Latest News & Features – Page 307
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ArticleAn industry up in the air
Damage limitationNew European legislationRegulation outside EuropeSwitch to waterborne paints in EuropeEnergy costs and system choiceOxidizers and VOCsFuture legislationThe paint shop accounts for almost all the VOCs coming out of a car plant. AMS considers the range of air quality legislation around the world and the ways that vehicle manufacturers are ...
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ArticleSimulation helps you get it right
By using the correct simulation software prior to the whole stamping process being carried out, OEMs can make cost savings by reducing engineering, manufacturing and tryout time, thus remaining competitive in a saturated global marketThe challenges of BIW manufacturingSimulation is your way to get it right, every timeA closer look ...
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ArticleInnovative applications in automation
The annual SPS/IPC/DRIVES fair in Germany showcases the latest developments in the world of automation, and besides displaying the latest products, offers visitors informative sessions on the new technologiesSPS/IPC/DRIVES is the leading exhibition for electric automation technology in Europe, taking place in Nuremberg from 27-29 November, 2007. The show focuses ...
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ArticleGreat shakes in the Great Lakes
Ontario has the honour of being the largest automotive production hub in North America, with a vibrant economy and a regional government that is very proactive in attracting investors to the regionMajor investments made in OntarioBig players in the supplier sectorLinking and private sector and research facilitiesSuppliers a vital part ...
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ArticleDassault on the senses
Delegates got together in Stuttgart, Germany in October for the annual Delmia European Customer Conference to hear, see and learn about the latest offerings in digital manufacturingDesign software goes onlineHonda’s case study: front-loading using PLMAssurance of qualityDelmia held its European Customer Conference in Stuttgart on October 6 and 7 and ...
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ArticleVive la Renault différence!
With flexibility and lean manufacturing in place, Renault is focusing on quality. In fact, it is obsessive about quality these days.IT drives quality and better ergonomicsSandouville – the key to qualityOperator and supplier involvementRenault’s new Laguna is aimed at one of Europe’s most competitive segments (upper-meduim or M2), fighting for ...
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Flowing lines from Castrol
Castrol’s real-time fluid monitoring system provides improved metalworking while cutting both waste and cost. Michael Dennison reports on how the company is helping carmakers control their fluid systemsReal-time fluid monitoringBiological benefitEnvironmental and health benefitsThe increasing pressure on carmakers to reduce their environmental impact makes today’s manufacturing world more complex than ...
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ArticleFinding a second home
With the right expertise in house, using pre-owned presses or reconditioned robots keeps costs down and means less of an impact on the planet. AMS looks at the pros and cons of the second hand marketMultipurpose pressesRefurbishing the robotGrowing the low endNew combinationsProblem productsSelling whole plantsGoing where the action isMarket ...
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ArticleEditor's Note: Vive la revolution!
AMS magazine staff do not routinely attend media launches of new vehicles, as we concentrate on ‘pure’ vehicle-making issues and technologies, and as a B2B title, do not get invited to many new vehicle first drives. So I was pleased to combine visiting Renault’s upgraded plant at Sandouville in northern ...
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ArticleLight and plastic industry
A range of innovative and versatile plastic-moulded components are being eagerly adopted by the automotive industry as it strives to save weight and stay cost effectiveVersatile polypropyleneInstrument panelsPlastic in the hoodWeighty dilemmaPlastic proofingStyling aidOne of the stated aims of US legislators is to raise the fuel economy of cars and ...
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ArticleA new design on production
At the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, Renault proudly showed its latest-generation D-segment car, the Laguna III. AMS caught up with Jean-Louis Ricaud, Executive Vice President, Quality and Engineering (Vehicle and Powertrain) to learn how design for manufacturing is being implemented at the Sandouville plantAMS: As a member of the ...
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Pickett is the new Global Procurement Director at Ricardo
Shoreham-By-Sea, UK – Ricardo has appointed Dave Pickett to the new position of Global Procurement Director. Since joining Ricardo in 2000, Pickett has held a wide range of senior managerial roles in operations, programme delivery and testing. His most recent assignment has been as interim Managing Director of Ricardo Deutschland.www.ricardo.com
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Stech is head of Chrysler's new Russian operation
Auburn Hills, MI. – Chrysler has appointed John Stech as head of its new Russian operation. He will be responsible for all operational activities in the market, and will report directly to Jon Holcomb, Director, Chrysler Group Africa, Asia, Middle East and Central/Eastern Europe. Stech will manage sales/ marketing, aftersales ...
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ArticleFringe benefits
Folding metal for a good finish is an increasingly complex task as production lines become more flexible and body parts get more intricate. AMS looks at two suppliers leading the field in table top and robot hemmingQuick changeDirect applicationFlexible table topsSpin offs and rollersProven at PeugeotOEM benefitsAccurate hemming, where the ...
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Meleghy promoted to newly created position of President, International Operations
Novi, Michigan – Tower Automotive has promoted Dr Gyula Meleghy to the newly created position of President, International Operations.Meleghy will lead all Tower businesses in Europe, South America and Asia. President of Tower’s Asia operations since July 2006, Meleghy has more than 20 years of technical and commercial experience in ...
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Humberstone leads the Fiat Group Automobiles UK
London, UK – Andrew Humberstone was been appointed Managing Director of Fiat Group Automobiles UK on 1 November. He takes over from outgoing MD Giulio Salomone, who is leaving the UK company after two-and-ahalf years to take responsibility for Fiat brand worldwide dealer network development, fl eet and used car ...
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Orchard steps down from president post at Faurecia
Auburn Hills, MI. – Michael Heneka has been appointed President of Faurecia North America, replacing James Orchard, who has joined Noble International Ltd. as COO. Orchard joined Auburn Hillsbased Faurecia North America in May 2005. Previously, he was president of North American operations at Visteon.www.faurecia.com
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Schenck RoTec Auswucht und Diagnosetechnik Schmaltz
The new Pasio 50 horizontal balancing machine manufactured by Schenck RoTec made its German debut at EMO 2007. Designed to be transported by crane, the machine is suitable for rotors weighing up to 50 kilograms with diameters of up to 600mm and is easy to commission. All that’s required apart ...
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Trumpf Werkzeugmaschinen
A new way of thinking: the sheet metal alternative – this was the slogan of Trumpf for EMO 2007. Many metal manufacturing processes can be considerably improved using innovative designs and the right combination of machines. A decisive step often includes supplementing – or even replacing – metal-cutting processes with ...
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Tornos
The new products on show from Tornos included the Multi-Alpha 8x20 in its Chucker version, aimed at the production of more complex parts.The machine enables operators to load billets or rough parts instead of bars and to carry out machining both in operation and counter-operation mode. As the Swiss manufacturers ...