Author: Robert Schoenberger
Machine vision orders grow
AIA statistics show 4.5% decline in sales over same period in 2018, down to $674 million.
Robot leasing program
Investing in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) enables immediate return on investment (ROI).
Hybrid bearing life model
SKF has unveiled a model that enables the working life of hybrid bearings to be determined more realistically.
Cutting tool consumption rises
April 2019 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $206.3 million according to the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI) and AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.
Ford tops Chevy Corvette, Camaro hotrod power levels with Mustang
2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 will feature 760hp, 625 lb-ft of torque.
Tennessee Volkswagen workers again reject UAW organization
Vote tallies move slightly toward the union, but not enough for a win.
Complete Machining Services adds laser mold repair services for Detroit area plastics companies
LaserStar micro-welding equipment supports mold repair work for injection molding companies.
Hyundai/Kia investing $90 million in Croatian EV company Rimac
Korean automakers plan to develop new electric vehicles with Rimac.
GM in talks to sell Lordstown plant to Workhorse
Pact could maintain production at the Northeast Ohio facility if the companies and UAW can reach a deal.
GM’s Cruise Automation autonomous car division wins new investment
Funding round values the automaker’s self-driving car subsidiary at $19 billion.
Today’s Motor Vehicles to launch weekly newsletter coverage electric vehicle advances
Today’s Electric Vehicles will cover news, products, regulatory issues, and technologies advancing the shift to electric drive.