This field report explains how Boeing's Long Beach plant adapted lean manufacturing principles to revamp an entire assembly process from start to finish. The company's plan to build 717s on a continuously moving assembly line could revolutionize the way aircraft are manufactured.

Global sales of automotive aftermarket products could hit almost $144 billion in 2005.

The Engelberger Awards recognize outstanding individuals from around the world for achievements in robotic technology development, application, education and leadership.

A new video training series can help manufacturers identify ergonomic hazards and prevent injuries.

Vantico Inc. has acquired the Agomet and Atlas adhesives and tooling business from the Degussa Business Unit of Roehm Specialty Acrylics (Dusseldorf, Germany).

Haumiller Engineering Co. and Cincinnati Test Systems Inc. (Cleves, OH) have developed a machine that can assemble and leak-test more than 500 parts per minute.

Unitek Miyachi Lasers has expanded its headquarters facility to include a state-of-the-art process development laboratory specifically focused on photonics manufacturing.

The American Welding Society (AWS) has published a new standard for identifying and preventing hazards associated with arc welding robots.

Siemens has acquired Mannesmann Dematic and its subsidiary, Rapistan Systems, and formed a new company, Siemens Dematic Corp.

Toyota Motor Co. opened a new engine and transmission assembly plant here May 10. It is Toyota's first plant outside of Japan to build automatic transmissions.