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ArticleA clean winner
Coherent-ROFIN’s Frank Gäbler explains a new approach to laser welding problematic materials Fig 1. Hairpin welded with CleanWeld technology: excellent weld quality, low spatter and low porosity Although fibre lasers are widely utilised in the automotive industry, there are still some applications that ...
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ArticleWhite paper – Sustainable mobility: The engineering challenges of EVs
The white paper from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries looks at how the period of unprecedented change faced by vehicles makers and the supply chain face will require new levels of collaboration and a willingness to dedicate production lines to EV-specific models
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ArticleWhite paper: Piecing together the Paris (Dis)agreement – we help make it happen
Castrol’s white paper outlines a number of ways in which manufacturers can act now to reduce consumption and waste, and structures that can be put in place to facilitate future progress
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ArticleFive ways that 3D printing is transforming automotive manufacturing
Latest industry reports on additive manufacturing suggest that the promised land of serial production is closer than we might think
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Article3D Print Case Study: Toyota Corolla
Toyota use additive manufacturing services to validate a number of exterior components for design, fit and function
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Article3D Print Case Study: Volkswagen
Volkswagen is investigating the potential of additive manufacturing to take its applications beyond prototyping
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WebinarWatch recording: S-in motion® BEV smart steel solutions for rear chassis
Watch this session to discover how ArcelorMittal’s new S-in motion® customizable steel solutions for chassis enable carmakers to extend range, reduce cost, and enhance safety at the most affordable cost.
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WebinarHow 3D metrology and imaging solutions enable high levels of manufacturing performance throughout the automotive production phase
Join the AMS / FARO Webinar to learn how OEMs and their Partners can leverage FARO 3D data capture technology to boost their productivity and efficiency across the whole automotive manufacturing lifecycle. In this webinar we will focus on , automated in-line inspection, virtual assembly and assembly ...
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WebinarHow to optimise material utilisation of AHSS in electric vehicles
As the automotive future brings an increase in electric vehicles, grades of advanced high-strength steel (AHSS) will still have an important role to play. In this webinar, SSAB’s Robert Ström will present the findings of his research into the design of cold forming steel with very high ...
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VoiceMeasuring success with ABB’s 3D robot inspection technology
The latest quality inspection system scans manufactured products 10 times faster than traditional measuring machines, while also offering more information for accurate analysis
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PodcastAMS Podcast Episode 06 – Investing in the future
The AMS Podcast takes you behind the scenes of the world’s most fascinating vehicle and component production plants. We explore the processes, problems… and solutions, and hear from the automotive manufacturing experts who make it all work.
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ArticleWatch: ATI’s AOV-10 Robotic Sander and 3M Abrasives can reshape material removal processes
The AOV-10 Axially-Compliant Random Orbital Sander from ATI Industrial Automation is the ideal robotic solution for surface preparation and finishing. The compact and lightweight design suits a variety of robot sizes and types, including collaborative robots. The AOV-10 also features built-in compliance which overcomes process variation due to part misalignment, part geometry inconsistency, or robot path deviations. This streamlines the programming process and improves overall process quality of sanding and finishing operations.
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ArticleWatch: Livestream Hour Episode 9 – Automotive Supply Chain in Focus – Europe
In this episode of the Livestream Hour, we discuss key challenges facing Europe’s automotive manufacturers and suppliers with electronics and wiring harness supplier LEONI and with PWC, covering the strategies required to continue to restart and recover, as well as the structural changes that may change the shape of the supply chain. Hosted by editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig. Register or login to watch.
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ArticleWatch: Livestream Hour Episode 8 – Driving innovation in production and logistics
Join this special digital transformation livestream session on how IT and technology solutions are supporting supply chain during the crisis, including a major digitalisation project for Ford’s logistics and supply chain management across key regions. Hosted by Christopher Ludwig.
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VoiceDürr’s EcoProBooth combines interior and exterior painting into a single booth
The innovative box is an essential part of Dürr’s new “Paint shop of the future” concept, and also has benefits for traditional line production
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ATOS ScanBox Series 8 - Fast Installation of an Automated 3D Metrology Solution TOS ScanBox 6235: Automated 3D Metrology Solution with High Throughput for Automotive Industry TOS ScanBox Series 8 - Two-sided 3D Measurement of Large Components ATOS Automated Solutions - From Measuring ...
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ArticleCoronavirus and beyond: Europe vehicle demand and finished vehicle logistics outlook 2020-2030
Download this report for a forecast of European new vehicle demand from 2020-2030 across the region and the top five markets, and analysis of impacts and changes for the European finished vehicle logistics sector. This report is the latest from ECG Business Intelligence, a collaboration between the Association of European Vehicle Logistics and Automotive from Ultima Media
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ArticleWatch: Livestream Hour Episode 7 - Finished Vehicle Logistics: Restarting the network
This special livestream episode focuses on the finished vehicle logistics network and how it is preparing to restart for the new normal, with insights from Hyundai Glovis, ProAct and more. Hosted by Christopher Ludwig and featuring updates and insights from the crisis and beyond for automotive supply chain and manufacturing.
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WebinarWatch recording: Applications of the revolutionary CaliBreeze™ technology for gap and flush measurement - CALIPRI CB20
Integrated in the system CALIPRI CB20 CaliBreeze™ neutralizes poor reflectivity of transparent and semi-transparent surfaces to enhance the accuracy, validity, and repeatability of your optical measurements.
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ArticleRenault assembly network future under review as management announce cost-saving programme
Renault has launched a business transformation plan which includes a 18% cut in production capacity