Man And Machine Work Hand-in-Hand As Ford Applies Industry 4.0 Automation
New collaborative robots, also known as co-bots, are first being used to help workers fit shock absorbers to Fiesta cars, a task that requires pinpoint accuracy, strength and a high level of dexterity.
IAC’s New Czech Republic Plant Begins Production Of Lightweight Acoustical Solutions
The plant was set up following the IAC Production System lean and quality principles and also currently produces trunk trim and dash insulation components for the 2016 European Car of the Year, the Opel Astra.
Dayco Manufacturing Plants In China Earn Quality Excellence Award From Caterpillar
For the second consecutive year, the Dayco Wujiang plants have been recognized for an ongoing commitment to quality.
Michelin Building $510M Plant In Mexico
Initially, the facility is expected to manufacture 4 million to 5 million tires annually for original equipment customers in the region and for the North American domestic market, the tiremaker said.
Solidiance Acquires Technomic Asia For Stronger China Foothold
Together, the two firms plan on being bigger and better-positioned in delivering growth strategy advisory services to leading multinational companies in China and across the rest of Asia.
New Employment Study Shows JAMA Members Support 1.5M US Jobs
The 1.5 million U.S. jobs supported by Japanese-brand automobile companies in 2015 have grown by more than 225,000 jobs since 2011, an increase of more than 17 percent.
ALLDATA Signs European Market Licensing Agreement With Hyundai Motor Europe GmbH
ALLDATA repair customers in Europe now have access to more than 22 vehicle brands, providing multi-brand auto repair shops with direct access to OEM factory-correct data.
Magneti Marelli Awarded In Brazil And China
In Brazil, the magazine Automotive Business assigned the Recognition for Excellence and Innovation (REI) award to Magneti Marelli Powertrain in the category of “Engineering, Innovation and Technology.” In China, as part of the seventh edition of the “Golden Panda” award, Magneti Marelli received the “Time-Honoured Panda” award for the value of the company’s consolidated presence in the country.
Key Factors Affecting Global Industrial Cybersecurity
In the 12-minute audio interview from GlobalBusinessProfessor.com, key differences are described that are affecting industrial control system cybersecurity between North America, Europe and Asia.
TE Connectivity Expands Manufacturing Plant In Germany To Support Automotive Customers In EMEA
The Dinkelsbuehl, Germany, expansion adds high-tech, high-speed equipment and 50 percent more capacity to meet the evolving needs of automotive customers in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Automotive And Telecoms Sectors To Launch EU Project For Connected And Automated Driving
The foundations of the project were outlined today at a meeting in Brussels, which was hosted by Günther Oettinger – European commissioner for the Digital Economy and Society. The main objective is to strengthen Europe’s leadership in connected and automated driving, by accelerating the EU-wide deployment of related key technologies.
Frost & Sullivan: Brexit Challenges Present New Growth Opportunities For Automotive Players In Africa
New vehicle sales continue to fall due to economic pressure on traditional growth markets such as South Africa and Nigeria. The African continent, however, will rise to become a key enabler for sustainable economic growth and the movement of people and goods plays a significant role in regional commerce on the continent, according to Frost & Sullivan.
