From Multispot Welding to Limiting Soot: Tips for Optimal Laser Joins September 28, 2018 In our May webinar titled “Lasers in Manufacturing: State of the Art in 2018,” we noted the emergence of some novel technologies to produce the “holy grail” of laser welding: spatter-free joins with no porosity and, when required, highly aesthetic outcomes.
Software, Quality Inspection Deliver Auto Parts Safety September 4, 2018 Although drivers may not know it, cable connections for the airbags and seatbelt buckle systems in their vehicle simply would not work without components manufactured by ODW-Elektrik. A development partner and supplier for high-quality cabling, solenoids and mechatronic systems used in vehicles around the world, ODW-Elektrik supplies most of its products to Bosch, Autoliv, Brose, VW, and ZF.
Cobot Fuels Plastics Manufacturer’s Growth September 4, 2018 Step inside Pride Solutions LLC’s bustling shop floor in Hutchinson, MN, and you’ll see a shiny new CNC lathe turning out tube after tube of aluminum. While Pride’s machinists do more important things, a Universal Robot model UR10 collaborative robot (cobot) does the grunt work, loading and unloading the machine to keep up with high-volume orders.
Metrology, Product Design and the Next Revolution September 6, 2018 When I graduated with an engineering degree some decades ago, I learned that the organizations I was going to work for had internal communication problems. This was especially true for those that designed and manufactured complex machinery such as engines, aircraft, or automobiles.
FANUC Breaks Ground on Expansion November 1, 2022 FANUC America held a groundbreaking ceremony marking the start of construction of its new West Campus facility in Auburn Hills, Mich.
CT Data Analysis Enhances Aerospace Digital Collaboration December 2, 2022 Computed tomography (CT) scan data analysis can help trace failures and performance shortcomings back to their design roots.
Next-Gen Automotive Tech is Laser Focused October 25, 2022 DBG Canada Ltd. has teamed with Prima Power North America Inc. on advanced 3D-laser systems for its growing automotive business.
Humble Robots Power Cheer Pack's Factory Floor October 19, 2022 How one company takes advantage of robots.
Software to the Rescue: Solving Supply Chain Challenges January 16, 2024 Move from manual processes to automated solutions for smart manufacturing success
Arcamed Leverages Indiana Manufacturing Readiness Grant January 26, 2024 Case Study: Cobots help better serve customers and improve environment for workforce