John Sprovieri

Localized heating with lasers increases ductility of high-strength steel, enabling it to be clinched effectively. April 20, 2026

Robots enable skilled welders to handle more technically demanding tasks. April 21, 2026

PIA's Automation's assembly system, custom-built for Bic, includes six blade-handling modules, which are connected by two parallel transport systems. The fully automated system is capable of high-volume production while maintaining high quality.

Overall, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) has been net positive for all three countries, and it has contributed to a dynamic, robust North American economy. However, the Trump Administration has indicated that without concessions from Mexico and Canada, the U.S. will not renew the agreement.

As a result of their demonstration project, Daimler Truck engineers estimate that approximately 80 percent of the materials used to build a garbage truck could be replaced with recycled materials and natural and bio-based materials

May 14, 2026 Ultrasonic welding is a form of friction welding that joins parts together by vibrating them against each other.

May 15, 2026 No matter what type of product is being assembled, conveyors are essential for mass production. They transfer parts from station to station.

According to the International Air Transport Association, the global trade association for airlines, the world's carriers will fly more than 5.2 billion passengers on 40.3 million flights in 2026. Compared with 2022, that's a 50 percent increase in passengers and a 37 percent increase in flights.

Safer UV-cure adhesives head list of new materials for assembling medical devices, automotive displays and battery compartments. June 19, 2026

The instrument represents a less expensive alternative to helium-based testers. June 24, 2026