Use Case Automation Planning

Our automation planning projects typically begin with an automation potential analysis (APA). Using gearbox assembly as an example, our experts objectively analyze the manual workstation in detail using our evaluation form. Each individual process is assessed for its suitability for automation based on four key characteristics: separation, handling, positioning, and joining. We also incorporate production data to assess both the technical and economic potential. In our example, we have processes that are more difficult to automate but offer significant savings potential. A Design for Automation (DfA) analysis helps us to optimize the product for automation. Once the product is deemed suitable for automation, we create a simulation of the automation solution to simulate critical aspects, space requirements, and cycle times. Based on this simulation, we conduct feasibility studies in our test environments to verify critical sub-functions.