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Production processes – factory automation

Production processes are all activities related to the production of products. These include the gradual completion or creation of the expected product in accordance with the design or process assumptions.

 

Types of production

The production of products is linked to a value chain that includes supply, technological processes, transport and storage. Types of production can be differentiated by nature, location or volume.

Production lines

The organization of processes is arranged sequentially,where subsequent stages follow each other, finally giving the finished product. Production lines can be manual, semi-automatic or fully automated and robotic. Highly efficient lines are usually geared towards the production of one or several different products. Efficiency comes from the speed of individual processes, and the transformation of tools to different products affects volumes. Lines that are adapted to the production of different products must be equipped with additional equipment that will allow them to handle products that differ, for example, in size.

                                Production is flexible

An example of such a solution is a line for the installation of lighting lamps. On a conveyor with several different stations, you can put one of the many types of positioning trolleys, which are adapted to specific lamp sizes. In this way, production is flexible and more products can be added – all you have to do is design and manufacture a new typeofproduct.

                               Nest production

Nest production is a more flexible variant of a traditional production line. Individual workstations or process stations are not permanently bound by the flow of the product. This means that we can produce different types and types of products by changing the order of the stations. This type of production is possible if some technological processes do not have to follow each other.

                                Hi-runner

Our nest production concept has been applied to a factory in the furniture industry. We have unified all robotic stations, so they can be rearranged according to your needs. The most common products are manufactured on thehi-runnerline. On the other hand, all the others can be produced flexibly  by making  sockets in individual technological lines.

                                 Diffuse generation

Distributed production proved itself in the era of the pandemic, when various industries suffered from lockdown  or lack of raw materials. This type of manufacturing is not tied to a specific place. Based on 3D models, production can be subcontracted depending on the availability of human and material resources. This is where 3D printing and, for example, laser cutting work great. Distributed production allows you to save your own resources and make the customer independent of suppliers. New technologies  help to produce more and faster, but in this case the emphasis should be on the security of our data – i.e. digital libraries and data transfer, for example.

 

Production processes

Production processes

– mechanical – completing and assembling, twisting, assembly, cleaning, labeling

– chemical – gluing, dispensing  liquids and gaskets, UV curing, painting

– permanent joining of elements – welding, soldering

– machining – CNC, grinding

– testing – mechanical,pneumatic, electrical, EOL

– natural – resulting from the natural action of the forces of nature – drying, cooling, etc.

Production processes – preparation of raw materials, transport, packaging and palletizing.

How do we do it at Alnea? We have extensive experience in implementing production processes on automatic lines. The Horus 3D vision system developed by us allows for offsetting of production processes and additionally image analysis and control, which allows you to maintain the highest standards and key performance indicators – KPIs (Key Performance Indicators).

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Production lines – automation and robotization of production processes

Manufacturing companies are now facing increasing demands on the speed, quality and customization of  the production of goods and goods. The last few years indicate an increasing need for changes and development of Polish companies. Integrators are getting more and more inquiries about production lines, which means that automation and robotization of production processes is playing an increasingly important role.

 

Production processes

Production processes are all activities that affect the production of products. They cover the  entire value chain – transport, storage, material flows and direct actions on the raw materials, components and details that make up our final product. An important element are also technological processes related to, for example, soldering, gluing, welding, cooling, i.e. in general physico-chemical phenomena to which the product or its elements are subjected.

Types of production lines

The pioneer of production lines is considered to be the American tycoon Henry Ford, who more than a hundred years ago organized production processes in one sequence. Although, in fact, the very departure from the manufactory forced similar solutions in production companies. Although the lines were created, they now cover all industries and thanks to them most of the goods available on the market are mass-produced.

                Manual lines

Manual lines are an organized sequence of processes in which all actions are performed by operators. An example would be, for example, a packaging line. At the conveyor belt on both sides there are employees performing on the koela activities – laying cardboard boxes, inserting furniture, spacers, screws and finally close the lid and palletize the finished package. Such a line can be efficient, requires an efficient flow of details and a large organization of employees who are basically irreplaceable in it.

                Semi-automatic lines

Semi-automatic lines are equipped with a conveyor system and equipment that helps with assembly or other processes. Such a semi-automatic line can be a production line of lamp assembly. Thepalletsbetween the individualstationsare slowly replenished  by operators thanks to automatic screwdrivers, testers, etc.

Semi-automatic lines can also have robotic sections, but between them there is always an operator station that performs some of the tasks independently

                Robotic lines, automatic lines

Automatic lines are a string of automatic stations that perform a programmed sequence of actions one by one. The operator only added components, received products and watches over the correctness of processes. Yes! With automatic lines, a human is also needed. Robotic lines are advanced manufacturing centers that, although quite expensive to buy, allow you to maintain quality and stabilize production.

               Assembly stations, test benches

Sometimes we don’t need a production line. All you need is, for example, an assembly station or a test stand. With uncomplicated applications, a properly designed human-operated station is not only more efficient, but also cheaper.

 

We build production lines

At Alnea, we have many years of experience in designing and building production lines, robotic lines, testers and assembly stations. We come to the customer, get to know his needs and requirements, and then we construct the entire machine from scratch. We have competence in the field of line construction and we recommend ourselves for cooperation. Here you can see what we have managed to create in 10 years.

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Automated assembly station

A large part of the production is still carried out in manual or semi-automatic mode. The use of advanced machines is common for components or products with very high precision, but there is still little investment in smaller companies. Assembly processes can be automated, a small change can give a big effect in the form of more stable and accurate production. It also allows you to exploit the potential of the operator.

Which assembly processes are easy to automate?

The simplest assembly processes for automation are usually soldering,twisting, folding (e.g. plastic part of the housing). Of course, some products are manufactured in such a way that automation will be unprofitable, or simply the product requires human intervention in terms of accuracy, manual sense or visual control.

Other  processes  do not directly interfere with the product, but contribute to faster production – e.g.  transport, packaging or palletizing.

Assembly stations

Alnea specializes in the construction  of machines, production lines, but we also create assembly stations. Typical mounting stations can be purchased from many companies. However, we equip our stations with equipment according to the customer’s demand. In addition, we create production testers that increase efficiency and reduce losses associated with further processing of defective or non-compliant products.

 

Semi-automatic assembly

To move away from manual installation, we can use semi-automatic installation. This is a good solution when some processes are easy to automate and others require operator involvement. An example of this is the position where the employee pre-assembles the product and then the machines weld, foil and label it.

Robotic assembly station

Bentley among the production stations is a robotic assembly station. The operator’s task is to deliver components, and integrated robotics and automation systems perform all activities including packaging.

The use of the Horus vision system significantly accelerates the offset of production processes, including assembly processes. Our riveting station for  sub-gutter hooks  has been designed to reduce employee interference.

At Alnea we will design a assembly station for you for the construction industry,  automotive or electronics.

See what robotic assembly looks like

 

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Production lines – design and modernization

Market requirements are increasing, production needs to be better planned, energy efficient and scalable. Alnea  also has the design and modernization of production lines in portfolio.   A well-planned, well-planned and successful on-site implementation can be the beginning of a longer cooperation, and whose roles of the client and contractor cease to be the basic determinant of the relationship. Cooperation on some projects is rather a partnership based on trust. No one wants to invest in expensive machines without a guarantee of success. The proven integrator is not only a production line supplier, it is also an advisor, tester and technological support.

 

Manual workstations

In a company producing lighting elements such as lamps and fluorescent lamps, we have implemented an assembly line. Manual workstations connected by a conveyor were adapted to different products – from quite small to large ones. We also designed a second twin line, but with a robotic position – to compare different process characteristics.

The collection and analysis of valuable data is a feature of Industry 4.0. We don’t always have to buy the most expensive technologies – sometimes a well-thought-out data collection system is enough – as in Factory 4.0 or tailored to kanban production. Our engineers will help you choose the right solution using your experience.

 

Production line design

We have also been asked to  analyse product manufacturing in  depth – including component  deliveries. The recommendations allowed the board to decide on design changes. It would be unprofitable to build completely new assumptions, so we started looking for savings in the automation of individual production processes or the way components are supplyed. The changes were  not  critical – they mainly consisted in redesigning themold for casting, and contributed to a lot of  savings.

 

Modernization of the production line

Today, many companies invest in automation and robotics or are looking for solutions in the field of Industry 4.0. You don’t have to buy new machines. Alnea  proposes a simple solution, which is the modernization of the production line. We will come to you, take measurements, analyze the process and product, and then offer you several different modernization options. Contact us – we will choose the right model of cooperation for your needs.

Industrial automation

If you are wondering whether industrial automation is a good solution for your company, please visit Alnea. We share knowledge, advise, test – we are here for you …

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Alnea and Industry 4.0

Since 2010, we have been creating a new reality by promoting Industry 4.0 in our region, in Poland, in Europe. We work with local companies, we implement production lines in Silesia and the Czech Republic. We have business partners in Hungary, Germany, the Netherlands and Italy. We started timidly, but we did quite well. We went through a few crises, a pandemic wiser for some experiences. We decided to summarize the first decade of Alnea.

Production 4.0

Modern production 4.0 is machines, robots and innovations. We have designed really large production lines, we managed to implement EOL testers, assembly lines and 3 unique customized production machines. We have 57 industrial robots, including cobots and AGV mobile robots.

 

Planing 4.0

Automation and robotization cannot exist without a good plan. Planning 4.0 is our domain. We have created 16 advanced visualizations of factories, machines and processes that can be viewed on Google VR. Thanks to this, we avoid costly errors during implementation, and the customer can see the entire concept in 3D instead of 2D.

Conference 4.0

Workshops 4.0 and conference 4.0 is also our domain. At the end of 2019, we got involved in the project proposed by the Platform of Future Industry. We trained over 60 top managers from all over Poland – we were visited by representatives of local companies, great plants on the food market, from the furniture and automotive industries.

Our knowledge of Automation and Robotization of the AiR Industry is another dimension of cooperation with local companies. We invite managers and directors of production companies to meet the best specialists in Industry 4.0. The third edition of AiR is coming soon!

Industrial automation

If you are wondering whether industrial automation is a good solution for your company, please visit Alnea. We share knowledge, advise, test – we are here for you …

If you would like to receive an offer for industrial robots, cobots, mobile robots
write to us as soon as possible: office@alnea.pl

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