Assembly - February 2009 - (Page 18) Assembly Lines Recoil, Keysert and Huck brand fasteners, has moved to a new headquarters in Tracy, CA. The new 25,000-square-foot logistics and packaging center represents what the company describes as a “key element” in the ongoing development of its distribution infrastructure. Alcoa Fastening’s distribution group is also working on an 8,000-square-foot distribution center in Del Rio, TX, scheduled to open later this year. enjoyed sales of some $1.5 billion in 2008. Despite the problems facing the U.S. economy, Campbell says he believes a turnaround is very much within reach. At press time, he said he was encouraged by the efforts of President Obama and the new Congress. The new materials, collectively known as “ecological plastic,” will be incorporated in a wide range of components, including scuff plates, headliners and seat cushions. According to Toyota, the materials will account for approximately 60 percent of the interior components in the vehicles that feature it. Toyota Using “Ecological Plastic” on Interiors TOKYO—Toyota Motor Corp. will begin using plant-derived, carbon-neutral plastics in its vehicles, starting with a new hybrid vehicle set to go into production later this year. Arch Chemicals CEO to Lead NAM WASHINGTON—Michael Campbell, CEO of Arch Chemicals Inc. (Norwalk, CT), has begun a two-year term as chairman of the board of directors of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), replacing Charles E. Bunch, chairman and CEO of PPG Industries Inc. (Pittsburgh). The move comes in the wake of Campbell’s election to the office this past fall. A former naval officer, Campbell is a native of Portsmouth, NH, and has led Arch Chemicals since the company’s founding in 1999. A global company specializing in biocides, personal care ingredients and coatings, Arch Chemicals employs approximately 3,000 and RIA Welcomes New Board Members ANN ARBOR, MI—The Robotic Industries Association (RIA) has added six new members to its board of directors, the group that helps develop specific programs and overall strategy for the organization. Representing robotic suppliers are Joe Gemma, division manager for Stäubli Corp., and Mick Estes, distribution manager for FANUC Robotics. Representing robot users are Paul Doll, automation manager at Kraft Foods; Joyce Guthrie, a senior engineer with the U.S. Postal Toyota Motor Corp. says it plans to begin making interior Service; and Dana Komin, director components for its vehicles from “ecological plastic.” Main Part Setup Screen Part Check Zone 1, 2 & 3 Setup Screen Band Check Setup Screen FEC’s innovative software for the Servo Press allows part setup to be performed using picture based data entry screens. This lets the user see and understand exactly what is being programmed with minimal or no training. Features include: • Runs on Windows® compatible computers. • Auto setup - get the press running right out of the box just by selecting the tool, selecting a press method • • • • • and entering a desired target value (load or distance). 5+ user definable in-process check zones. Band Check - draw high and low limit “bands” around a good press curve and use for judgment. Results can be displayed in a chart, display panel format or on an imported picture of the part. Optional real time force and distance display. Best of all - it’s provided to you at no charge with a system purchase! Electric Multi-Spindle Fixtured Nutrunners * Electric Single-Spindle Handheld Nutrunners * Electric Servo Presses * Turnkey Automated Assembly Systems 51327 Quadrate Dr. Macomb, Mi. 48042 | Phone: (586) 781-2100 | Fax: (586) 781-0044 E-mail: sales@fec-usa.com 18 ASSEMBLY / February 2009 www.assemblymag.com | Website: www.fec-usa.com http://www.fec-usa.com http://www.fec-usa.com http://www.assemblymag.com
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