EVANSVILLE, IN—Systems integrator Evana Automation has shipped two lean assembly cells to an automotive electronics manufacturer. The cells include equipment for labeling, screwdriving and connector installation.

Producing high-quality microelectronics requires efficient and accurate handling of components throughout the assembly process.

Utility companies hate blackouts and electrical system damage even more than their customers do.

WALTHAM, MA—A123 Systems LLC will invest $200 million to double capacity at three of its global manufacturing plants, including two in Michigan.

PORTAGE, IN—Fronius USA has invested more than $1.5 million in its assembly plant here to make inverters for solar power.

DONGGUAN, China—Shenzhen Everwin Precision Technology Co., a manufacturer of connectors and other electronics components, is building a new factory here that will use only robots for production. The factory will initially be equipped with 1,000 robots, with the aim of reducing the current workforce of 1,800 to about 200.

Manufacturers increasingly rely on press-fit pins and connectors to quickly assemble simple and complex PCBs.

Curing adhesives with heat can reduce cycle times and boost throughput.

Part of the Bosch Group since 1951, Bosch India Ltd. is India’s largest manufacturer of automotive components, such as fuel injection systems, electronics and aftermarket products.

Electronics manufacturing services (EMS) customers have always demanded high-quality work and scheduling flexibility from their providers.