A technological and cultural shift is occurring in the automotive manufacturing environment caused by the advent of robotics and machine vision, coupled with the development of AI vision systems. This article delves into the drivers of change and how augmented reality will shape the future of manufacturing technology for automotive production.
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Laser marking and engraving is critical for unique part identification (UID), compliance, and branding. However, capacity constraints and labor shortage issues can create serious throughput challenges.
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Nikon Corporation and Nikon Advanced Manufacturing Inc., the global headquarters of Advanced Manufacturing business unit located in California, U.S., have announced the inauguration of the Nikon AM Technology Center in Long Beach, California.
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Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
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The investment environment is improving only gradually, as inflation is proving more persistent than the central banks had hoped. The pace of interest rate cuts is therefore slower than in previous cycles. This delay means that the dampening effects of high interest rates will last longer and, as a result, there will be a time lag before machinery and equipment customers are in the mood to invest.
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The Quality Assurance department at the Wuppertal plant consists of three teams: Quality Planning, which starts early in development projects; Quality Assurance for series production; and the measuring room with five employees.
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Renowned producer of ultra-high performance supercars, McLaren Automotive has confirmed Atlas Copco, a global pioneer of innovative industrial assembly tooling and software solutions, as its ‘Official Smart Tooling Supplier’.
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RODE, the acronym for RObotic DEpalletiser, is a pioneering product from AWL. The robotic solution is able to efficiently process packages randomly arranged on a pallet, setting it apart from conventional systems.
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Nikon Metrology, Inc, and Hyundai Motor North America have announced that Hyundai has purchased and installed Nikon’s X-ray computed tomography (CT) system. This represents a significant investment in the success of Hyundai’s newly opened $51.4 million Safety Test and Investigation Laboratory (STIL) in Superior Township, Michigan, USA.
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Bowers Group has assisted DPMS in the development of an advanced rail tip measurement solution that reduces inspection of milling wheels time by 97.5%, transforming industry standards. Collaborating with its distributor, H. Roberts, Bowers Group worked to construct a tailored solution for the tip measurement station, enabling the system to work effectively and offer improved accuracy, reliability, and efficiency.
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