Automated Assembly Systems

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Companies are turning to robotic automation for surface finishing tasks like sanding and polishing due to labor shortages. Advancements in AI enable robots to self-program and perform complex operations autonomously.

Robotic assembly of steel pool panels helps Latham Pools control costs and labor challenges.

One of the newest screwdriving robots on the market is the AX-10 assembly cell from ASG, a Division of Jergens Inc.

Earlier this year, Hyundai Motor Group opened a new, state-of-the-art assembly plant in Ellabell, Georgia. We take you inside.

CHANGZHOU, China—Global systems integrator Comau has designed and built an automated line to assemble small “range extender” engines for EV manufacturer Li Auto Inc.

Detroit startup Aubo Robotics displayed its new screwdriving cobot at the ASSEMBLY Show South. The cobot is unique in that the screwdriver is fully integrated into the arm, eliminating the need to integrate third-party hardware and software.

Inbolt’s Guide-Now system uses 3D vision and artificial intelligence to enable a robot to locate a workpiece and adjust its path to the target in real time.

At the ASSEMBLY Show South, the Quality Show, and Adhesives in Action last month, some 200 exhibitors displayed the latest technology for manual and automated assembly; measurement and quality control; and adhesive bonding and dispensing.

Accenture’s new report, Rethinking the Course to Manufacturing’s Future, shows that AI, automation and digital technologies will become increasingly important in manufacturing.

Automating the screwdriving process increases throughput, improves quality, reduces the risk of repetitive stress injuries.