Rockwell Automation, Michelin Partner on Digital Manufacturing
The digitalization includes the integration of advanced analytics and data science tools at both operational and plant levels.
Lear Acquires Industry 4.0 Specialist InTouch Automation
InTouch automates complex testing process in seating assembly.
Humans Wanted, Robots Need You: Record Number Of Employers Globally Plan To Increase Or Maintain Headcount As A Result of Automation
Organizations that are investing in digital and shifting tasks to robots are creating the most jobs.
Genuine Parts Co. Announces Industrial Automation And Robotics Acquisition
GPC has expanded its Automation Solutions Group with the acquisition of Axis New England and Axis New York, adding approximately $55 million in annual revenues.
Lincoln Electric Promotes Michael Whitehead To Lead Americas Welding Segment’s Automation Solutions
“Mike is a well-respected leader and has a strong track record of developing new technologies and driving business growth at Lincoln Electric,” said Christopher Mapes, chairman, president and CEO. “His experience will help advance our industry-leading automation portfolio and accelerate growth in solutions and services to meet our customers’ needs in the additive manufacturing market.”
GM And Cruise Automation Advance Efforts To Commercialize Self-Driving Cars
GM President Dan Ammann has joined Cruise as CEO; Kyle Vogt has been named president and chief technology officer.
Gentex Takes Equity Stake In Yonomi To Help Bring Home Automation To The Auto Industry
The two companies recently completed the Series A financing and signed a licensing agreement allowing Gentex to utilize Yonomi software solutions that help apps and services integrate with a wide variety of smart home technologies. Gentex President and CEO Steve Downing also has joined Yonomi’s board of directors.
NTSB: Driver Errors, Overreliance On Automation, Lack Of Safeguards Led To Fatal Tesla Crash
As a result of its investigation the NTSB issued seven new and reiterated two previously issued safety recommendations.
Methods Machine Tools Expands Automation Footprint In North Carolina
The center, slated to open this spring, is staffed by systems integration engineers and will have a full range of equipment and capabilities from customer consultation to building cells and performing run-offs.
Genuine Parts Co. Announces Acquisition Of Leading Custom Cabling And Automation Solutions Distributor
GPC’s Electrical/Electronic Materials Group has acquired Empire Wire and Supply of Rochester Hills, Michigan.
