Home » Authors » Austin Weber

Austin Weber

Austin has been senior editor for ASSEMBLY Magazine since September 1999. He has more than 21 years of b-to-b publishing experience and has written about a wide variety of manufacturing and engineering topics. Austin is a graduate of the University of Michigan.

Articles

ARTICLES

Trucks Go on a Diet

Austin Weber

August 1, 2012

Engineers are hungry for aluminum, composites and other lightweight materials.

Reshoring Trend Will Continue

Austin Weber

July 3, 2012

A number of economic forces are starting to favor the manufacturing of certain goods in the United States.

Reshoring Buoys Optimism

Austin Weber

July 2, 2012

Assemblers are ready for a manufacturing renaissance.

Big Three Explore Aluminum Wiring Pros and Cons

Austin Weber

July 2, 2012

Engineers must address six challenges before aluminum use in vehicles will surpass copper.

Lean Plant Lifts Rolls-Royce

Austin Weber

July 2, 2012

A dedicated factory assembles an innovative device.

On Campus: Clemson Rolls Into the Automotive R&D Spotlight

Austin Weber

July 2, 2012

In less than a decade, Clemson University’s International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR) has become a driving force in motor vehicle research and development.

Big 3 Explore Aluminum Wiring Pros and Cons

Austin Weber

May 25, 2012

The North American auto industry is beginning to convert to aluminum wiring, as engineers focus on cutting costs and reducing vehicle weight.

Austin Weber

May 22, 2012

During our 2nd annual Tech ManufactureXPO online trade show, which was held earlier this month, Jack McDougle, outlined some of the key challenges facing American manufacturers today during his keynote presentation.

Comeback of the American Fastener?

Austin Weber

May 1, 2012

Reshoring will increase demand for American-made screws, nuts and bolts.

Leak Testing Large Castings

Austin Weber

May 1, 2012

Porosity and sealing affect engine blocks, wheels and other big auto parts.

View All Articles by Austin Weber

Governors Urge End to Boeing Strike

Boeing to Lay Off 17,000 Workers Amid Financial Struggles

Cobots vs. People: Which Is Best?

Events

April 16, 2025

The ASSEMBLY Show South

Returning for its third year, The ASSEMBLY Show South is the premier event for assembly technology, featuring expert-led sessions, product demos, and valuable networking opportunities—all in the heart of Nashville’s thriving manufacturing hub.