Automation cells perform specific manufacturing processes in place of manual operation. They typically contain at least one robot, a turntable, controller, and other equipment, like an automatic tool changer. A custom automation cell is tailored to the unique needs of your business and products and the processes involved in creating them. Here's what you should know about how these systems work, industries that utilize them, and the benefits they provide.

How Do a Custom Automation Cell Work?

Exactly how a custom automation cell works will vary because each one is unique and personalized to the requirements of the business. There are a variety of robotic and machine vision applications that can be custom designed for certain duties. For instance, an application can be developed to perform basic picking and sorting tasks, visual inspections of product, and end-of-arm tooling for delicate or sensitive materials or for faster cycle times.

What Industries Is It Used In?

Automation is becoming more and more common across a wide number of industries in which precision and repeatability are crucial to quality and success. You can find custom automation cells in industries as diverse as aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing, as well as in food and beverage production.

What Are the Benefits of Custom Automation Cells?

With automation cells, you can rely on consistently high levels of repeatability and accuracy. The result is dependable, quality products made according to the standards of your industry and your specific business. End-users always appreciate consistency and quality, and you can count on delivering the product the clientele needs to meet your sales goals.

They are also more cost effective. They replace highly paid workers and require little in the way of maintenance. They are able to work quicker as well, generating more product in a fraction of the time. When you invest in more than one robot for the cell, you have an all-in-one solution that saves on the cost of buying multiple pieces of individual equipment.

Automation cells are also a safer solution. They are not prone to accidents and injuries as human workers are, and they are also more hygienic, making them ideal for medical and health care manufacturing applications.

Experience the benefits of a custom automation cell for your business. Pacific Integrated Manufacturing in Bonita, CA, has been designing these cells for more than 20 years. They also provide plastic injection molding, assembly kitting, and packaging services. Call (619) 921-3464 to request a quote for your project or visit them online to explore their services in more detail.