With the development of technology, robots have become an important link in both factories and places that are not associated with the broadly understood industry. To understand their phenomenon, it is worth getting acquainted with the types of robots and the advantages of using them.

Advantages of using machines

The undoubted advantage of modern machines is efficient, precise and almost trouble-free operation – such a mode of operation is possible thanks to the participation of engineers and programmers who meticulously design and build machines that support people. The use of industrial robotics makes it possible to automate repetitive tasks in the production chain or in logistics flows. The participation of machines significantly improves the production process, resulting in greater efficiency and revenues recorded by the company.

The efficiency of slot machines is a big advantage that works in various industries:

• motorization
• production of cosmetics
• food industry
• aviation
• production of medicines and medical instruments
• sheet metal industry

In addition, the use of machines is financially profitable – it contributes to the reduction of production costs and the leveling of losses.

Constant development of robotics

Robotics and automation are future-oriented directions of development for young students and engineers. On the labor market, job offers in this field are constantly appearing, as the demand for specialists is growing – no wonder. From time to time, new robots go on sale that did not come out of nowhere – before they became available, they were designed and built by professionals.   

Automation of activities is gaining popularity, as more and more manufacturing companies and private users decide to purchase industrial machines or small equipment – for example, cleaning robots, which you just need to turn on and choose the right settings to be able to enjoy a clean floor area.

Symbiosis of man and machine

Man performs work more efficiently thanks to the machine. A broken automaton needs to be repaired by a professional. Contrary to the negative narrative that robots would displace people from the labor market, the symbiosis between the two individuals is necessary for the functioning of both of them. Machines carry out tasks with high efficiency and accuracy, but even they require control by a man who will properly program them and watch over their operation. The fact is that the use of robots for production purposes significantly affects the competitiveness of the company – it offers to create more products in a relatively short time, which makes investors more willing to use its services. In addition, the importance of the enterprise on the domestic and global market is increasing – it becomes a valuable business partner that guarantees the efficient delivery of high-quality goods.

Robots tailored to your needs

Currently, it is possible to create robots and production cells tailored to the individual needs of each company – the basis for this is the analysis of processes occurring during production. You can personalize the type of machine, the way it works and additional functions that increase work efficiency. What types of robots are available on the market?

• Articulated (shoulder) robots – have joints and have 6 axes of rotation. They can perform various movements and, depending on the model, carry objects weighing from 1 kg to 2 tons.
• Cartesian robots – can move in 3 perpendicular axes: front-back, left-right and up-down.
• Cylindrical robots – have an arm perpendicular to the ground moving up and down. The space of their work is similar to a hollow cylinder.
• Spherical robots – – the working area is a sphere cut from above and below. The robot arm tilts up and down.
• SCARA robots – 2 joints make an upward and downward movement of the axis. Usually used to lift and place objects.
• Delta type robots – are used in ceiling installation. They consist of a base and arms holding a platform and a gripper.
• Collaborative robots (cobots) – can work directly with humans.
• Mobile robots – intelligent vehicles that increase efficiency in warehouse logistics.

Robots are almost perfect devices that have found application both in large manufacturing companies and homes. Using them significantly increases production efficiency, work comfort and efficiency.

Industrial automation for your company (comprehensive E-MTA offer)

As you can see, robotization of production lines is a useful process, the potential of which has a significant impact on the development of both the scope and speed of production as well as the companies themselves. Good management of this potential optimizes the consumption of materials, energy, employee time, the occupancy of production space, the time needed to produce a full product and, if you look closely, a few more significant factors. It is worth taking care that automation systems are implemented with professionals, because there is really a lot to gain.

In the offer of E-MTA manager, the technologist will find the following comprehensive solutions:

• automation of production processes – both the full process and automation of production line stages
• modernization of industrial machines – original design, full executive documentation and all stages of implementation (transport, assembly, integration, user training)
• robot programming
• design of industrial machines
• mechanical engineering
• relocation of machines
• repairs of industrial machinery

We cordially invite you to contact our advisor.

MTA Industrial Automation has over 20 years of experience in automation and robotics. We improve production processes, perform audits and adapt machines or technological lines to minimum requirements.

Continue reading “Repairs and modernizations of industrial machines – MTA” →

MTA Industrial Automation has over 20 years of experience in automation and robotics. We improve production processes, perform audits and adapt machines or technological lines to minimum requirements. We make custom-made designs of machines and devices, as well as deal with their construction. We carry out repairs, modernizations and relocations of machines, equipment and technological lines. Our strengths are experience, professionalism, punctuality, modernity and continuous development. We successfully take on difficult challenges and successfully meet them.

Repairs and modernization of industrial machines

Adapting the machine park to specific needs does not always require the purchase of new machines, equipment or production lines.
THE MTA company performs the most complex repairs of industrial machines or modernizes them in accordance with European standards and directives.
Depending on your needs, we carry out:

• comprehensive renovation
• comprehensive modernization
• we adapt older devices to new needs
• we retrofit machines or completely automate them During the work, we
  imply the latest technologies and use materials from the best manufacturers, regenerate damaged elements, and when this is not possible, we replace them with new ones. We work with the most modern, specialized equipment. All works are always discussed in detail with the client, both in terms of their scope and cost. We present several variants of the proposed solutions to choose from.

Design of industrial machinery

If it becomes necessary to acquire a completely new, often unusual device to improve the production process, MTA offers a comprehensive creation of such devices, from design to assembly. We have a qualified staff of instructors who use one of the leading tools for designing and modeling in a 3D environment – SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD. Hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical schematic designs are carried out with the EPLAN Electric P8 software, which guarantees the highest precision of workmanship. The client has access to the documentation at every stage of the project, and this allows for the ongoing introduction of possible changes and has a positive effect on the final effect.

Automation of production brings many benefits to plants focused on manufacturing activities. The implementation of modern solutions in this area allows primarily to increase efficiency and precision in production processes and provides a number of other benefits that are worth pointing out and taking into account when strategically managing the company's development. Here are the main groups of arguments:

Efficiency, precision and stability of automated production processes

Machines in most cases allow you to carry out production processes much faster than people. In addition, the risk of mistakes is much lower – especially for tasks that require very high precision. Machines always work in the same way, and accuracy does not decrease with the time of production processes.

The way employees perform their tasks, as well as their efficiency, are characterized by great diversity. It is also worth mentioning that due to many factors, the staff may not be fully available, e.g. in a situation where an employee takes leave on demand.

In the case of an automated machine park, the stability of production processes is therefore much higher. Machines always work with the same performance, they are almost always ready for operation. On the other hand, faults and failures appear in their case extremely rarely.

Thanks to the stability of production processes, it is also possible to better predict the number of manufactured products in a given month, thanks to which planning, for example, the delivery of materials, is much more effective and facilitated.

Summarizing the above considerations, the following benefits associated with linking automation to production management strategies should be enumerated in points:

• Speed of implementation
• High error-free and precise execution of elements or systems
• Constant rhythm and efficiency of the production process
• Stability of efficiency
• Relatively high or very high independence from absenteeism or shortage of workers in the labour market
• High planning and predictability of production results
• Convenient logistics of materials and prefabricated elements dependent on predictable processes
• Low failure rate of production line systems

It is worth noting, however, that especially the last mentioned factor: the reliability of the system, results primarily from the implementation of automation of production processes by an experienced and reliable company. That is why we recommend ourselves for the implementation of demanding orders. The brand we have been working for for years (MTA) is the appropriate competence required for technically advanced orders related to production automation.

Increasing ergonomics and safety at the production site thanks to industrial automation

Another very important benefit of implementing automated production in the enterprise is to increase the ergonomics of work. More physically or mentally demanding production processes can be performed by machines. In turn, employees in this case are delegated to lighter tasks. This undoubtedly also translates into greater staff satisfaction with working conditions.

Some tasks related to production are characterized by a high degree of threat to the health or life of employees. The ability to carry out these processes by modern and automated machines therefore translates directly into increased personnel safety.

Listing further arguments in favor of production automation in the context of process ergonomics, we will calculate:

• Ability to differentiate production processes in terms of effort, time and accuracy requirements

• Possibility to relieve employees

• Improving people's health and safety at work

Integration of machine and worker work

It should be remembered that the purpose of automation is not to replace the human factor in manufacturing plants with machines, but to integrate them. For this reason, modern machine parks should take into account all issues related to their intuitive operation – this is also an important aspect of improving production processes in the company.

Creating synergy between employees and automated machine parks guarantees measurable benefits for both the staff and the company itself.

Summarizing the points of this paragraph, we will add to the advantages of automation:

• Integration of specialist and machine activities and improvement of production results
• Scalability of processes requiring professional support

Optimization of production costs

Undoubtedly, the introduction of production automation to the enterprise requires large investments, which, however, pays off from day one. The development of automation in the enterprise over time translates into an increase in the profitability of the plant. It is also worth remembering that the introduction of such solutions results in a reduction in costs, and at the same time very often an increase in the quality of the final product.

Last, important factors included in the unquestionable advantages of automation:

• Increasing the profitability of processes
• Sustainable, ergonomic use of materials and energy resources
• Improving the quality of the final product

Automation of production processes in your plant

As you can see, the implementation of industrial automation is a multi-stage, logistic undertaking. The article tried to present the arguments directly influencing the strategic decision to introduce solutions in this area. An equally important undertaking is a well-prepared implementation project and the quality of its implementation.

The full success of automation is primarily due to the experience and competence of the company that carries out such implementation. It requires an understanding of the needs of a given company, the right design, as well as supported by experience and professional implementation solutions. For this reason, we cordially encourage you to cooperate with MTA – a company with over 20 years of experience in industrial automation.

Automation of production processes is a solution implemented in many industries. It guarantees a number of benefits, and for many plants it is the foundation for development. It can be assumed that production automation is the field that represents the future of the industrial sector. So we recommend ourselves for this future.

Automation of production brings many benefits to plants focused on manufacturing activities. The implementation of modern solutions in this area allows primarily to increase efficiency and precision in production processes and provides a number of other benefits that are worth pointing out and taking into account when strategically managing the company's development. Here are the main groups of arguments:

Continue reading “Why is it worth implementing automation of production processes?” →

The press brake is today one of the most commonly used CNC tools in metalworking (digitally controlled by a computer). It performs the bending function by controlling the stroke of the slider and the rear meter. When using a press brake in CNC technology, the operator enters only the number of lobes requiring bending and the bending angles required for each operation, and the press performs them automatically according to the programmed instructions.

The advanced CNC press brake uses an electrical-hydraulic system in conjunction with a lattice ruler to create a closed control system. With these solutions, the press offers a high degree of control, accuracy of bends and initial settings. Continue reading “Press brake – principle of operation and application in the automation of production processes” →

Sheet metal cutting with a laser is used to obtain a specific shape of various types of materials. Machining of this type is extremely precise, and thus popular in industry. This process is possible thanks to the energy produced by the laser beam. Beam energy performs sheet metal cutting by melting, melting and evaporating or melting and burning the material. If you need to use this type of service – the best choice is MTA Automation!

Sheet metal cutting – advantages

• The process of cutting sheet metal is extremely fast – it takes a few seconds. The components produced in this way are in most cases suitable for use and installation.
• Extremely high use of material – the precision with which the laser works is exceptional. This allows you to save and produce a small amount of waste. This is due to the fact that the laser can almost completely use the treated sheet,
• Laser cutting machining is perfect. No additional material treatment is needed. There are no irregularities on them, and their surface is flat, smooth and uniform.
• Modern method – laser cutting of sheet metal is performed using the latest technologies. As a result, we can constantly improve this method and coordinate according to the needs of the updating market and industry.
• The possibility of laser cutting of various materials – it is possible to process many grades of steel, aluminum, copper, glass, wood or plastics. Such multidimensionality means that laser cutting is associated with many enterprises, industries and sectors,
• Durability of laser devices – means that laser parts that make cuts do not need to be replaced. This makes the device just as efficient for a significant amount of time.

Sheet metal cutting – 3 ways of execution

1. Reactive cutting – depending on the material, oxygen streams and chemical mixtures containing argon or oxygen are used. In this way, heat is created, which makes laser cutting more effective than other types of machining.
2. Cutting with the use of cracks – machining, which is based on making breaks in the material. This is possible thanks to laser beams, which make a given fragment of the metal surface reach a very high temperature. This method is mainly used in materials above a thickness of 1 mm.
3. Cutting – liquid state – a method used mainly in such metals as: aluminum, magnesium, cobalt or titanium – i.e. they are used wherever there are metals of high alloys. This way of cutting allows you to thoroughly clean the surface.

Laser Sheet Metal Cutting in MTA Industrial Automation is a guarantee of:

• Experience – two decades in the automation and robotics department,
• Knowledge – our specialists have competences, supported by various certificates and have been improving production processes for 20 years,
• Comprehensiveness – we offer a wide range of activities. From the presentation of the concept to the professional assembly of machines at the customer's site.
• Development – New challenges motivate us to work even more effectively. Our portfolio and range of services are growing.

We invite you to use our services!

Sheet metal cutting with a laser is used to obtain a specific shape of various types of materials. Machining of this type is extremely precise, and thus popular in industry. This process is possible thanks to the energy produced by the laser beam. Beam energy performs sheet metal cutting by melting, melting and evaporating or melting and burning the material. If you need to use this type of service – the best choice is MTA Automation! Continue reading “Laser sheet metal cutting – what are the benefits?” →

Sheet metal cutting with a laser is used to obtain a specific shape of various types of materials. Machining of this type is extremely precise, and thus popular in industry. This process is possible thanks to the energy produced by the laser beam. Beam energy performs sheet metal cutting by melting, melting and evaporating or melting and burning the material. If you need to use this type of service – the best choice is MTA Automation! Continue reading “Laser sheet metal cutting – what are the benefits?” →