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2023 April

The 2023 April Assembly features our cover story: Airbus Pursues Emission-Free Future, plus much more. Check it out today!

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Airbus Pursues Emission-Free Future

With help from simulation software, airbus engineers are developing hydrogen-powered aircraft.
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John Sprovieri
April 3, 2023

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, commercial airplanes and business jets contribute 10 percent of transportation-related carbon emissions in the U.S., and account for three percent of the nation’s total greenhouse gas (GHG) production.


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Scheugenpflug gasket dispensing

New Process Improves Application of Form-in-Place Gaskets

Sebastian Schmitt
February 23, 2023

When dispensing form-in-place gaskets—for example, on the die-cast housing of an automotive control unit—it’s important to apply the material precisely along the contour of the part. On the housing, the contour runs partly in a straight groove, partly around corners and screw locations and partly along various radiuses. In the area where the plug housing will be installed, the material often must be applied on a ramped surface. All this makes consistent, gap-free dispensing difficult.

The new DC803 Dispensing Cell from Scheugenpflug GmbH promises to make the process faster, easier and more reliable.


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Robots, People Collaborate on Product Assembly

A cobot with a special gripper from the Zimmer Group improves ergonomics and productivity on Weidmüller’s assembly line.
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John Sprovieri
April 11, 2023

Manufacturers in Germany, like those in the United States, are coping with three major issues: a highly dynamic market, increasing competition due to globalization, and a shortage of skilled workers. 


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Vision System Inspects Bearing Assemblies

High-speed cameras met cycle time requirement of less than one second.
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John Sprovieri
April 12, 2023

Roller bearings are a critical component of modern machinery. When the bearing is in operation, the cage must be able to withstand centrifugal force, shock and vibration, especially with complex loads rotating at high speeds. 


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Device Removes Toxic Welding Fumes

A high-vacuum extraction unit integrates directly with the welding torch, instead of operating as a stand-alone device near the weld area.
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John Sprovieri
April 13, 2023

The Aebi Schmidt Group is a global manufacturer of snow removal equipment, pavement marking machines, street sweepers and other specialty equipment. 


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Assembly With Stainless Steel Screws

Stainless fasteners are ideal for applications that require strength, durability and corrosion resistance.
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John Sprovieri
April 14, 2023

The properties of stainless steel, such as hardness, luster and corrosion resistance, are ideal for myriad applications.


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