JULY 2022
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FEATURES
New Technology for Bonding Automotive Displays
Next-generation interiors demand adhesives that provide optical clarity, structural integrity and thermal interface.—Austin Weber
Fastener Case Studies
These success stories show why screws, pins, rivets, inserts and specialty nuts are among manufacturers’ favorite fasteners for assembling products.—Jim Camillo
Conveyor Case Studies
With the right conveyor, manufacturers can greatly improve their assembly, part feeding and packaging processes.—Jim Camillo
Better Bikes With 3D Printing
Simulation and analysis software improves 3D-printed structures for Urwahn Bikes.—Charlie Vinopal
ABOUT THE COVER
About the cover: Engineers are designing larger, curved and free-form automotive displays. They want to increase functionality, while simultaneously creating lighter, thinner displays. All of that poses a challenge for assembly. New adhesives are promising to make the job faster, easier and more reliable. Photo courtesy General Motors
July 2022