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features
Robotic assembly of steel pool panels helps Latham Pools control costs and labor challenges.—Debra Schug
Pool Manufacturer Dives into Automation
Kaizen is a key tool for creating a culture of continuous improvement.—Ranjith Rajendran
Kaizen Unlocks Hidden Value in Manufacturing
An assembly process that once required seven people now needs just two.—John Sprovieri
Robots Automate Assembly of Brake Component
Digital ecosystem provides systematic controls for work instructions, change management and data collection.—Paul Day
MES Helps Battery Maker Achieve ISO 9001 Certification
A flexible, adaptive gripper accommodates high-mix, low-volume production.—Linnea Bruce
Cobot Boosts Output by 33 Percent
A trio of robots perform drilling, dispensing and riveting operations.—John Sprovieri
Robots Coordinate for Aerospace Assembly
New materials enable new applications for an old joining process.—Austin Weber
What’s New With Clinching
About the cover
New technology is enabling robots to perform fastening and other tasks while parts are moving on the line. That reduces cycle time and saves the cost of clamps, stops and fixtures to hold parts still while the robot works. Read all about it in this month’s cover story. Photo courtesy InBolt
departments
NAM Proposes ‘Manufacturing Investment Accelerator.— John Sprovieri
From the Editor
New adhesives are made from bio-based materials.—John Sprovieri
New & Noteworthy
Robotic cell automates screwdriving process.—John Sprovieri
See It At The Show
New technology enables better human-robot collaboration.—Austin Weber
Assembly Lines
Nissan assembly plant rolls with the changes.—Austin Weber
Focus on: Robotics
Interviews with leaders and innovators in product assembly.
Assembly Audible
Ad Index
Sourcebook Premium Sponsorship
Staff
Artificial intelligence helps make titanium more useful.—Austin Weber
