AUBURN HILLS, MI—Esys Automation has received an order for a turnkey automated dispensing system froma major European automotive manufacturer. The multiple robot system will dispense sealants and sound-deadening materials.
DETROIT—Automotive manufacturers have consistently outpaced the global manufacturing average in recent years, according to a global purchasing managers index.
WASHINGTON—Many U.S. companies aren’t counted as manufacturers by the government, but are still heavily involved in the manufacturing of goods, according to a new report from the National Bureau of Economic Research. The prevalence of these “factory-less goods producers”—Apple Inc. is a prime example—suggests that the country might have more manufacturing capabilities than official statistics suggest.
MOSEL, WI—Kohler Power Systems has started construction on a 100,000-square-foot addition to its assembly plant here. The company plans to hire 300 employees at its facilities in Mosel, Saukville, WI, and Kohler, WI, over the next three years.
ST. AUGUSTINE, FL—Northrop Grumman is spending $80 million to expand its assembly plant here, which makes the Hawkeye support aircraft. The defense contract is expected to add 400 jobs.
SALZGITTER, Germany—Volkswagen uses a lightweight six-axis robot to install glow plugs at its engine assembly plant here. The robot works directly with people on the line, without any guards.
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