Articles by John Sprovieri

Machine Vision: Troubleshooting Vision Systems

December 22, 2010
If a vision system isn’t working optimally, engineers should check for mechanical, electrical and optical problems.
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Dispensing Shines in Solar Assembly

December 22, 2010
Dispensing technology plays a vital role in the assembly of solar cells and panels.
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Wire Processing: Crimping Connections

December 22, 2010
Presses for terminating wires have benefited dramatically from advancements in electronic control technology.
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The Editorial: An Epiphany for GE

December 21, 2010
Jeffrey R. Immelt, chairman and CEO of General Electric, now believes that his company must rely more on manufacturing and less on financial services. We could not agree more.
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AATExpo: In With the New

November 22, 2010
Suppliers displayed a wide array of new technologies at this year’s Assembly and Automation Technology Expo.
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The Editorial: Protecting Consumers at the Expense of Manufacturers

November 22, 2010
Small and midsized manufacturers are burdened by one-size-fits-all provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act.

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Special Report: The Assembly Top 50

October 25, 2010
Although the recession hit manufacturers hard last year, a few companies proved there was still money to made.
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The Editorial: Where Will Your Next Innovation Come From?

October 25, 2010
Perhaps the most troubling trend to emerge from our annual Assembly Top 50 report is a sharp decline in R&D spending among the country's leading manufacturers.
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Dispensing: Perfecting the Potting Process

October 4, 2010
There’s more to the potting process than simply pouring a liquid resin onto an assembly. To learn more, we spoke with Matthew Griffin, an engineer with Scheugenpflug Inc. USA in Kennesaw, GA.
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Robotics: Delta Robots Change the Game

October 1, 2010
Delta robots excel at picking and placing simple parts at high speeds.
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