Analyzing Automation Potential

Fraunhofer IPK's Automation Assessment facilitates a fast and systematic analysis of manual production processes with regard to their automation potential.

Are you interested in automating manual process steps in your production, but are unsure whether it is technically feasible and economically viable?

We support you in making the best possible decision and identifying the optimum automation potential in your company.

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Arturo Bastidas-Cruz about Fraunhofer IPK's automation assessment [German only]

We start by collaboratively identifying your relevant production processes. The automation assessment includes an initial analysis during which our experts collect the necessary information and carry out an initial evaluation of the production processes on site. This gives us an overview of the current state of your production and identifies processes with high automation potential.

In the second step, our specialists investigate the automation of critical functions in terms of their technical feasibility. Our experts then develop a concept for an economically viable automation scenario. If required, the concept can be expanded to include human-robot collaboration (HRC). This provides you with a well-founded basis for decision-making.

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An example of the automation assessment. An HRC scenario: The robot performs one sub-process, while the human right next to it performs another.

Analyzing automation potential in your company

Are you looking for an economical and effective solution to analyze and leverage the automation potential in your company? With the Fraunhofer IPK automation assessment, we can quickly capture and analyze your production to determine where the greatest automation potential lies.

Example of the Fraunhofer IPK automation assessment: graphical representation of the manual steps for a quick evaluation of the production process
Example of the Fraunhofer IPK automation assessment: clear overview of individual process steps with high automation potential

What is special about the Fraunhofer IPK automation assessment?

The on-site analysis of automation potential carried out by our experts is based on

  • capture of production processes through an attribute-based method 
  • representation of these attributes for the individual process steps
  • quick and easy adaptation of the evaluation methodology to your production processes

 

Optimization potential in production and manufacturing thanks to automation

Together, we evaluate the most suitable technologies in workshops. This involves identifying technical risks that may be relevant to developing the automation solution. The results of the analysis are summarized in a report. 

The automation assessment ends with a presentation of the results to the customer, during which our experts present a customized solution for your company. They will answer questions such as: What does the path to full automation look like? How does the human-robot collaboration work?

We are also happy to support and advise you beyond the initial concept phase. Consult with our experts and benefit now!

Innovative automation scenarios, such as semi-automatic fastening tasks, can be derived from the automation assessment.
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Innovative automation scenarios, such as semi-automatic fastening tasks, can be derived from the automation assessment.
A flexible automation scenario can be achieved by integrating advanced sensor modules such as image processing and force control.
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A flexible automation scenario can be achieved by integrating advanced sensor modules such as image processing and force control.
Flexible HRC screwdriving system: The force control maintains the engagement between screwdriver and screw until the screw is fully screwed in.
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Flexible HRC screwdriving system: The force control maintains the engagement between screwdriver and screw until the screw is fully screwed in.

Who benefits from automation assessment?

The automation assessment is attractive for companies with manual production processes. These usually have a high demand for efficient and precise production processes in order to manufacture high-quality products in a short time.

Industries

Companies in the automotive, household appliance, electrical and logistics industries in particular can optimize their production processes and thus increase their competitiveness. This saves time and costs and improves product quality at the same time.

Your contact at Fraunhofer IPK

Arturo Bastidas-Cruz

Research Scientist Process Automation and Robotics

Phone +49 30 39006-142