How investments by PV panel manufacturers help drive demand for automation integrators, machine builders, and component suppliers

A successful robotic-finishing solution in this particular application had to meet two fundamental challenges: grinding in multiple planes—vertical down, horizontal and everywhere in between on the bowl ID; and dealing with the fact that metal spinning can deliver parts with some level of surface variability where a grinding medium must maintain consistent part-surface contact despite imperfections.

A significant challenge faced by a major automotive manufacturer was the development of an effective lift assist device for seat installation. The physically demanding task was leading to inefficiencies, potential safety concerns, and increased production costs. The manufacturer recognized the need for a partner who was familiar with these challenges and could develop a solution within a shortened project timeframe.

A glass fabricator was interested in a robotic system for end-of-line material handling. The application required the transfer of large glass panels from an inspection station to line-side transportation racks for further downstream operations. The application had an added layer of complexity given the variation in glass panel dimensions and the need to integrate with an existing conveyor system.

The time and capital wasted, as well as the organizational skepticism that results from choosing the wrong automation strategy, can be disastrous to a company’s automation agenda. Invio Automation prioritizes automating the operations where they have delivered or witnessed solutions with a successful production track record.

Arsenal Capital Partners (“Arsenal”), a leading private equity firm that specializes in investments in industrial growth and healthcare companies, today announced the rebranding of its advanced automation solutions platform to Invio Automation (“Invio”).

Eckhart’s Jeff Chu sits down with Bluebotics, Eckhart’s AMR LIDAR technology partner, to discuss emerging technology trends and recent innovation.

Manufacturing facilities continue to increase their levels of automation to reduce costs, improve productivity, and increase operational efficiency. Newer forms of automation technology also provide manufacturers with a high degree of flexibility, a capability lacking in many earlier forms of fixed, or ‘hard’, automation.