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Asahi Kasei breaks ground on Canada lithium-ion battery separator plant
The new lithium-ion battery separator facility in Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada will operate as a joint venture with Honda and is expected to begin commercial production in 2027.
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ZF’s Fernando Bera on data-driven efficiency in smart factory transformation
Leveraging real-time data and prioritising people are central to ZF’s smart factory strategy, explains Fernando Bera at AMS Evolution NA 2024.
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Gestamp’s Paul Belanger on cost reduction strategies through giga-stamping and collaboration
Reducing production costs and fostering early collaboration are essential for affordable EV production, says Gestamp’s Paul Belanger.
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Stellantis’ Jeremy Keating on embedding lean across the organisation for efficiency
Embedding lean practices across all departments and fostering early-stage collaboration are essential for Stellantis’ manufacturing efficiency, says Jeremy Keating.
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Stellantis’ Asif Khan on lean manufacturing for cost control and profitability
Implementing lean practices and combining digital tools with workforce engagement are essential for efficient automotive manufacturing, says Stellantis’ Asif Khan.
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AMS Automotive Evolution: Reducing costs, fast-tracking development, embracing change
The AMS Automotive Evolution conference in Detroit brought together leading car makers and tier suppliers to discuss managing production operations as the EV transition continues.
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How North America aims to make EVs affordable for the masses
Automakers explore ways to cut costs by up to 50% to make EVs affordable, embracing advanced manufacturing, automation, and collaboration to scale up sustainable mobility
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Toyota’s Jaime Moore on the evolving role of engineers in automotive manufacturing
Building agile engineering teams and fostering early collaboration are vital for innovative automotive manufacturing, says Toyota’s Jaime Moore.
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Ford’s Rajeev Kalamdani on challenges in smart factory digitalisation
Overcoming legacy systems, building tech-savvy teams and driving collaboration for digital success is central to smart factory transformation, says Ford’s Rajeev Kalamdani
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Free webinar: How to maximise efficiency in battery tray manufacturing and integration
This webinar will showcase innovative, cost-efficient quality processes to assure 100% quality in battery manufacturing. New quality solutions from Hexagon enable automakers to detect defects efficiently and ensure a perfect fit into the underbody of the car.
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AMS Evolution 2024: Recap blog
Get insights on technologies like AI, robotics, and sustainable production systems driving flexibility and zero waste in factories at the second AMS Evolution North America Conference 2024
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GM Ventures invests $10m in Forge Nano to improve EV battery performance and reduce costs
General Motors and Forge Nano have entered a strategic partnership agreement to collaborate on atomic layer deposition applications for GM’s electric vehicle batteries.
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New eBook: Better, faster, more affordable EV battery manufacturing
A new eBook by Hexagon explores insights to help you make high quality, low cost EV batteries.
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Dürr builds an energy-efficient paintshop for Stellantis’ Kenitra plant
Stellantis’ new paintshop to double capacity at Kenitra plant and reuse paint robots from other facilities.
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How cobots can support automotive production
Cobots enrich the industry with their ability to complete tasks in close cooperation with humans and are becoming increasingly intelligent thanks to modern technologies.
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HORSE powertrain continues to expand supply in range extender market
HORSE will supply Brazilian EV start-up manufacturer Lecar with its HR10 range extender engine, to be fitted to the Lecar 459 hybrid.
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Watch Now: Next-Gen Gapfillers: Henkel’s Blueprint for Automotive Electronics
This webinar explored Henkel’s latest innovations in thermal gap fillers, designed specifically for automotive electronics.
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VW in cooperation to develop sustainable materials for vehicle interiors
Volkswagen will work with Revoltech to develop sustainable bio-based leather alternative made from industrial hemp.
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EV battery testing – new software supports testing rapidly changing battery technologies
New battery technology is being developed, and testing companies are focused on the same old parameters. But change could be on the horizon with new software.
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Denso expands EV-focused inverter line and digital production
Denso ramps up inverter production and unveils plans for a next-generation, digital, and fully automated plant in line with its vision of a sustainably electrified future