Today, manufacturing is characterized by automation, digitalization, and the introduction of complex product variants and technologies. These key elements, and many more, are the fuel we use at Atlas Copco to continue to innovate for a better future. As a global manufacturer of industrial tools and solutions, our responsibility lies in contributing to the advancement of technology in ways that are both sustainable and accessible for manufacturers of all types.
At Atlas Copco, we strive to advance society with smart, connected technologies and solutions that bring your plant one step closer to becoming the ideal Smart Factory. Read on to learn how Atlas Copco contributes to innovation in the age of big data and Industry 4.0!
The Atlas Copco approach to innovation
For us, innovation means more than just producing the next big industrial tool or software solution. It means investing significant time and resources toward industry research and product development. It entails working directly with our customers to see firsthand the advancements needed to increase productivity and uptime. Innovation can even mean capitalizing on current technologies by finding new, more advanced ways to bring the product up to the standards of Industry 4.0.
What this means for you
Innovation drives progress across all industries and sectors. But in today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving manufacturing landscape, the ability to embrace new innovations is what truly sets successful brands and companies apart. That’s why partnering with Atlas Copco on your journey toward becoming a Smart Factory can be game-changing. With Smart Factory assembly tools and solutions comes greater access to invaluable product and build data, comprehensive error-proofing capabilities, and more efficient operation. All our tools and solutions are developed with our customers in mind. Whether you’re purchasing our solutions or working directly with our innovation center for custom solutions, Atlas Copco tools will help your factory prosper.
Smart tools, such as Atlas Copco’s Tensor IxB family of tools with integrated controllers, can provide operator feedback, improve speed and accuracy during production, and offer the chance to reduce hardware in the plant. Advanced software solutions, such as Avantguard, can provide full process control, advanced error-proofing features, and complete traceability.
With further capabilities, including tool interlock and part verification, Avantguard and many other smart software solutions can significantly reduce defects and rework rates, ensuring more faultless production.
Engineered Solutions: Innovate a custom solution for your operation
In addition to our product portfolio, our Engineered Solutions are another way Atlas Copco leads in innovation. With five Application Centers strategically located around the globe, Atlas Copco can create custom solutions for customers worldwide based on our core product offering. Our customized solutions include automation and robot integration, multi-spindle fixtures, end-of-arm tooling, stand-alone work cells, tool location systems, torque arms and suspension systems, quality metrics, and error-proofing software.
If you want to learn more about how we can innovate for you, contact Atlas Copco today to talk to an expert!