John Sprovieri

Following the introduction of CADDi, Subaru succeeded in reducing the time spent on drawing searches by several hundred hours per month.

The MEP is a program administered by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. The program’s mission is to strengthen and empower small and medium-sized U.S. manufacturers.

A new sheet-metal joining process developed by Tox Pressotechnik reliably secures sheet metal components and prevents displacement in the planar direction.

IKEA turned to automated woodworking equipment company Lehbrink and automated dispensing technology company Robatech to automate adhesive application for its Pax 2.0 wardrobe.

Now, the cobot can weld one component while the operator replaces the completed part, minimizing downtime and maximizing output. By using one robot across multiple stations, PeyMar made the most of its limited floor space. It also reduced costs for labor, capital investment and maintenance.

Manufacturers continue to broaden the capabilities and accessibility of robotic automation on the factory floor.

From automated screw feeding systems to configurable torque wrenches, this month’s “New and Noteworthy” reflects the continued evolution of fastening technology.

In imposing tariffs, Trump said his goal is to reduce the trade deficit and spur more manufacturing in the United States. One year into his second term, neither goal has been achieved. In fact, the opposite occurred.

Business has been good at TL Aerotek Inc., with orders flowing in faster than owner, Tai Le, could fill them. He wanted to keep up with accelerating demand and continue building his business, but he didn’t want to deal with labor uncertainty. Looking for a solution, Tai consulted long-time supplier, Expand Machinery, a family-owned business in Chatsworth, CA, that builds machine tool systems.

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