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“ Our expertise lies in bespoke automation , which is where Mechtech grew our knowledge and experience in different types of equipment and technologies , whether it be robotics , assembly benches , or assembly machines , every aspect of the design is tailored to the customers ’ needs . We work almost exclusively in-house , from initial applications and 2D or 3D simulations at the proposal stage , right through to user specifications , automation assembly , and project delivery . Each machine is even fitted with our own innovative software and control system , making us a one-stop shop for all automation needs .
Plug and play solution
“ We get involved with anything from manual assembly-built assist benches all the way through to fully automated robotic production lines ,” he reiterates . “ Until 2011 , Mechtech Automation Group was predominantly involved with bespoke solutions , but this status changed in 2015 with the development and introduction of Robopod , our first standardized , ‘ robot in a box ’ solution . Robopod offers plug-and-play capabilities , enabling our customers to produce parts or automate a process within an hour of receiving the product on their shop floor ; it ’ s freestanding , portable and uses minimal footprint on the shop floor , all it requires is to plug in power and air for prompt installation and once connected you are ready to start .
“ Within its first year , Robopod generated sales of around £ 1.7 million and today , these sales equate to around 50-to-60 percent of our complete revenue . As we approach the pod ’ s tenth anniversary in 2025 , we ’ re now in the Pod ’ s third generation of design with a standard software package that is not only simple to use but is also strengthened with every project undertaken . Robopod ’ s focus over the next 12 months is to explore a further update that focuses on the aesthetics to ensure the sleek appearance of the pod when in operation .
Within its first year , Robopod generated sales of around £ 1.7 million
“ Robopod is entirely unique in that it can be programmed to complete a range of applications , such as assembly , ultrasonic welding , inspection , polishing , and component processing . For customers with high varieties of different products , the pod offers flexible modular automation , with the ability to add or remove automation by adding an extra pod or tailoring each pod to a specific task within a series .”
Tony continues : “ One of Robopod ’ s key differentiators from other similar products on the market is the fact that Robopod can be reconfigured . We can take a Pod back from a customer facility once a product line or process has become obsolete and retool it to do something completely different , protecting the customers investment of the industrial 6 axis or SCARA robot , pod chassis , control & pneumatic system . This also applies to our software , which can be reprogrammed if the customers ’ process or application changes , offering total flexibility .
Product portfolio
“ Furthermore , the Robopod control systems also have the capability to enable our customer secure remote dial in function that can be viewed on a mobile device or desk top PC . Our customers can remotely access securely the main home screen to collect maintenance , fault finding , operation or OEE data from anywhere in the world .
“ With collaborative robotics coming into play , our product portfolio has grown to include complementary and additional products for Robopod . Aside from increased
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