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The ASSEMBLY Blog is written by our team of editors and industry experts. It provides thought-provoking opinions on issues and trends in manufacturing, as wells tips, tricks and suggestions for implementing assembly technology.

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In their attempts to avoid costly labor, engineers can overinvest in machines.
Jim Smith Ph.D. ABD
November 26, 2012

Automation is wonderfully economical—except when it’s not. Time and again, I’ve seen smart engineers make dumb automation decisions, some of them ruinous.


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The right accessories can boost the flexibility and reliability of robotic assembly operations.
Jesse Hayes
October 22, 2012

The efficiency and reliability of an industrial robot largely depend on its end-of-arm tooling. However, engineers often forget that the interface between the end-effector and the robot arm also plays a critical role.


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Rolling Stones and Root Causes

Sean Dotson, PE
October 5, 2012

It's human nature to want to solve what appears to be the immediate issue. However, it makes little sense to frantically mop up a flooded house while the faucet remains wide open.


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SCHUNK on Automation: Energy Efficiency Leads to Overall Success in Manufacturing

July 27, 2012

Changing even a few, small parts of your assembly process can make a big difference in energy efficiency and operating profit.


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May 9, 2012

Pneumatic grippers or mechatronic grippers? That is the question.


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Budde on Assembly Automation: What Makes a Good Specification?

Bill Budde
October 21, 2010
These specification guidelines for automated assembly systems will give you more consistency where consistency is beneficial, and more variety where variety can help you take your business to the next level.
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Budde on Assembly Automation: Getting the Most Out of Your Assembly and Test Equipment Provider

Bill Budde
August 19, 2010
A difference has emerged between the equipment buying practices of the more traditional industries, such as automotive, appliances and consumer goods, and those of the life science, heavy equipment and green energy markets.
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Budde on Assembly Automation: Our Industry Needs New Blood

June 14, 2010
No matter where you turn in the assembly and test world, the average employee age is creeping up. How can we attract new talent to our industry?
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