In modern industry, companies are faced with the constant challenge of optimizing their production processes and reacting flexibly to increasing market requirements. Standard solutions are frequently not sufficient to fulfill the specific needs of every company. This is where special solutions come into play, systems that are custom-tailored to respond to individual requirements.

Special solutions distinguish themselves through their custom-tailored nature. In contrast to standardized products, which are built to suit general requirements, custom solutions are developed specifically for a particular area of application. They consider the unique challenges that a company faces and offer a solution tailored precisely to these. This enables greater efficiency and better use of the existing resources.

Custom-tailored flexibility

Another advantage of custom solutions is their flexibility. Since they are newly developed, they can integrate specific functions and qualities that are not available in standard products. This is especially important in industries in which requirements change quickly or into which innovative technologies must be integrated right away. Special solutions enable companies to react to these changes immediately and adapt their production processes accordingly, which makes these companies more competitive.

Efficient solutions

The right partner is critical for the development of custom solutions. A deep understanding of the company’s processes and requirements is indispensable in order to develop a solution that is not just technically feasible, but also makes economic sense. Pneutronic AG know this from its own experience. This Swiss company has been analyzing processes and creating systems for more than 30 years. Its solutions include automation and robotics, software engineering and control technology, and controllers for fine cutting presses. Pneutronic AG always needs custom systems for this.

“A custom system always raises many questions. Flexible and modular products are essential for this, as is a reliable partner.” | Remo Kissling, CEO Pneutronic AG

Custom-tailored robot system

Pneutronic AG relies on our solutions for its custom systems. This Swiss company appreciates the quality of our products, our solution-oriented approach, and our professional and uncomplicated way of working. An example of our cooperation is the jointly created robotic system for loading workpieces for the hardening shop. During planning and implementation, there were a few things we had to consider: The desired custom system needs to be able to operate 24 hours a day and convey both loose and very thin parts – for various kinds of further processing. Furthermore, requests were made for an appropriate substructure and a compact design.

Modular standard components

We used our standardized belt conveyors and the modular MPS aluminum framing system as the basis for the robotic system. The advantages are clear: The standardized components are cost-efficient, available quickly, and yet they can be adapted flexibly to the individual needs of Pneutronic AG.

To guarantee safe and efficient transport of the various parts, we integrated specific notches and broader side guides into the robotic system. Switches control the material flow and inclined belt conveyors move products to separating stations. A 3D vision captures the workpieces, and a SCARA robot separates the punched parts on hardening rods. This custom system also evenly distributes the punched parts and includes a frictionless rod and a level change for the hardening furnace rack.

So that the custom system remains flexible, we used a flexible substructure. This way, changes can be made even after the fact in order to react to unexpected challenges.

Everything from a single source

With the pre-mounted, tested, and custom system that reflects individual requirements, we provided Pneutronic AG with a complete solution. We have won over this Swiss company with our high-quality products with their compact and aesthetic design, our personal advising and professional support – from selection to design to delivery of the products. In the future, we will continue to jointly develop custom-tailored systems efficiently and economically.

“Montech provides service writ large. Such easy and flexible service is not a given.” | Remo Kissling, CEO Pneutronic AG