The automotive industry is ever-evolving, from manufacturing processes to end products. Much of this innovation occurs thanks to emerging technologies that set the stage for more efficient and high-quality manufacturing processes and results. Sometimes the opposite occurs, and the technology is informed by trends in consumer interests that push the automotive industry to change their way of thinking.As we look ..read more

In an era so focused on automation, technology, and constant improvement by digital means, manufacturers need to be at the forefront of any digital trends transforming the way products are built. Here is what we’re seeing transform manufacturing today and what has us excited for the future, whether it be on an industry scale or within our own assembly department.New ..read more

Quality control is essential throughout the development, building and distribution of any product. It ensures that the end customer gets the best possible product that won’t fail during use—something especially important for products that could lead to safety hazards if faulty. The manufacturing industry is the frontline of quality for many essential parts and products, making innovations in quality control ..read more

Advancement and sustainability go hand-in-hand when it comes to the future of manufacturing. As the industry continues to explore new technologies and consider different ways to cut back on wasteful practices and amp up productivity, sustainability is the natural byproduct. Advancing sustainable manufacturing practices includes everything from increasing energy efficiency to utilizing more sustainable materials, but ultimately it comes down ..read more

In the motor vehicle cluster alone, the state of Ohio is responsible for 12.3% of the national output—second among all states. Ohio is also the number one producer of engines, the number two producer of transmissions, and number two in automotive manufacturing as a whole. Because auto manufacturing is so prevalent in Ohio, it has naturally had a significant impact ..read more

We’re no strangers to robotics in manufacturing, as our robotic welders have been increasing efficiency in American Manufacturing projects for years. However, these robots have their limitations, particularly when it comes to safety and programming.It takes time to program a robotic welder for a new custom project, and we must take several precautions and limit workforce interaction with the robot ..read more

Assembly departments and companies require special equipment for toting and mobilizing parts of various shapes, sizes, and weights around a warehouse. Parts need to be delivered from the loading/unloading dock to the assemblers who need them for any given product, and then the emptied containers must be picked up and returned to the loading and unloading dock.Companies must use dollies ..read more

One of the most important things you should look for in a manufacturing partner is a quality assembly department. This can ease the burden on your own production by letting an end-to-end manufacturing partner get your products fully assembled and ready to go, rather than delivering it to you not fully finished. Here’s why an assembly department is a must-have ..read more

Manufacturing has never been more complex than in this age of labor shortages and tumultuous supply chains. Lead times are taking the hit, and manufacturers are going to extremes to make up the difference. At the same time, we’re in a new age of robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence that is quickly transforming what manufacturing looks like, enabling parts manufacturers ..read more

There is hardly an industry today that has not been impacted by technological advancement. Technology increases productivity and improves quality across hundreds of industries, from transportation to agriculture to—you guessed it—manufacturing. This interconnectivity of technology and everyday objects used within companies is known as the “Internet of Things” (IoT). Let’s explore how technology has up-leveled our approach to manufacturing, and ..read more