manufacturer Thomas Preuss January 2, 2024 Desoutter technology helps Kubota increase quality and streamline assembly processes.Read More
2023 Capital Spending Survey: Assemblers Continue to Invest John Sprovieri December 4, 2023 Despite inflation concerns and lingering supply chain issues, manufacturers are investing in their assembly operations.Read More
Threaded Inserts Enable Assembly of Plastic Furniture John Sprovieri November 30, 2023 Stainless steel fastener resists corrosive outdoor environment.Read More
Double-Sided Self-Pierce Riveting Rafael M. Afonso Ph.D. Luís M. Alves Ph.D. November 1, 2023 A new technique for self-pierce riveting shows promise for joining mixed-material assemblies for EVs.Read More
New Assembly Technique Produces Lightweight Aircraft Fuselages October 16, 2023 Engineers at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) have developed new materials and production methods to reduce the amount of aluminum used in airframes. Read More
New & Noteworthy Balancer Suspends Heavy Tools John Sprovieri October 5, 2023 The TW Series spring balancer suspends heavy tools through cable tension. Read More
Toyota Improves Engine Assembly Jun Nagata September 28, 2023 Enhancements aimed at reducing Toyota’s carbon footprint have also benefited screwdriving, ergonomics and quality.Read More
Automated System Boosts Output of Auto Parts John Sprovieri August 28, 2023 Cartesian gantry system feeds bolts, threaded bushings and support plates to injection molding machine.Read More
High-Tech Tools Ensure Quality at Battery Manufacturer CATL uses advanced fastening tools to error-proof assembly of EV batteries. John Sprovieri August 5, 2023 Since EV manufacturing is a relatively new industry, experienced assemblers are few and far between. Error-proofing technology is therefore critical to ensure quality and safety. Read More
AI Facilitates Robotic Assembly John Sprovieri July 9, 2023 A new control system enables robots to handle variance in shape, position, color and light conditions in the work space.Read More