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Articles in January, 2009 issue of Assembly

• Failing our future.(Editorial)
• Eight robotic cells assemble engine part: those robots can fly like maniac ninjas.(Automation Profiles)
• Valve ensures exact shots.(NEW & NOTEWORTHY)
• Monitor linear and rotary motion.(NEW & NOTEWORTHY)
• Printer provides speed, precision.(NEW & NOTEWORTHY)
• Cordless driver reaches tough spots.(NEW & NOTEWORTHY)
• Dissecting the nut factor.(Fastening THREADS)
  by Archer, David
• New process for molding auto parts uses less resin.(Assembly Innovations)
• Mobile robot drills holes in airplane components.(Assembly Innovations)
• Handheld ultrasonic instrument reads hidden Matrix codes.
• Hybrid material combines properties of metal, plastic.(Assembly Innovations)
• Coating, heal thyself!(Assembly Innovations)
• Bolt reports how much load it's applying.(Assembly Innovations)
• Vision systems ensure quality of medical devices: one assembler uses machine vision to inspect dialysis filters passing by at 400 millimeters per second.(QUALITY in ASSEMBLY)
  by Sprovieri, John
• Boeing's 747 freighter also behind schedule.(Assembly Lines)
• EFD Inc. opens new plant.(Assembly Lines)
• JLG opening China factory.(Assembly Lines)
• Robot orders down 19 percent.(Assembly Lines)
• Staubli Corp. expanding plant.(Assembly Lines)
• Schunk receives machinery award.(Assembly Lines)
• Jergens acquires Bock Workholding.(Assembly Lines)
• NAM applauds Obama education pick.(Assembly Lines)
• Bombardier closes sale to Ethiopian Airlines.(Assembly Lines)
• Harman opens Chinese plant.(Assembly Lines)
• Norfolk Southern installs second wind turbine.(Assembly Lines)
• Bosch expanding solar production.(Assembly Lines)
• Caterpillar cutting costs at all levels.(Assembly Lines)
• Hand craft meets high tech in North America.(Assembly Lines)
  by Morszeck, Dieter
• Award ceremony honors IBM Poughkeepsie.(2008 Assembly Plant of the Year)
• NXP uses automation to remain competitive.(Assembly in Action)
• Engine plant saves money on lighting.(Assembly in Action)(Company overview)
• Laser welds ensure durable seals.(Assembly in Action)
• Hub connection system eliminates downtime, maintenance issues.(Assembly in Action)
• Robots improve insert molding processes.(Robotics Notebook)
• Joining joints: orthopedics is one of the fastest-growing medical market segments.(Medical Device Assembly)
  by Weber, Austin
• Keeping screws tight: preventing screws from loosening requires the right combination of thread design, torque specification and fastening tool.(Screwdriving)
  by Sprovieri, John
• A Sunny disposition: to help curb costs, solar panel manufacturers are increasingly employing robotics as much as possible.(Automated Assembly)
  by Cort, Adam
• Dispensing cyanoacrylates: the key to cost-effective bonds with these adhesives is putting the right amount in the right place.(Adhesives)
  by Beebe, Scott
• Plastic welding by numbers: today's ultrasonic plastic welders offer unprecedented control over the joining process. But what exactly do all those settings mean?(Ultrasonics)
  by Sprovieri, John
• Press offers a large work envelope.(Products)
• Let a robot do the dispensing.(Products)
• Microscope simplifies surface analysis.(Products)
• Servomotors fit the bill.(Products)
• Access screws more efficiently.(Products)
• Ensure correct pinning of connectors.(Products)
• Speed up tooling changes.(Products)
• Torque test stand is modular.(Products)
• Ensure consistent light curing.(Products)
• Controller offers ease of use.(Products)
• Index drive available overnight.(Products)
• Conveyor well suited to accumulation applications.(Products)
• Gripper configured for packaging.(Products)
• Wafer lifter is ready to go.(Products)
• Jets enable precise, fast dispensing.(Products)
• Senssors ignore background clutter.(Products)
• Presses include anti-rotation features.(Products)
• Encoders can take the abuse.(Products)
• Stages are robust, accurate.(Products)
• Interchangeable insert ratchet wrenches.(Products)
• Coating reduces friction in linear motion applications.(Products)
• Carts serve as portable workstations.(Products)
• X-Y tables feature composite bases.(Products)
• Create more powerful control cabinets.(Products)
• Secure your work with magnets.(Products)
• Crimper makes operators' lives easier.(Products)
• Organizer is ESD safe.(Products)
• Wireless system offers powerful tether option.(Products)
• Wire stripper is adjustable.(Products)
• Find, measure leaks fast.(Products)
• Sensor line provides options.(Products)
• Tool changer handles heavy loads.(Products)
• Use hydraulics to secure work.(Products)
• Lifter employs standard shop air.(Products)
• New locating pin style.(Products)
• Feeder employs robotic arm.(Products)
• Lift trucks can cross rough surfaces.(Products)
• Marker is fast, versatile.(Products)
• Slides are clean, low maintenance.(Products)
• Lift and rotate small parts.(Products)
• Disconnect switch enhances safety.(Products)

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