AS Automation 開發的設備將 21 個不同的獨立零件組裝成超過 100 種類型的保護接觸連接器和聯軸器。 這種高度多樣化的機型／產品變化帶來了特殊要求：許多小零件必須在狹小的空間內精確地送入、定位和組裝。
AS Automation 結合其在轉盤式與線性節拍式設備的經驗，將多個組裝流程 — 從基體裝載、外殼成型組裝，到元件最終「合體」 — 整合於一套緊湊的設備設計中。
此解決方案的關鍵組成部分是來自 Festo 的整合式 MCS 系統（模組化輸送系統）。 透過對工件托盤進行軌跡控制的運動，可將搬運流程與組裝過程能夠無縫同步。
結果：流程更精確、速度更快、處理能力顯著提高。 此外，Festo 也提供一套內容完整的自動化模組套件 — 結合氣動驅動器、電動軸和創新的操作概念，例如 T 型龍門 — 這使得機器能夠以模組化和可擴展的方式進行設計。
The close collaboration between AS Automation, ABL and Festo began as early as the concept phase. Thanks to efficient and rapid coordination processes, simulations carried out jointly, and the incorporation of expert knowledge, suitable components were selected and an economical and easy-to-maintain system structure was designed. ABL emphasises that the solution is not just technically impressive, but also meets the demanding requirements in terms of flexibility, service life and standardisation.
For ABL, the applied solution means more product variants with consistent quality, simplified commissioning, lower operating costs and easier spare parts supply. The modular structure allows quick adjustments to be made for new product variants, ensuring long-term competitiveness.
Seamless Automation is more than the sum of its individual components. Only the well-designed integration of handling system, controller and modular drive solutions – supported by partnership-based cooperation and the early involvement of experts – creates sustainable, efficient and flexible production systems. Festo acts as a key technology and integration partner, turning innovative automation solutions into industrial practice.
AS Automation, based in Bamberg, develops customised special-purpose machines – from feeding systems and high-performance assembly lines to end-of-line packaging solutions – and supports customers from the concept phase through to the delivery of turnkey machines. AS Automation, together with Festo, created a system that enables ABL to achieve an impressive range of design variants and high process density.