What is Industrial Automation?

A mechanical device, operated electronically, that functions automatically and without continuous input from an operator defines Automation by Dictionary.com. Expanding on Automation brings into focus industrial automation. The “making of products under the control of computers and programmable controllers” explains the term. PC Mag defines the process further and provides an example of a manufacturing assembly line. For automation to occur, equipment must be operated without direct human influence. A fully automated robotic system is a prime example.

Before automation, physical and often tedious work was performed by humans for generations. Removing humans from industrial applications decreases costs aside from labor. Industrial environments are often dangerous and unpredictable. Installing robotic equipment or other industrial equipment along an assembly line increases the overall safety organization-wide. The market for industrial automation equipment has grown exponentially over the years. According to data provided by the Robotic Industries Association (RIA), a total of 6,895 robots valued at approximately $435.1 million were ordered from North American companies during the first quarter of 2015. With the market showing an expansion, industrial automation’s heyday has only begun.

When equipment used within industrial automation breaks down our engineers and technicians, spring into action to provide solutions. Whether those solutions fall under a repair, refurbishment or even an integration of a robotic cell, ICR possesses the capabilities to fit the need. Wide-ranging activities fall within industrial automation processes, and it’s important to be able to rely on a partner along the way. Manufacturing partners like ICR can support companies beyond the one-time repair. We offer repairable asset management services that allow us to manage your inventory and keep production lines moving. Dedicated ICR team members are stationed at manufacturing plants to ensure following of certain developed processes developed before launch. Our repairable asset management program also tracks all warranty information to determine if the availability of resource recovery.