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In this conversation with Colin Dowd, we delve into the topic of automation strategy for manufacturers.

Building on decades of expertise in servo-controlled pressing, Promess designed the H-Series electric press specifically for environments where hazardous dust may be present.

Leak testing is an essential part of the manufacturing process for a variety of products, and it is among the more time-consuming processes on an assembly line. New leak testing technologies are reducing cycle times and making the process more efficient.

New technologies include a crimping tool for machined contacts and a fully automatic cutting, stripping and crimping system.

ANN ARBOR, MI—The revised standard, which adopts and updates ISO 10218, introduces clearer functional safety requirements, integrated collaborative robot guidance, new rules for end-effectors and manual operations, updated robot classifications, and cybersecurity considerations.

The company says its new midsized electric pickup, priced at $30,000, represents a “Model T Moment” that will make EVs available to more people.

California Polytechnic State University recently opened a state-of-the-art smart manufacturing facility dedicated to hands-on education and applied research in industrial automation and robotics.

End-of-arm-tooling is smarter and more flexible than ever.

MORROW, GA—Toto Group has opened a state-of-the-art factory here to mass-produce luxury toilets.

DEARBORN, MI—Ford engineers are using vision systems technology to address quality issues, according to a recent U.S. patent.