In overmolding of plastic onto electronic components, the goal
today is flexibility. Here are three real-world examples of different
kinds of modular cell layouts that have been used in production.
More quality output in less time, more uptime/less downtime for maintenance and changeovers, and ability to make a wider range of products with a given capital investment—those imperatives are driving innovation at NPE2018.
At NPE, key themes will be cell automation and equipment connectivity. Look for more capable robots and forward thinking about Industry 4.0. The “collaborative” niche is also growing.