Operators repeated the same hot-air finishing motion on three 8-hour shifts a day: a collaborative robot integrated into the existing line now does it, with repeatable results on every shift.
The challenge
- Operators repeated the same hot-air finishing motion across three 8-hour shifts a day.
- The work caused physical fatigue and a higher risk of accidents.
- Manual execution limited efficiency and gave inconsistent quality below luxury standards.
- Any change had to fit into a high-end production flow without disrupting it.
- Client
- Global automotive tier supplier, over 25 years in the industry, premium interior components
- Industry
- Automotive – interior components
- Solution
- 5-axis collaborative robot integrated into the production line
- Scope
- Hot-air finishing of interior parts
The solution
- A collaborative robot was integrated directly into the existing production line.
- The cobot took over the repetitive hot-air finishing motion from the operators.
- Its 3 kg payload and 700 mm working radius fit light operations in a compact space.
- Its compact, human-safe design lets it work alongside the line staff.
- Operators moved to higher-value, less physically demanding tasks.
Before and after
| Before | With the cobot | |
|---|---|---|
| Hot-air finishing | Manual, same motion all shift | Performed by the cobot |
| Operator safety | Repeated exposure to hot air | Exposure fully eliminated |
| Quality | Inconsistent between shifts | Repeatable on every shift |
| Process control | Limited data | Stable process and accurate data collection |
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Frequently asked questions
Can a cobot be added to an existing production line?
Yes. In this project the cobot was integrated directly into the existing line, without disrupting the high-end production flow.
What happened to the operators?
They were reassigned to safer, higher-value roles, and their repetitive exposure to hot air was fully eliminated.
What is included?
Delivery, installation and configuration on site, team training and technical support.
How do I find out the price?
The price depends on the configuration and on your application. Send us a request and we will send you an offer.
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Repeatable hot-air finishing with a cobot at a premium automotive interior supplier