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Will Motorized Shoes Become Fashionable on the Plant Floor?

January 30, 2012

By Austin Weber

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In the future, plant managers may want to invest in motorized shoes. At the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, an entrepreneur unveiled battery-powered skates that strap onto shoes.

A Classy Way to Honor Veterans

November 11, 2011

By Austin Weber

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The 2011 Assembly Plant of the Year honors veterans with state-of-the-art technology. It recently installed a large digital photo frame in its atrium.

Happy Birthday, Chevy

November 1, 2011

By Austin Weber

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As Chevrolet celebrates its centennial this week, much of the hoopla is focusing on its unique contribution to pop culture. But, Chevy also deserves recognition for its manufacturing heritage.

To Infinity and Beyond . . . Via the Assembly Line

September 23, 2011

By Austin Weber

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The Spaceship Co. just opened a "factory for the final frontier" in California’s Mohave Desert.

Is the South the Best Spot for New Assembly Plants?

August 24, 2011

By Austin Weber

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Despite conventional wisdom that the South is the "best" place for manufacturing in the United States, the Northeast and West appear to be more cost-efficient locations.

Elektro-A Robotic Pioneer

July 20, 2011

By Austin Weber

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A humanoid robot named Elektro was the star of the Westinghouse pavilion at the 1939 New York World’s Fair. Compared to the whiz-bang technology being developed by today's engineers, Elektro is quite primitive. But, he’s a bona fide robotic pioneer.

Burgers, Shakes, Fries and Fasteners

May 26, 2011

By Austin Weber

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What do fast-food restaurants have in common with assembly lines? More than you might think.

High-Tech Wire Debuts at Milwaukee Show

May 19, 2011

By Austin Weber

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The National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo features some cutting-edge technology recently developed for aerospace, military and medical device applications.

Bright Days Are Ahead for U.S. Manufacturers

May 5, 2011

By Austin Weber

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Within the next five years, the United States will experience a "manufacturing renaissance" as the wage gap with China shrinks and certain U.S. states become some of the cheapest locations for manufacturing in the developed world.

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