John Sprovieri

On Oct. 1, longshoremen went on strike for the first time in nearly 50 years. The main sticking point was, of course, money. Also high on the list of issues is the use of automation in the ports and its impact on jobs.

All electric motors generate substantial heat during operation. Managing that heat is critical for the reliability, performance and longevity of the motor. Thermally conductive adhesives are one tool for doing just that.

Automotive manufacturers are using the technology to inspect battery compartments and other safety-critical assemblies.

Digital work instructions ensure error-proof fastening of safety-critical joints.

With the election in the rearview mirror, assemblers are poised to invest in their operations again.

These new products will increase accuracy and efficiency in your motion control system.

The presses stamp out 17 million parts annually with an accuracy of ±0.1 millimeter.

The Series 2 digital force gauges from Mark-10 Corp. are designed for basic tension and compression force testing applications up to 500 pounds.

A cordless nutrunner and a robotic screwdriving system are among several new fastening technologies worth your attention.

A rotating blade, which precisely follows the surface of the jacket, ensures precise radial slitting of the jacket.