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HORIBA Receives Patent for Real-World Emissions Test Method

The HORIBA Torque-Matching RDE+ laboratory test method supports emulation of real-world emissions tests under different test or vehicle conditions.

The Horiba test method can be utilized on a variety of vehicle types.

AEM Endorses Bills Recognizing Contribution of Manufacturing to U.S. Economy

Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

One of the bills AEM supports, H.R. 2900, would create a U.S. Chief Manufacturing Officer who will be responsible for coordinating manufacturing-related policies and activities across federal agencies.

AEM supports the creation of a U.S. Chief Manufacturing Officer to drive the development of a national manufacturing strategy.

GS Engineering Supplies Automatic Terrain Detection System to U.S. Army

GS Engineering Inc.

The systems will be integrated into vehicles that are part of the Autonomous Ground Resupply program.

Atds Agr (photo Credit Us Army)

Mack Trucks Completes Major Renovation of Lehigh Valley Operations

Mack Trucks Inc.

Several upgrades were made to the facility’s infrastructure, equipment, systems and processes to create a modernized Lean Manufacturing environment.

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Henkel Loctite EA 3501 HT Epoxy Seam Sealant

Henkel Loctite EA 3501 HT epoxy seam sealant provides a tough, flexible bond on metal seams.

Loctite Ea 3501 Ht 2589420 Adhesive 310ml

IEA Expands Manufacturing Capabilities for Heat Exchangers

Installation of an aluminum brazing furnace will help optimize IEA's supply chain and its ability to design and produce products faster.

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Record Number of Robots in U.S. and U.K. Factories

The International Federation of Robotics have released a new report indicating use of industrial robots continues to increase in the United States and United Kingdom.

While the U.K. has a record number of industrial robots, they are behind other European countries.

Lead-Free Plain Bearings Offer Advantages for Commercial Vehicle and Industrial Equipment

KS Kolbenschmidt's lead-free plain bearings can be designed with higher wear resistance, longer life and improved robustness.

Ks 920 Buchsen Aluminiumbronze

KISSsoft Introduces Design/Manufacturing Closed-Loop Software for Cylindrical Gears

The evaluation software helps to ensure an optimized manufacturing process for cylindrical gears.

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PMA September 2020 Business Conditions Report Shows Improvement

Precision Metalforming Association (PMA)

PMA’s September report shows that 40% of metal forming companies predict an improvement in economic activity during the next 3 months.

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GKN Wheels Achieves Manufacturing Targets at New Telford Facility

moveero (formerly GKN Wheels & Structures)

GKN has completely rebuilt its manufacturing facility which is now producing three times as many wheels as its old plant.

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Mack Trucks Begins Full Production of Mack MD Series

Mack Trucks Inc.

The medium-duty trucks are now in full production at Mack’s new Roanoke Valley Operations facility in Virginia.

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