Many manufacturers want to be a Star, regardless of how long they’ve been in business or the products they make. Since July 1982, OSHA has helped thousands of manufacturers become a Star through its Voluntary Protection Programs.

Although many people use training and education interchangeably, the words don’t mean the same thing.

The Reshoring Initiative aims to educate manufacturers about the true costs of outsourcing.

Aluminum wire and cable can be more difficult to feed, cut, crimp, strip and splice than its copper counterparts. However, numerous processing methods are currently under investigation.

Modular conveyors provide the flexibility to create a variety of layouts when assembling prismatic multicell battery modules.

Recent price fluctuations have forced some manufacturers to consider alternatives to copper wire, such as copper-clad aluminum, solid-core aluminum and composite wire.

With the right press, tooling and design, engineers can assemble parts without fasteners or other added materials.

A new process, friction spot joining, has been developed to produce lap joints in aluminum sheets.

New technology gives impact wrenches the ability to measure torque and angle.

Structural adhesives help assemblers of trucks, trailers, buses and other specialty vehicles reduce costs, boost throughput and improve aesthetics.