Case Study Regarding Effectiveness and Profitability of Automating the Welding Process

Abstract

One of the greatest challenges for a modern manufacturing enterprise is developing intelligent manufacturing (IM). IMT and IMS are key factors. In an environment where "mass customization" and shorter product life cycles have led to the need for more flexible manufacturing systems, SMEs have developed a significant need for rapid implementation of integrated and complex technologies and systems. A key issue concerns economic expediency and completeness of the complex. This case study describes the implementation of a modular welding robot and the resulting economic effect on a SME. The effectiveness of this method was evaluated in the form of measurement results for the project's critical success factors and key indicators.