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WASHINGTON—According to the National Association of Manufacturers, Deere, General Motors, Whirlpool and other companies are deploying advanced communication systems in their factories.

Here’s a sample of the motion control technologies you can expect to see at The ASSEMBLY Show.

If fastening technology is on your shopping list, then The ASSEMBLY Show is the place to be! You’ll find numerous suppliers offering cordless nutrunners, pneumatic screwdrivers, screwfeeders, digital torque wrenches and other fastening technology. Here’s a taste of what’s on the floor.

Some 14 suppliers of adhesives, dispensing and curing technology will be displaying their wares at this year's ASSEMBLY Show. Here’s a look at some of what you’ll see.

As you read about the 20 nominees here, I think you will agree that they truly are innovative. Incredibly, they are just the tip of the iceberg.

WASHINGTON—Tesla Inc. has been issued a U.S. patent for a “system and method for assembling exterior vehicle parts to a vehicle assembly structure."

WATERLOO, Ontario— The findings highlight a growing risk as hospitals, manufacturers, and other industries increasingly adopt remotely controlled robots.

Get a preview of the upcoming ASSEMBLY Show, co-located with SMTA, through this collaborative podcast with Greg Vance of Rockwell Automation and SMTA’s president of the board of directors.

Using data from a CAD file, a two-arm robotic system automatically places pins on a harness board and routes wires between them.

Adjustability is key to improving ergonomics and productivity.