Table Of Contents
features
Electromechanical press monitors force and displacement for quality control.— Wolfgang Laux
Appliance Maker Clinches Stainless Steel Sheets
New technology enables integrator to transition from leak-testing air bag inflators to inspecting EV batteries.—Michael Scholl
New Tech Checks EV Batteries for Leaks
AGVs, AI and robots help a century-old company thrive in a competitive industry. — Austin Weber
Pella Opens a Window on Automation
Autonomous mobile robots eliminate the need for forklifts on the shop floor.—Teresa Fischer
Robots Automate Assembly at Machinery Factory
Software has reduced the time needed to perform cost estimates for airframe components by 75 percent.—John Sprovieri
Software Helps Lockheed Improve Cost Estimation
System ensures even distribution of conductive particles.—Melanie Spiethaler
System Dispenses Thermal Paste Without Bubbles
departments
Automotive Industry Prepares for Connected and Circular Economy — John Sprovieri
From the Editor
Chassis combines walking beam and belt transfer systems.—John Sprovieri
New & Noteworthy
Custom workstations improve ergonomics.—John Sprovieri
See It At The Show
Embodied AI ushers in a new robotics era.— Austin Weber
Assembly Lines
Gigacasting: The next big idea in automotive manufacturing? — Austin Weber
Focus on: Automotive Assembly
Interviews with leaders and innovators in product assembly.
Assembly Audible
Ad Index
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Staff
In-depth profiles of the latest assembly technology.
Products Spotlights
Penn State harnesses AI technology to improve laser welding quality.— Austin Weber
On Campus
Pella Corp. is a 100-year-old, family-owned company renowned for innovation. Several decades ago, it was one of the first nonautomotive manufacturers to embrace lean production principles. Today, Pella is investing in automation at its flagship factory to boost productivity and improve the quality of its windows and doors. This article provides a behind-the-scenes look at the initiative. Photo courtesy Pella Corp.
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