Producing components with extraordinary precision, at a cost that makes sense for the manufacturer, requires specialized automation equipment and techniques. That’s where Invio Automation comes in. For 65 years, the company has designed, implemented and sustained automation for the largest medical device and life sciences operations in the world. They pride themselves in truly partnering with manufacturers to solve big challenges by exploring, testing and customizing the latest manufacturing technology.

Invio has a unique offering in the form of heavyweight or high-capacity autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs). This equipment goes by other names including automated guided vehicles, conveyance automation, and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and fundamentally serve the purpose of transporting product through the factory without involvement from a human. Prior to the development of automated conveyance solutions, items under manufacture were typically transported manually using carts, trolleys or forklifts, both powered and unpowered. Over time, many of these manual conveyance platforms – inefficient and often dangerous – were automated.

At Invio, we leverage state-of-the-art simulation tools to enhance concept development during our sales process. Digital twin simulations guarantee that our solutions achieve project requirements; including cycle time, footprint, robot reach, and operator ergonomics.

These advanced simulation tools combined with our extensive CAD library, empower us to explore detailed concept alternatives. Our clients find immense value in utilizing these simulations to gain stakeholder buy-in quickly and ultimately to reduce project implementation timelines.

This manufacturing technology has wide applicability towards the production of products used in pharma / life science, defense, aerospace, and semiconductors. The cell uses closed loop feedback for force, distance, speed, and temperature to ensure high quality plastic bonds.

We create industrial automation solutions that allow customers to achieve growth, flexibility, safety, and efficiency. We modernize operations and digitize factory floors with our suite of industrial solutions, including product transport, welding, fabrication, assembly, and test systems.

Our customers make the medical devices and life science therapeutics that change the world. They partner with Invio Automation early in their product development process to enable high-performing fabrication, assembly, test, and packaging systems. We have deep expertise to satisfy validation requirements and adhere to FDA standards and broader industry compliance.

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A successful robotic-finishing solution in this particular application had to meet two fundamental challenges: grinding in multiple planes—vertical down, horizontal and everywhere in between on the bowl ID; and dealing with the fact that metal spinning can deliver parts with some level of surface variability where a grinding medium must maintain consistent part-surface contact despite imperfections.

A significant challenge faced by a major automotive manufacturer was the development of an effective lift assist device for seat installation. The physically demanding task was leading to inefficiencies, potential safety concerns, and increased production costs. The manufacturer recognized the need for a partner who was familiar with these challenges and could develop a solution within a shortened project timeframe.

A glass fabricator was interested in a robotic system for end-of-line material handling. The application required the transfer of large glass panels from an inspection station to line-side transportation racks for further downstream operations. The application had an added layer of complexity given the variation in glass panel dimensions and the need to integrate with an existing conveyor system.

The time and capital wasted, as well as the organizational skepticism that results from choosing the wrong automation strategy, can be disastrous to a company’s automation agenda. Invio Automation prioritizes automating the operations where they have delivered or witnessed solutions with a successful production track record.

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Manufacturing facilities continue to increase their levels of automation to reduce costs, improve productivity, and increase operational efficiency. Newer forms of automation technology also provide manufacturers with a high degree of flexibility, a capability lacking in many earlier forms of fixed, or ‘hard’, automation.