Assembly operations streamlined by ABB's Global Partner Programme

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to illustrate how robots can form an efficient, versatile and cost‐effective component in assembly operations.

Design/methodology/approach

The applicability of robots is illustrated by two integrated confectionery‐packing solutions, followed by a description of a portioning machine specially developed for floppy meats. The particular advantages of ABB's FlexPicker robot are described.

Findings

ABB's Global Partner Programme encourages the use of robots in automation, and such robots can achieve a rapid pay‐back, even in the low‐pay food‐packaging industry.

Originality/value

The paper brings to the attention of assembly engineers the possibility of incorporating robots in the assembly line.

Citation

Connolly, C. (2007), "Assembly operations streamlined by ABB's Global Partner Programme", Assembly Automation, Vol. 27 No. 3, pp. 198-201. https://doi.org/10.1108/01445150710763204