BUFFALO, N.Y., Oct. 26 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Gemcor remains a global leader in developing and manufacturing automated fastening systems for aircraft after 80 years in business. Founded in 1937 by Thomas H. Speller Sr. as The General Engineering Company, Gemcor was the first company to automate fastening of aircraft parts and assemblies. Speller’s innovation had significant benefits beyond critical improvements in production speed. Automated fastening improved worker welfare, increased the quality and safety of aircraft, and in later years, led to reductions in fuel consumption.(…)
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