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Also IN THIS ISSUE of ASSEMBLY E-news:
- Contract manufacturers eye solar panel market.
- Fiat buys Chrysler. |
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Navy Needs Displaced Automotive Engineers
By John Sprovieri
At a time when many companies are downsizing, the U.S. Navy's Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) continues to need midcareer employees--particularly engineers, scientists and skilled tradesmen. Positions are open at NAVSEA headquarters, and at shipyards and research centers across the country.
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 LISTA'S ECONOMICAL ARLINK® 8000 MODULAR WORKSTATION
Lista International Corporation presents the
Arlink® 8000 Modular Workstation System. Ergonomically designed, these modular workstations offer unlimited flexibility to accommodate user needs. Ideal for
assembly, computing environments, service, repair, research and technical work, Arlink® 8000 workstations can be assembled and reconfigured faster than other workstations, saving time and money. |
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 Check out ASSEMBLY magazine's new
online jobs page. Specifically tailored for those with careers in manufacturing and engineering, it is quick, easy and free. Companies that are hiring can also go online in search of talent. |
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Fiat Buys Chrysler
AUBURN HILLS, MI--Fiat has bought Chrysler LLC, making it the world's sixth-largest carmaker.
Contract Manufacturers Staking Out Solar Market
SAN JOSE, CA--Consumer electronics manufacturers are switching from PCs and cell phones to solar panels, as they adapt to a changing marketplace.
GM Opens Battery Lab
WARREN, MI--General Motors Corp. has opening a new lab to help it develop a new generation of electric-powered vehicles.
House OKs up to $4,500 for Old Cars
WASHINGTON--The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a plan to give $4,500 to owners of old gas-guzzlers to help boost new vehicle sales. |
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 Detect Smallest Leaks and Industry Best Warranty
The
SmartTest™ portable helium leak detector is simple to operate, rugged and easy to use. SmartTest™ comes with a user selected backing pump to match any application and with vacuum and sniffer standard operating modes. SmartTest™ provides the smallest detectable leak rate for helium: 5 x 10-12
mbar l/s, the highest possible inlet pressure of 25 mbar and permits the user to begin testing sooner after startup. It is designed with an integrated test leak for self-calibration, a convenient work surface and an optional rugged hand held remote control.
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 Robots For Rent
A new rental program allows companies in need of automation, but with no short-term capital expenditure plans, to acquire systems they might not otherwise be able to afford. Dispensing robots can be used in a wide variety of applications, including those in the automotive, electronics, medical manufacturing and energy industries. For more information, visit I&J Fisnar Inc. at www.ijfisnar.com.
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 Dispense Onto Large Surfaces
The Panel Master can be used to accurately dispense epoxies, sealants and other liquids onto large, flat surfaces. It can be configured with a thru-feed roller conveyor, complete with stops, sensors and locators, for easy integration into an automated production line. The system features the latest embedded control technology, requiring no PC for operation. Dispensing paths can be taught on the machine, entered via the user interface panel or imported from a CAD file. For more information, visit Dispense Works Inc. at
www.dispenseworks.com. |
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 Assemble Framing, Conveyors with Ease
The new Quick-Set dovetail fastening system permits rapid, uncomplicated assembly of all Montech framing and conveyor products, and foregoes the need for any machining of the profile ends. A variety of mounting options can be created using less than a dozen base elements. All Quick-Set-connections are vibration-proof and robust enough for even the most demanding applications. Clamping connections leave no drill holes, so profiles can be reused. For more information, visit Montech AG at
www.montech.com. |
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June 22-26
NPE2009 Plastics & Elastomers Exposition
Society of the Plastics Industry Inc.
McCormick Place, Chicago
www.npe.org
Sept. 22-24
Assembly Technology Expo
Canon Communications LLC
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago
www.atexpo.com
Sept. 22-24
Quality Expo
Canon Communications LLC
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago
www.qualityexpo.com |
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