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Processing Automotive Ethernet Cables

Processing Automotive Ethernet Cables

Ethernet cables provide high-speed data transmission for infotainment and driver assistance applications, but they require automated equipment for stripping and crimping.
John Sprovieri
January 14, 2022
Electronics in today's vehicles are increasingly complex. With more sensors, controls and interfaces all using higher bandwidth, faster data throughput and more reliable networks are required. The weight of the cables and harnesses in the vehicle is also a concern.
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A New Year's Resolution: Get Vaccinated!

John Sprovieri
January 11, 2022
My wife works for one of the largest printers in the country. From August through October last year, nine of her co-workers died of COVID-19. All were shop-floor personnel who did not have the luxury of working from home. One was just 28 years old. None were vaccinated, despite ample monetary incentives to do so. Alarmed, the CEO held a companywide meeting via Zoom, begging employees to get vaccinated.
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Machinery Makers Invest in Automation

Machinery Makers Invest in Automation

Industry 4.0 technology and robotics enable manufacturers to improve output, quality and safety.
Austin Weber
Austin Weber
January 4, 2022
Demand for "big iron" is booming, fueled by the rebounding global economy and the Biden administration’s infrastructure initiative. That’s good news for manufacturers of tractors and other types of agricultural and construction equipment.
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Gigafactories Help Battery Manufacturers

Gigafactories Help Battery Manufacturers Meet Growing EV Demand

Fast, flexible automation can maximize throughput.
John Miles
December 23, 2021
Over the next decade, tens of millions of batteries will be necessary to keep up with skyrocketing demand for electric vehicles. A new breed of supersized battery factories must deploy state-of-the-art automation while harnessing advanced supply chain strategies.​
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AV/EV Tire Trends

AV/EV Tire Trends

AVs and EVs spur tiremakers to develop new products.
Nathan Eddy
December 21, 2021
The automotive industry is evolving toward new types of tire technology to meet the unique challenges of electric and autonomous vehicles. Long-time suppliers such as Bridgestone, Continental, Goodyear, Michelin and Pirelli, which have made rubber products since the dawn of the horseless carriage era, are scrambling to adapt to 21st century demands.
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Controlling Heat Build Up in EVs

Controlling Heat Build Up in EVs

New tools and technology help battery-powered vehicles control heat.
John Challen
December 20, 2021
Battery thermal management is a huge challenge in electric vehicles. In addition to increasing the risk of fire, high temperatures can have a direct influence on range. By efficiently controlling EV temperature levels, battery range can be maximized.
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