All Digitalisation and Automation articles – Page 6
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NewsHyundai partners with PIF for automated production plant in Saudi Arabia
Hyundai Motor Company has entered into a joint venture agreement with the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia to establish “a highly automated vehicle manufacturing plant,” in the kingdom. Hyundai to lead as as strategic technology partner.
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ArticleBack in the USA
The AMS Automotive Evolution North America event delivered expert panels and a fully engaged audience. Here are some of the highlights from the sessions.
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NewsFanuc and Volvo Cars sign deal to transform automotive manufacturing with sustainable robotics
In a landmark collaboration, Fanuc, the global leader in industrial robotics, and Volvo Cars are to reshape auto manufacturing with sustainability at the forefront
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ArticleThe future of Ford in a flash of lightning
The Ford Dearborn Truck Plant is a benchmark for managing complexity, quality and software. Plant manager Corey Williams shares learnings and lean principles across ICE and fast-growing EV output.
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NewsToyota Japan's production halt expands across ten assembly lines following supplier explosion
From explosions to system failures, Toyota Japan’s production standstills highlight the need for diverse supplier networks, robust safety measures and resilience
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MagazineAMS Autumn 2023 – Continental Shift
In this latest AMS digital edition we have a special focus on the North American automotive industry with big investments in electric vehicle and battery production
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NewsBattery production and design need to be optimised together, says Volvo Trucks and ABB
Experts from the truckmaker and automation specialist pointed to the benefits of aligning battery engineering and production processes in an AMS livestream.
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ArticleSkoda Kvasiny to become electromobility powerhouse
Head of Skoda Kvasiny plant, Miloš Halbich discusses how the plant continues to evolve to meet market developments
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NewsGestamp joins Catena-X digital supply chain exchange
Parts maker Gestamp has joined the Catena-X digital platform to advance its circular economy and technological innovation
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VoiceHow Vitronic’s Weldloop software reimagines the welding process
Find out how Weldloop’s technology achieves quality enhancements in automotive welding through machine vision technology.
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NewsToyota addresses production system malfunction that put the breaks on Japanese production
The OEM finally releases statement regarding the nationwide disruption; identifying “insufficient disk space.”
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NewsQualcomm’s collaborations with leading automakers to reshape automotive manufacturing
Partnerships with BMW, Mercedes, JLR and Mahindra revolve around automotive digital advancements and driving industry transformation.
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NewsHow Mercedes-Benz's Concept CLA Class showcases its ‘digital first’ production model
The carmaker is strengthening its digital first production model with upgrades and enhancements throughout.
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NewsToyota’s huge production shutdown was due to a simple parts-ordering “system update”
Just a few short days ago, AMS reported on Toyota’s Japanese production coming to a standstill due to what was at the time, nebulously being referred to as a ‘systems’ failure. Since then it has been revealed that…
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NewsContinental digitises European automotive manufacturing plant with a private 5G Network
The private 5G network is powered by T-Mobile in Czechia. With plans to integrate over 1,000 devices and sensors within the plant’s expansive 5,000 square metres, the company’s smart network promises to create an interconnected ecosystem that enables seamless communication between employees, machinery and devices such as sensors, production robots and autonomous transport vehicles.
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Watch: The advance of automation: what next-gen vehicles and batteries mean for robotics
OEMs are transforming, transitioning to electric and connected models, but also the manufacturing operations to build these new vehicles. This creates challenges in integrating new vehicle architectures and boosts demand for more advanced automation.
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ArticleReady for the next generation in Spartanburg
As BMW prepares to build EVs and batteries in Spartanburg, it has expanded training programmes, with emphasis on safety, change management and youth outreach.
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ArticleMaster of complexity in Spartanburg
Dr Robert Engelhorn is leading transformation of BMW’s Plant Spartanburg for EVs whilst ensuring manufacturing remains flexible in managing vehicle variations.
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ArticleBMW Batteries blossoming in South Carolina
BMW’s battery assembly plant will use advanced automation and set global standards, whilst supporting a local-for-local production strategy, says Rich Everly.
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ArticleBMW’s aspirations to the X degree in Spartanburg: Special series
As the carmaker prepares for EV production in the US, leaders in manufacturing, battery, logistics and training outline BMW’s ambitions in the region.
