Fastening & Bonding

Applications

3D vision automates sealant application in the aviation industry

3D vision automates sealant application in the aviation industry

French company AKEOPLUS has developed a robot cell that automates the application of a two-component sealant to painted large metal parts. Using the MVTec HALCON machine vision software, the system detects the position of the component, calculates the necessary corrections, and thus enables precise sealant application with an accuracy of +/-0.2 mm, across a large working area.

19th October 2026

Bollhoff supplies technology for the CTU Student Formula Team

Bollhoff supplies technology for the CTU Student Formula Team

Bollhoff is supporting the EFORCE Prague Formula team from the Czech Technical University (CVUT) in Prague in the development of the CTU.26 autonomous electric single-seater. ONSERT and RIVKLE technologies contribute to the precise and efficient handling of composite parts and the assembly of selected vehicle components.

19th August 2026

Endoline solves sticky box challenge for global gum giant

Endoline solves sticky box challenge for global gum giant

A top and bottom case gluer machine, designed and engineered by Endoline Automation, is assisting a global confectionery manufacturing facility in Australia to meet their sustainability targets. Simultaneously, this stronger, more durable packaging solution has doubled packing efficiency for the confectioner.

18th August 2026

Multi-point latching solutions for global energy storage systems

Multi-point latching solutions for global energy storage systems

Southco has partnered with a global leader in new energy technology to co-develop a customised multi-point latching system for energy storage applications. Rather than solving problems for a single company, the collaboration targets industry-wide safety, reliability, and operational challenges in the global energy storage sector.

9th July 2026

ZeroUSV accelerates uncrewed surface vessel deployment with Expander

ZeroUSV accelerates uncrewed surface vessel deployment with Expander

A fleet of innovative autonomous vessels has rapidly accelerated deployment time thanks to the implementation of the Expander System from Nord-Lock. Designed for critical applications ranging from seabed surveys to supporting NATO navies, ZeroUSV's uncrewed surface vessel Oceanus12 leverages the Expander System to reduce downtime and enhance portability for global deployment.

30th June 2026

Intertronics potting expertise enables subsea wireless device to reach the market

Intertronics potting expertise enables subsea wireless device to reach the market

CSignum, a leader in subsea wireless communication, turned to Intertronics when developing the EM-2 - a pioneering device that transmits data from beneath the water's surface using electromagnetic (EM) fields.

25th June 2026

Rotor Clip Limited Intertronics