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The ASSEMBLY Blog is written by our team of editors and industry experts. It provides thought-provoking opinions on issues and trends in manufacturing, as wells tips, tricks and suggestions for implementing assembly technology.

If elected (or appointed) I promise to

February 10, 2012

By Jim Camillo

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Wouldn’t it be great if candiates for public office would pledge to end the stereotype that manufacturing is non-existent in the United States? I'll do my part to make this happen. Will you?

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.

Siemens Plant Puts a Charge Into U.S. Manufacturing

Siemens unveils a state-of-the-art assembly plant in Charlotte, NC.

January 25, 2012

By John Sprovieri

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A Siemens gas turbine is 36 feet long and weighs 280 tons—and yet its parts are machined to tolerances of a few thousandths of an inch. ASSEMBLY magazine's editor-in-chief goes behind the scenes to see how this engineering marvel is made.

The Ergo Corner: Sole Survivor

December 19, 2011

By Delia Treaster

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Workers who are on their feet for most of the day are at risk for plantar fasciitis. Fortunately, a few simple measures can prevent it from occurring.

Lean vs. Outsourcing at Whirlpool: The Real Story

November 21, 2011

By John Sprovieri

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Reading one blogger's criticism of ASSEMBLY magazine, I wonder if he’s allowed anger and personal antipathy toward Whirlpool to cloud his judgment. He seems to be confusing the issues of lean manufacturing and outsourcing.

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.

Lasers and Jeans and Some Assembly Things

October 18, 2011

By Jim Camillo

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Nearly 70 exhibitors and more than 800 laser-industry experts, advocates and practitioners attended the inaugural Lasers for Manufacturing Event presented by the Laser Institute of America. Attendees came from as far away as Russia, Japan, Egypt, Korea and Turkey.

AATE 2011: Did You See What I Saw (Day 2)?

October 3, 2011

By Jim Camillo

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For me, day two of this year’s Assembly & Automation Technology Expo was just as interesting as day one. It began and ended with learning about medical-device assembly and manufacturing.

AATE 2011: Did You See What I Saw (Day 1)?

September 26, 2011

By Jim Camillo

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Forget about the sophomore jinx. My second visit to the Assembly & Automation Technology Expo, held September 20-22 at McCormick Place in Chicago, was excellent.

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