How AICA’s software helped Schaeffler to make their robotics more flexible
”We need to have a much more flexible environment, and therefore, we need flexible, smart, intelligent robotic solutions.” - Andreas Schick, COO at Schaeffler.
Time is crucial in the manufacturing sector. Industrials must balance the increase in the need for production flexibility due to the fast-changing demand with employee safety & health.
Andreas Schick, Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Schaeffler, presents a partnership with AICA during Startup Autobahn EXPO 2024.
Schaeffler’s Challenge
Schaeffler needed to improve the efficiency and accuracy of their gearbox assembly process. The assembly was tricky because the parts—like planetary gears—moved freely and unpredictably. This made it hard to program robots to work effectively. To make things even more complicated, the weight, size, and shape of the parts changed, which slowed everything down. Schaeffler also wanted to be able to switch between different robot brands without a lot of hassle.
AICA developed the Smart Assembly module that allowed Schaeffler's robots to adapt their movements between different batches in just one hour!
This technology made it possible for robots to learn and adjust quickly, cutting down on downtime and boosting productivity. With AICA’s help, Schaeffler not only improved their assembly process but also met their goals for precision and speed.
Advantages of implementation for Schaeffler
98%*
Success Rate
Our AI-enhanced software doesn't just get the job done. It has proven to deliver over 98%* success rate doing its task! Dive in and watch your operations soar.
*test results from Schaeffler use case
75%*
Reduce Downtime
Impressive results are in the numbers! Using our software, some clients have experienced a significant decrease in batch downtime, exceeding 75%*.
*test results from Schaeffler use case
40%*
Lower Expenses
Looking to trim the budget without trimming quality? Our expertise has allowed us to increase reliability while slashing down costs by up to 40%*.
*test results from Schaeffler use case
AICA Smart Assembly
AICA Smart Assembly industrial application is developed with simplicity in mind. Program both collaborative and industrial robots in 3 easy steps only.
Implementing in production
Since this collaboration, the two companies have implemented the solution on collaborative and industrial robots and evaluated and optimised the program. Schaeffler and AICA are currently working on additional projects intending to enhance complex processes for the automotive industry.
As part of its long-term strategy, AICA is developing new products to supply customers with opportunities to benefit from force feedback and solve some of the world's most pressing challenges. This includes EV battery recycling (disassembly), automatic screwing, and deburring.