Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Automotive Manufacturer",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Global automotive testing standardisation from
Zwick Roell, which we summarised at the time by saying "The LSIMS (Laboratory Standardisation and Information Management System) integrates Zwick's testing products used in Woodbridge automotive production plants to a central computer system in
Canada".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Ball pin fastener for high strength pivot points from
Profil UK: "Profil UK has developed a ball pin fastener with large flange design that provides a fast and cost-effective method of achieving high strength pivot points in sheet metal components".
In April 2007, we covered the news from Jervis B. Webb
concerning its Material handling
- take a look at Automotive manufacturer revamps material handling
which says: "Jervis B Webb has won a contract with Chrysler Group to install a material handling system at the St Louis Plant, Missouri, to include six miles of conveyor and 50 SmartCarts".
Take a look also at the news release from Floform, Welsh automotive manufacturer in MBO.,
as well as Automotive manufacturer gets parts on time from Evolution Time Critical,
and Production materials sourced and delivered from Evolution Time Critical.
See also:
Powertrain manufacturer orders more CNC
(February 2007)
UK powertrain components manufacturer has ordered four more CNC machining centres from Matsuura to meet demand from one of its German automotive clients
Vision for identification and quality on the line
(February 2007)
For the production of engine motors, Italian automotive manufacturer Cabi cannot take any chances when it comes to part safety and quality control for their high profile automobile clients
Modular, variable system to oust transfer lines
(January 2007)
A networked and fully integrated system is composed of flexible machine tools, linked together in an almost-infinitely variable pattern, to give maximum versatility in production
Retooling freed HMCs for new contract
(January 2007)
Horizontal machine tool builder assisted a major automotive manufacturer, through new fixture design, to make four existing machining centres available for a new contract
Turnkey service aided HMC choice for subcontractor
(November 2006)
Choice of a horizontal machining centre to machine diesel engine cylinder heads was for a supplier, which could provide a full turnkey system and the back-up and support
Quick-change die system ups press efficiency
(November 2006)
Japanese automotive supplier, in expanding its power press plant, is implementing a quick-change die system to maximize efficiency speed production
Wound product contractor gets China auto business
(November 2006)
Ampohm, which is part of the GSPK group of companies, has forged a new trading relationship with a significant automotive manufacturer located in the Shenzhen area of China
Citroen confirms PLM agreements
(August 2006)
IBM and Dassault Systemes have announced the confirmation of their agreements with automotive manufacturer PSA Peugeot Citroen, following the successful implementation of PLM software
Kitting bay system handles variety of containers
(July 2006)
Kitting bay system at engine plant handles a mixture of pallets, metal stillages and cartons or plastics containers - for front picking - with empty return and replenishment from the rear
Software manages production security/reliability
(July 2006)
After evaluation of all leading HMI/SCADA systems, a German automotive group chose the one offering the most standardisation, to achieve greatest possible internal synergy between operations
Peugeot Citroen drives innovation with PLM
(March 2006)
PSA Peugeot Citroen to take innovation to the next level with PLM Solutions from IBM and Dassault Systemes
Part removal virtual simulations deployed
(February 2006)
A major automotive manufacturer is deploying a serviceability methodology for all part removal virtual simulations and is taking advantage of advanced dynamic collision checking capabilities
Superabrasives halve sintered part cycle times
(January 2006)
Superabrasive machining technology is drastically reducing the cycle times for producing automotive parts manufactured from sintered metals, in one case from 70s per component to just 22s
Low-melt labelling ups rubber moulding efficiency
(January 2006)
Manufacturer of shock noise, vibration control and vibration management products for automotive use, recently improved its manufacturing processes with the use of a low-melting labeling solution
Ethernet motion control speeds tube bending
(January 2006)
Ethernet Powerlink-compatible motion control technology is allowing multi-stage tube-bending operations to take place in parallel, bringing users useful productivity gains
Threads inspection is automated
(January 2006)
Ever stricter specifications for the acceptance of automotive parts have increased the pressure for 100% quality inspection of all manufacturing processes- including screw threads
Software speeds automotive inspection
(December 2005)
Latest version of computer-aided inspection software offers increased 'plug-in' support for optical measurement, arm-mounted scan heads and integration with the Faro 'Laser Tracker'
I-Logix Drives Home $2 Million Plus Automotive Win
(October 2005)
Large Japanese Automotive Manufacturer Selects Statemate Model-Driven Development (MDD) Technologies to Accelerate Quality Initiatives
Japanese car manufacturer chooses Aesthetica
(September 2005)
Advanced manufacturing variation visualisation software will lead to higher perceived quality of vehicles
Geomagic Services program
(September 2005)
Geomagic Services program provides quick path to maximizing DSSP benefits
Light curtains designed for pallet logisitcs
(July 2005)
Because there are no muting lamps to maintain, an access-point light curtain system offers greater reliability, improved protection, reduced installation cost and reduced downtime
NURBS surfacing time reduced by 80 percent
(May 2005)
Breakthrough in automatic surfacing technologies proven in commercial use by major auto manufacturer
Software reduces automotive supplier costs
(April 2005)
One of the world's largest suppliers of automotive systems and components has adopted modular instruments, test management software and vision software to reduce delivery time, costs and floor space
Tool data management system integrated with CADCAM
(October 2004)
Not only will an automotive manufacturer's tool data management system rationalise tools, it will be fully integrated with Unigraphics CAD/CAM and Vericut NC program verification
CNC sliding head automatics sales buoyant in UK
(September 2004)
Orders for sliding-headstock lathes received by Star GB during the traditionally quiet months of July and August totaled 11 units, despite protracted machine deliveries from Japan
Automotive manufacturer awards software order
(August 2004)
California Software (Calsoft), has won an order for Navision Implementation at Jonas Woodhead and Sons, automotive component manufacturer based in Chennai, India
CMMs face low-cost inspection equipment challenge
(June 2004)
In the quest for cost-effective and efficient component measuring, the CMM is being challenged because simple 'go/no-go' tolerance checks are still perfectly adequate for many components
Eddy-current probes confirm threads are present
(June 2004)
Untapped holes in aluminum engine heads lost over $1 million in 2003 to a major automotive manufacturer, but eddy-current probes have since been developed specifically for thread detection
Damage awareness course saved firm GBP 33,000/week
(May 2004)
When a major automotive manufacturer wanted to reduce it's production costs, it was not at first obvious that increasing its training expenditure in damage awareness would do just that
Innovation widens adhesives applications scope
(March 2004)
Adhesive dispensing system can guarantee the ratio of a two-part reactive chemical adhesive to a greater accuracy than 'six sigma' to ensure automotive automotive hemming joint integrity
Modular set-up autos expand subby's business
(February 2004)
Needing to increase its flexibility, remain competitive and widen its market opportunities a subcontractor purchased three sliding head turning centres that could be updated as business grew
Major automotive deal announced for MPM systems
(December 2003)
Tecnomatix Technologies has made a global agreement with a major automotive manufacturer to implement Tecnomatix MPM solutions throughout the customer's manufacturing operations worldwide
Safety controller simplifies safety monitoring
(December 2003)
Safety controller that monitors safety functions on four laser cutting machines allow changes to be made quickly, without getting involved with the complex software within the machine controller
Report on European visualisation business
(October 2003)
Leading Provider of Immersive Solutions Experiences Surge In Market Growth