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The Right Connection
Cordless screwdrivers ensure ergonomics and torque control for German manufacturer of power distribution equipment.—Anthony Durand
FEATURES
Sensors for Working Safely With Robots
Human-robot collaboration is driving demand for new safety technology.—Austin Weber
New Materials, New Fasteners
As automakers replace steel with lightweight materials, new fasteners will replace conventional screws.—John Sprovieri
About the cover: A variety of laser scanners, light curtains, radar systems and other sensing technologies can help ensure safe interaction between people and robots. Photo courtesy Universal Robots
About the cover
SPECIAL INTERACTIVE SECTION:
Assembly Essentials
Manufacturing is an essential business. Luckily, those of us in manufacturing have known that from jump street. Read this special section for short reports from top suppliers of technology for assembly, test and inspection. Improving your operation isn’t optional, it’s essential.
June 2021
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