Automatisierungstechnik

Automation technology

We have extensive knowledge of innovative automation concepts and solutions in the field of automation technology. With your input, we will create a customized, vendor-independent automation solution for your application, from the assessment of the process with respect to the degree of automation to the selection and implementation support of automation solutions. Our services in automation technology are characterized by comprehensive customer-oriented advice and systematic selection of providers.

Our service modules

Our automation services consist of the following modules. These represent self-contained work content our automation technology area of expertise. The focus is on automated production and automated material transport. Evaluation, selection, introduction and implementation of automation technology are among the core areas of our services.

To optimize your factory automation and the associated automation technology, we have sophisticated and proven methods and tools for efficient processing. These tools enable you to take advantage of the benefits of automation for your factory through in-depth analysis, consulting and implementation of an automation solution. They can also be used to solve complex challenges in production and logistics - for example, to improve material flow, for the targeted use of industrial trucks or driverless transport systems as well as for factory automation, warehouse automation and digitalisation.

Together we will define the project goals and determine requirements on the automation solution. We also systematically incorporate the manufacturing process to be observed and analyze any existing automation solution.

Based on the requirements, we define the desired state for your manufacturing process. Furthermore, we extensively investigate available automation technologies and combine them systematically into automation scenarios. We describe each scenario in a fact sheet.

We perform material flow simulations (optional) for evaluating the performance of automation scenarios. Figures for performance are derived from the simulations, which are included in the assessment of automation scenarios.

We compare the automation scenarios in a two-step assessment process together with you. As a result, a utility value and an economic assessment are available for all scenarios, based on which the scenarios are prioritized.

We then investigate possible vendors and coordinate and moderate the corresponding presentations. For the objective evaluation of the vendor, we provide you with a comprehensive documentation of the presentation content and a rating scheme.

We support you in the introduction of automation solutions with professional project management and controlling.

Our service packages

The service packages listed below include typical services in the automation technology area of expertise. We would be happy to compile customized service packages according to your requirements. Please click on the link to learn more about each service package.

Assessment of the degree of automation

You are uncertain as to what degree of automation makes sense? You would like to know if and what improvements you can implement in the processes? You are wondering whether your process can be economically automated? You lack the time for a systematic analysis of your manufacturing processes and the determination of the technically and economically optimal degree of automation? Then we would be happy to support you in assessing your processing regarding an automation degree suitable for you.

Automation study

Your manufacturing processes are manual or automated and you want to know which, if any, improvement can be realized in your processes? You are unsure whether your process can be economically automated? You lack the time for a systematic analysis of your manufacturing processes and the development of  technically and economically optimal automation concepts? Then we would be happy to support you in the performance of an automation study and the development of an automation concepts.

Automation solution development and roll-out

You want to automate a manual manufacturing process? Your manufacturing processes are manual or partially automated and you want to know which, if any improvement can be realized in the processes? You are unsure whether your process can be economically automated? You lack the time for a systematic analysis of your manufacturing processes and the development of technically and economically optimal automation concepts? Then we would be happy to support you in the development and introduction of an automation solution.

What our customers say

‚‚The experts at IPH have created a comprehensive automation concept for us. We were thus able to very accurately estimate what is technically feasible – and what costs we will have for the implementation.‘‘

Bernhard Wilken, Managing Director of WILCO Wilken Lasertechnik GmbH & Co. KG

Partner

Our commitment to quality

  • Systematic approach coordinated with your input
  • Structured documentation of requirements and developed automation scenarios
  • Methodical and transparent assessment and selection steps
  • Professional project management as well as methods and facilitation skills

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