Rick Haas

How could a strike at a major stamping plant affect the production of your favorite vehicles? Over 1,000 employees at Stellantis' Warren Stamping Plant are prepared to strike, emphasizing unresolved health and safety issues that could halt production of models like the Ram and Jeep Wrangler. Learn more about what's at stake and the broader implications for the auto industry. #AutoIndustry #Manufacturing #Stellantis

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Are you using resonant frequency inspection? Frustrated with having to accept poor defect detection or too many false rejects? Upgrade your EZ-NDT or RAM-NDT systems to SmartTest and achieve NEXT LEVEL results. With SmartTest you can expect to achieve a 50% reduction in false rejects AND a 30-40% increase in daily throughput vs. that of legacy systems. The result is a sharp increase in daily yield, a significant reduction in scrap cost associated with false rejects, a huge reduction in per-piece inspection costs, and a corresponding huge gain in work center productivity. Now through year-end AMS is offering a 12% discount from list price on all system upgrade orders. There’s never been a better time to move to the most advanced acoustic resonance inspection systems available anywhere – SmartTest. Contact us today to learn more.  Contact Us - Advanced Material Solutions hashtag #metallurgy hashtag #ndt hashtag #aluminium hashtag #casting hashtag #automotivemanufacturing hashtag #ndtinspection hashtag #castings hashtag #powdermetallurgy hashtag #castiron hashtag #ndttechnician hashtag #ndttesting hashtag #ndtservices hashtag #ndtinspector

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This week, ZF's Kyle Williams spoke at WardsAuto's AutoTech Detroit on the evolving landscape for Tier 1 suppliers and exploring how suppliers can remain competitive in this dynamic era of SDVs. During the session, Kyle tackled the significant challenges suppliers face, including increased competition from tech companies and automakers developing their own software, and revenue loss due to hardware commoditization. Despite these hurdles, there are many opportunities in collaborating with software tech companies, co-developing new software functions with automakers, innovating sensor technologies, and using data to create unique selling points. In this era of software-defined vehicles, adaptation and innovation are crucial. ZF’s cubiX technology is a prime example of how integrated systems can redefine vehicle control and propel the industry forward. #AutoTechDetroit #Innovation #Mobility #ZF #cubiX

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Road Trip Alert!! 🚗🛣️ GM's new infotainment system will forecast the battery percentage at your destination, revolutionizing the #EV Road trip Experience. Learn more from our Executive Director of Product Management for Infotainment, Charging and Viewing, Mike Hichme, in this piece from Built In. #IWorkForGM

Do you carry more than one AC/DC power supply with your crash data retrieval equipment? If you do, you might want to take a few minutes to look at the label and make sure it is correct for the CDR/EDR tool you are using. Recently a Bosch CDR tool user reached out to me about a problem they were having with their CDR 900 not working with the AC/DC power supply for direct to module data collection, but it did work with the DC power cord. That led me to believe the AC/DC power supply was bad. When I inquired what the current rating was I was told 4.5 amps. That did not sound right since the current Bosch AC/DC power supply is rated at 2.5 amps. It turns out they had been using the power supply for their field laptop (output 16 volts). Once they switched to the correct power supply everything worked as intended. All four of these power supplies have a 12-volt DC output and all four have the same size plug and would be interchangeable as far as the device was concerned. However, all four have different current ratings. The one on the upper left is the original Vetronix CDR tool power supply and is only rated at 1 amp. If you have it do NOT use it. The one on the upper right is a more recent Vetronix/Bosch power supply rated at 2.5 amps. The one on the lower left is for the Hyundai-Kia GIT EDR tool rated at 3.33 amps. The one on the lower right is for the Tesla EDR tool rated at 2 amps. In a pinch I might be inclined to use one of the three CDR/EDR tool power supplies if the correct power supply failed.  Having too much or not enough voltage/current can potentially cause a problem and/or damage to equipment. Make sure you use the correct power supply with the correct CDR/EDR tool. If other power supplies (laptop) have the same size plug make sure you somehow label them. #vetronix #bosch #GIT #cdr #edr #amps #amperes

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Don't miss David O'Brien of Quantum5 on the next Ted Ings Presents FIXED OPS ROUNDTABLE: 90's Rewind! May 15 at 11:05 am. https://lnkd.in/gEu_T_4k #quantum5 #automotive #automotiveindustry #automotivetraining #training #autodealers #auto #autodealerships #customerloyalty #training #learning #learningsolutions

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Don't miss David O'Brien of Quantum5 on the next Ted Ings Presents FIXED OPS ROUNDTABLE: 90's Rewind! May 15 at 11:05 am. https://lnkd.in/gEu_T_4k #quantum5 #automotive #automotiveindustry #automotivetraining #training #autodealers #auto #autodealerships #customerloyalty #training #learning #learningsolutions

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I am frequently asked, “What are the ideal drive conditions to perform Dynamic Calibrations?” There are three main factors that impact the performance of Dynamics Calibrations: - Weather: I’m from the great state of Wisconsin, so I’ve seen firsthand the impact the snow and rain can have on a Dynamic Calibration in a repair. It’s unpredictable and it isn’t a controlled environment, like a Static Calibration. - Traffic: Rush hour traffic is not the time to perform a Dynamic Calibration. You need 2-5 car lengths and the ability to hit speeds from 15 mph to 75 mph. - Road conditions: Interstates are horrible spots to do a Dynamic Calibration. Consider the quality of the lines and the closeness of objects to the road to ensure a repair. I talk more about how to identify the right conditions and the prerequisites for performing a Dynamic Calibration in the latest @asTech Lunch and Learn. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gg2qjm_U

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Actions speak louder than words. Without genuine change, an apology is just empty noise. It's like a broken record—sounds nice, but ultimately it's stuck in the same place. Real change means growth, progress, and building trust anew. To truly change behavior after an apology, it’s about commitment and consistency. Here’s a quick roadmap: 1. **Reflect deeply**: Understand why the behavior occurred and its impact. 2. **Acknowledge**: Admit the mistake to yourself and others involved. 3. **Set clear intentions**: Commit to specific actions that demonstrate change. 4. **Seek feedback**: Regularly ask for input to stay on track. 5. **Make adjustments**: Be ready to adapt and improve continually. Change is a journey, not a switch. Meaningful change earns back trust and builds stronger connections.

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While I applaud Samsung SDI Battery Systems for shipping early samples to EV customers, we are very far as an industry from a commercial All Solid State Battery - ASSB. 🔋 The road to commercializing ASSBs is paved with technical challenges. Here are some key hurdles that need to be overcome for widespread adoption: - **Material Stability:** Solid electrolytes must be chemically stable across various conditions to avoid issues like dendrite formation and safety risks. - **Interface Compatibility:** Establishing good contact between electrolytes and electrodes is critical for efficient ion transport, energy density, and power output. - **Manufacturing Complexity:** Scaling up production of ASSBs is intricate and costly, as current processes are not easily adaptable. - **Cost:** The expensive materials used in ASSBs make them less economically feasible for mass-market use compared to conventional lithium-ion batteries. - **Safety Concerns:** While solid electrolytes offer advantages over liquid ones, safety risks like thermal runaway and dendrite formation persist. Though companies like Samsung SDI have showcased ASSB prototypes, mass production faces significant research challenges. With lithium-ion technology advancing rapidly, ASSBs have a tough competition to improve performance and cost. The promise of ASSBs in energy storage is bright, but their mainstream integration is still years away. 🔍🔋 #Batteries #EnergyStorage #TechnologyDevelopment #100in5 #xfc

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Are you ready to shape the future of #vehiclemanufacturing? https://ow.ly/ryXA50SCHBC Attending #AutomotiveSMX in Detroit this August? Don't miss Cprime's Konstantin Popov revealing how integrated platforms and modern operating models can: • Accelerate innovation • Streamline operations • Boost financial performance Learn more: https://ow.ly/ryXA50SCHBC #AutomotiveInnovation #SmartManufacturing

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