The Elecylinder allows acceleration, velocity and deceleration to be set using numeric values, enabling engineers to adjust the motion of the actuator for smooth stopping without impact.

ROCHESTER HILLS, MI—FANUC America has established the FANUC Automation Endowed Scholarship Fund in collaboration with the SME Education Foundation. 

Dürr Systems provides automated paint line, final assembly, and inspection and test systems for Turkish EV manufacturer.

Ironically, the tool used to reduce inflation—higher interest rates—has made investing in automation more expensive.

The new VersaFlex AP10 conveyor from mk North America Inc. is for medium-duty pallet-handling applications. It is ideal for handling automotive components, battery cell applications, machining center operations, and inspection and testing centers.

Multimedia Editor and Host Jennifer Pierce shares highlights from the ASSEMBLY Audible podcast.

Automated assembly requires speed and precision.

Error-proofing was a recurring theme at the Assembly Show South, especially with fastening tools.

Digital twins facilitate design of robotic assembly systems, from prototype to high-volume production.

SOUTHFIELD, MI—Automotive supplier Lear Corp. is set to acquire WIP Industrial Automation, a Spain-based systems integrator with a focus on advanced automation for industrial applications. The deal is expected to close by the third quarter of 2024 and is subject to regulatory approvals.