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COMPANY FACTS
• Collins Aerospace ( CA ) has become a colossal conglomerate in aerospace manufacturing .
• Posting US $ 2.5bn adjusted operating profit from US $ 14.7bn net sales in 2017 , the company maintains a wide range of products present in almost every aircraft .
• The company ’ s divisions range from actuation and propellers , aerostructures , air management systems , electric systems and engine controls , all the way to interiors and space systems .
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• Housing a number of outdated technologies designed over 20 years ago , CA has embraced new digital tools which will promote ease of manufacture .
• The use of robotics , innovative tracking systems and automation are all areas which manufacturers are exploring to transform their assembly , test , maintenance repair and overhaul capabilities .
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