Factory transformation – Page 5
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ArticleFord upgrades its Cologne plant to be the European Electrification Centre
Ford’s Rene Wolf talks about the company’s electrification plans and the imminent impact on its Cologne plant
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ArticleBuilding an electric vehicle architecture
AMS spoke with REE Automotive for some insights into the production and application of its corner technology
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ArticleAMS Electric Vehicles – The road to e-mobility
In this latest AMS digital edition we will look closely at how manufacturers are developing and finetuning their electric powertrain technologies, platforms and production processes, with in-depth features on Skoda, GM, Ford, Volta Trucks, REE Automotive and more.
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InterviewCATL: A rising power in European EV battery production
Matthias Zentgraf, president of Europe for China’s CATL, is tasked with localising battery cell production in Europe and meeting new technology requirements. He speaks to AMS ahead of joining a panel on battery cell production at the AMS Automotive Evolution Europe Summit in Munich
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ArticleAdaptive technology: Multi-Chem battery
Williams Advanced Engineering has developed a Multi-Chem battery technology that could meet the requirements of a range of vehicle types
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InterviewFord fitting out Rouge plant to quadruple F-150 EV output after sales stampede
The use of automated guided vehicles instead of a traditional assembly line format is a key enabler in the aggressive production ramp-up Ford is implementing.
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ArticleChanging chemistry: EV battery developments to meet energy, cost and cell design requirements
OEMs are utilising different cell formats and anode-cathode materials to optimise batteries for a range of vehicle segments
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ArticleLeader of the pack: GM looks to optimised cell chemistry and format for EV success
GM focuses on optimising the Ultium battery cells and pack to make it configurable across a number of vehicle segments
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InterviewAfter baptism of fire, BMW plant has room to grow in Mexico
Under Mexico plant director Harald Gottsche, BMW has launched new models during the pandemic, navigated supply disruptions, integrated new technology and maintained staff levels – and it’s ready to expand.
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ArticleAdjusting to a new climate: Alternative powertrain testing
AMS visited a newly upgraded test facility to get an insight into the equipment and process requirements for electric and fuel cell powertrains
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ArticleGM benefits from EV plant upgrades across North America in pick-up truck battle
General Motors’ investments in EV trucks and pick-up manufacturing position it to capture growth in what is a fiercely contested segment in North America.
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ArticleFramework for adapting passive grippers in the assembly line
Digital framework developed to support design of passive grippers and adaptive assembly operations
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ArticleAMS Autumn 2022 – Turning virtual into a reality
The latest AMS digital edition details how digital tools are playing an increasingly important role in planning and improving production processes, featuring in-depth features on BMW, Audi, Skoda, Ford and more.
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ArticleŠkoda trials 5G communications in lab, anticipating roll-out to manage factories
Škoda trials 5G communications to support production operations and development of the smart factory
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ArticleBMW Digitalisation – Virtual becomes a reality
BMW using digital twins to simulate production for new plants and upgrades for existing facilities
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ArticleFactories in China’s Sichuan province forced to close for six days amid power shortage
Plants in China’s Sichuan province, including those run by Toyota and Foxconn, have been told to suspend operations amid electricity shortages
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ArticleFord’s e-coating edge for the new Ranger’s chassis frames
Ford uses the latest e-coatings to ensure optimum coverage on the chassis frames for the new Ranger pick-up
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ArticleWhat Vorsprung durch Technik means for Audi manufacturing in 2022
Audi is making progress in production through virtual reality, AI and software prototype builds, modular assembly, quality control and energy conservation.
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ArticleAutomotive battery manufacturing and supply chain 2022: Risks, regulation and resiliency
The latest AMS battery report forecasts production capacity, analyses suppliers and materials, and shows why OEMs and suppliers are forging new partnerships
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NewsCars à la carte – Audi trials modular production to control customisation costs
The premium OEM is applying the efficiency focus that has fine-tuned production lines over many years to the more bespoke tasks in modular assembly as EV and supply complexity increases.