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Tesla Develops Robot-Friendly Wiring Architecture

July 29, 2019

PALO ALTO, CA—Engineers at Tesla Inc. have developed a new wiring architecture that enables more robot automation in the manufacturing process and uses fewer materials.

How Well Do You Know Your Crimping Process?

Engineers need objective evidence to determine if their equipment and operators are producing quality terminations

Terry Curtis

July 22, 2019

Companies make countless decisions every day. There are micro decisions affecting short-term operations and macro decisions affecting the company's big picture over the long term.

Processing Thick Cables

Special equipment is needed to cut, strip and terminate large-diameter wire and cable

John Sprovieri

July 19, 2019

About 2 million electric vehicles were sold worldwide in 2018, a whopping 57 percent increase over 2017, according to consulting firm Research and Markets. Some 69 percent of those were battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and 31 percent were plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs).

Handheld Wire Crimping Tools

Automatic crimping systems may get the glamour, but handheld tools are the perfect choice when the project involves small to medium wire, limited production runs or tight working spaces

Jim Camillo

July 17, 2019

To the general public, the term handheld is synonymous with mobility. But, to assemblers of wire harnesses, the term also refers to tools that offer simplicity, reliability and accuracy.

Case Studies in Wire Harness Assembly

These success stories highlight the need to use the latest wire processing technology on the shop floor

John Sprovieri

April 17, 2019

Wire harness assembly doesn't get more complex or safety-critical than in the aerospace industry. A typical harness might contain thousands of wires and hundreds of connectors

Designing Aircraft Wire Harnesses 101

Engineers have many things to consider when designing wire harnesses for military aircraft.

John Ashour

April 17, 2019

So, you're a new engineer freshly out of college. You've been hired at a large OEM to design wire harnesses and wired box assemblies. Not having the proper training in college, you ask yourself, "Where do I start?" The possibilities are limitless.

Several harnesses are displayed in a glass case in the office.

IPC and WHMA Form Strategic Partnership

January 29, 2019

BANNOCKBURN, IL--IPC and the Wire Harness Manufacturer's Association (WHMA) have formed a strategic partnership.

Ink-Jets for Marking Wire

Ink-jet printers are a fast, flexible technology for marking wire

John Sprovieri

January 16, 2019

There are many ways to mark wire and cable. One of the most popular is ink-jet marking. The technology is fast, flexible, inexpensive and easy to maintain. This article reviews the latest developments in inks and ink-jet marking equipment.

Tape for Wire Harnesses

Tapes are a cost-effective method for protecting and bundling wire harnesses

Zoe Leduc

January 15, 2019

In a single year, millions of cars are manufactured worldwide. While the styles, parts and features may vary, every vehicle requires a wire harness. The harness connects the wiring throughout the vehicle, powering everything from power steering and headlights to in-dash displays and heated seats.

Harmonizing Global Standards for Wire Management Products Will Increase Innovation and Reduce Costs

January 14, 2019

Standards form a basis for product development by establishing consistent protocols that can be universally understood and adopted.

Governors Urge End to Boeing Strike

Boeing to Lay Off 17,000 Workers Amid Financial Struggles

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China Breaks Ground on Manufacturing Facility for Large-Scale Flying Car Production

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April 16, 2025

The ASSEMBLY Show South

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