Articles Tagged with ''manufacturing history''

Assembly line tools and production processes played an important behind-the-scenes role in the development of many of the most popular attractions at Disney theme parks.

WASHINGTON—In a move that harkens back to World War II, U.S. defense officials have held talks with Ford Motor Co. and General Motors about producing military equipment and weapons. 

When the GM Tech Center opened in 1956, its engineers were busy working on projects related to automatic transmissions, gas turbine engines and turbochargers. Today, the R&D facility's focus has shifted to artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles, batteries, connectivity, lightweight materials, power electronics, robotics and other topics.

Detroit’s No. 3 automaker had a topsy-turvy existence, with lots of highs and lows.

For decades, Chrysler was synonymous with innovation, pioneering automatic transmissions, hydraulic four-wheel brakes, streamlined bodies, supercharged engines and turbine power trains.

Factories and workers are celebrated in several U.S. locations.

AUBURN HILLS, MI—The Chrysler brand recently celebrated its 100th anniversary with a special employee gathering at its tech center here.

WASHINGTON—The United States Mint has issued a commemorative $1 coin that honors the moving assembly line.

Competitive market pressures forced Cat to adopt new technology and implement lean manufacturing processes.

During the last 100 years, Caterpillar has grown and prospered by subscribing to a unique philosophy of vertical integration, globalization, lean production processes, high quality products and state-of-the-art metal fabrication technology.