October 4, 2023
Sepro Group acquires a majority stake in Automation System Specialist: Garbe Automatisme
Sepro is one of the largest suppliers of automation solutions for injection-molding machines worldwide and maintains “automation hubs” in France, Germany, the USA and China. The acquisition of Garbe and its 900 m² operation will double automation capacity in France and increase Sepro’s global capacity by 20% to support molders seeking to increase productivity and profitability while contending with a continuing shortage of skilled workers. To find more details, visit Sepro’s website.
For 50 years, Sepro has experienced an enviable industrial success story with almost 40,000 injection molding machines equipped throughout the world.
Leading Edge Automation Solutions
Sepro Automation is a leading provider of industrial automation solutions that help manufacturers streamline their production processes and increase efficiency. Founded in 1973, the company has been at the forefront of innovation in the field of robotics and automation, developing cutting-edge technologies that have helped transform the manufacturing industry.
Smart Solutions For Complex Tasks
Sepro Group designs, develops and manufactures smart solutions and systems for the automation of plastic injection molding lines. Their modular solutions optimize and automate the take-out of parts from any type of new or existing machine, thanks to its modularity and powerful controller – Visual – which can operate the complete cell. The platform was specially designed for the world of injection molding. It offers features to facilitate robot programming for complex movements or multi-axis management.
More Sepro Key Advantages
Flexibility
One of the key advantages of Sepro Automation’s products is their flexibility. Their robots and control systems are designed to be easily programmable and customizable, allowing manufacturers to quickly adapt to changing production requirements. This is especially important in today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, where the ability to respond quickly to changing market demands can be the difference between success and failure.
Reliability
Another advantage of Sepro Automation’s products is their reliability. Their robots and control systems are designed to withstand the rigors of a modern manufacturing environment, with durable materials and robust construction. This means that they can be relied on to operate reliably day in and day out, helping manufacturers minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
Productivity
Sepro Automation has made a significant impact in the field of injection molding. Their robots and control systems are designed specifically for injection molding applications, helping manufacturers automate key processes such as part removal and quality inspection. This has helped manufacturers significantly reduce cycle times, increase part quality, and minimize waste, resulting in significant cost savings.
Intuitive
Sepro Automation’s injection molding solutions are also designed with the needs of operators in mind. Their robots and control systems are easy to use and intuitive, with user-friendly interfaces and advanced features that help operators optimize their processes. This has helped manufacturers improve the overall quality of their products and reduce the risk of defects or other issues.
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Visual Dashboard is a ‘smart data’ solution that harnesses the power of Sepro’s Visual robot control to collect real-time production data from an IMM served by a Sepro robot. Data include cycle times, mold-open times, and production and quality rates essential to calculating Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). The data collected on several cells can be gathered on an existing MES or integrated on a dedicated platform.
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