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Cyber-Physical Systems in Automotive Assembly

Magna International has automated the process of routing and positioning vehicle bodies on a high-mix, high-volume assembly line.
Michael Gfoellner Ph.D.
June 25, 2026

Our new flexible transportation positioning device (FTPD) enables rapid, model-specific reconfiguration within the BIW manufacturing process.


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Digital Twins Streamline Auto Manufacturing

Austin Weber
Austin Weber
May 11, 2026

When introducing new vehicle models, each launch can demand extensive reconfiguration of existing production lines. Timing is critical and every delay carries a significant cost. Digital twin technology can help engineers tackle that issue.


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Robots Play a Key Role in Industry 5.0

With human-centric manufacturing, automation takes on a new purpose.
Austin Weber
Austin Weber
March 2, 2026

Compared with Industry 4.0, where humans mainly act as supervisors, Industry 5.0 elevates human expertise and contextual understanding. The objective is to allow people to focus on high-value cognitive tasks while being supported by intelligent machines that handle routine, hazardous or precision-intensive work.


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Rockwell Automation Tackles Industry 5.0

Austin Weber
Austin Weber
February 16, 2026

 Smart technology that is transforming manufacturers in a variety of industries.


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2025 Assembly Plant of the Year: Deere Leaps Ahead With 5G Connectivity

Connected tools drive productivity at a data-driven smart factory in Davenport, IA.
Austin Weber
Austin Weber
October 1, 2025

John Deere Davenport Works has recently implemented productivity enhancing tools such as 5G connectivity, artificial intelligence, data analytics and digital twins.


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5G Technology Will Help American Manufacturers Stay Competitive

Austin Weber
Austin Weber
September 29, 2025

WASHINGTON—According to the National Association of Manufacturers, Deere, General Motors, Whirlpool and other companies are deploying advanced communication systems in their factories.


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August 1, 2025

Ujigami is a comprehensive suite of plant-floor software solutions that deliver the highest quality manufacturing, mistake-proofing, productivity, traceability, and transparency to our customers. 




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Artic Automates Appliance Assembly

John Sprovieri
July 25, 2025

More than 70 percent of the factory’s core operations are based on self-determined and self-managed systems.


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AI’s Increasing Role in Manufacturing Spurs Call for New Policies

Austin Weber
Austin Weber
July 8, 2025

WASHINGTON—A new report by the National Association of Manufacturers claims that more than 50 percent of U.S. companies plan to increase investments in artificial intelligence technology during the next two years.


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Are You Ready for the Future? Asian Manufacturers Are

John Sprovieri
May 21, 2025

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


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Don't Repeat Our Mistakes: Nine Lessons for Leaders Championing Cultural Transformations

In this webinar, the authors of Don't Repeat Our Mistakes: Nine Lessons for Leaders Championing Cultural Transformations in Manufacturing will share lessons learned while leading organizational transformations across a variety of manufacturing environments.

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