General Motors is a world leader in transportation innovations including electric cars and self-driving technology. The production of the Chevy Bolt electric car required a overhead conveyor pallet design, made up of risers that support and position parts along the assembly line. The existing conveyor encountered infrequent but periodic downtime due to excess tooling weight on the automation equipment. Aluminum risers were considered because they offered a lighter alternative but that solution would also involve sending the conveyor pallets offsite for periodic maintenance and repair.