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Coherix Expands Engineering Workshop Program for 2025

Coherix, based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has announced an exciting expansion of its engineering workshops aimed at improving the application of adhesives and sealants used in manufacturing. This initiative is part of the company's commitment to enhance the industry standards in automotive and consumer electronics sectors.

In 2025, Coherix plans to significantly increase the number of workshops from three to six. This change will also allow the company to boost enrollment potential from 70 to an impressive 200 participants. The Total Dispensing System Engineering Workshop (TDSE) is notably designed for engineers who specialize in automotive, electronic, robotic, and dispensing systems.

The first workshop of the year is scheduled for January 23, 2025, at the Coherix Technical Center in Ann Arbor. These sessions are offered free of charge but come with limited slots due to high demand. This gathering, sponsored by the Engineering and Manufacturing Alliance (EMA), is set to bring together engineers from diverse industries to explore and solve common dispensing challenges encountered in production lines.

During these workshops, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with system integrators, robot suppliers, dispensing equipment suppliers, and material suppliers. The goal is to foster collaboration and exchange of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in adhesive dispensing.

Terry Taylor, who leads the Coherix Dispensing System Engineering Team, will moderate the workshops. With over 25 years of experience, Taylor will guide discussions on various topics. The workshop is framed to tackle issues such as:

• - Proper selection criteria for dispensing equipment
• - Techniques to manage part-to-part variability
• - Solutions for material viscosity changes
• - Strategies to prevent squeeze-out during production
• - Methods to optimize adhesive usage
• - Addressing communication delays within production cells

Dwight Carlson, CEO of Coherix, emphasized the intricate process of developing effective dispensing systems, which involves robots, fixtures, adhesive equipment, and numerous other elements. He mentioned, “It’s been an art up till now, but we aim to inject more science and collaborative efforts into the mix.” With the remarkable interest received in previous workshops, more are planned throughout the year: in March, May, July, September, and November.

Coherix has also pioneered groundbreaking technology in 3D-enabled adaptive process control. This advancement allows for high-performance adhesive dispensing inspections vital for various industries, including automotive, medical, and consumer electronics. The Coherix 3D Mini™ can inspect adhesive beads as minuscule as two human hairs and operates more efficiently than traditional 2D systems.

Coherix currently services nearly 150 of the world's top automakers and tier-one suppliers. The company has over 4,500 dispensing systems installed globally, equipped with its cutting-edge 3D computer vision technology. Headquartered in Michigan, Coherix also maintains operations in countries like China, Germany, Japan, Mexico, and Singapore.

For more information and to register for upcoming workshops, visit the Coherix website at www.coherix.com. This expansion is certainly a significant step forward for all engineering professionals in the adhesive applications domain, paving the way for more innovative and efficient manufacturing solutions.