Automation of production lines for small lots of various products | Flexible assembly with image processing and robots
"Conceptual power" over equipment performance. A flexible assembly line aiming for jig-less and zero setup.
"Automation of multi-variety, small-lot production" is determined not by equipment specifications but by the "approach to the concept." As vehicle models become more segmented and processes have shorter lifespans, are dedicated jigs and manual setups becoming barriers to automation? Thermix combines image processing, control, and robotics in an advanced manner, elevating the variety change from a physical "setup" to a "condition change (logical)." This allows for minimizing dedicated jigs and constructing production lines that can flexibly adapt to future model changes. Moreover, rather than focusing solely on robots, we provide a comprehensive design that encompasses the entire logistics system, including automated warehouses, AGVs (automated guided vehicles), and inter-process transport. We work alongside production technology professionals to clarify "how far automation is reasonable" and realize assembly lines based on the premise of change. Before giving up and saying, "automation is impossible in our processes," please consult us starting from the conceptual level.
