Automation and robotics have revolutionized the way business is done at ASSA ABLOY NZ, the global leader in door and window opening solutions. Looking to increase output and ensure delivery on its promise of two-day lead time, as well as solve an employee health and safety challenge, ASSA ABLOY NZ deployed universal robots’ UR5 collaborative robot arm. This has increased productivity, improved employee safety, and relieved employees of repetitive tasks so they can be more involved in strategic business initiatives.
High labor costs and geographic remoteness mean that to remain competitive on an international scale, manufacturing companies in New Zealand need to deliver products to market faster, with the highest level of quality, while keeping costs down.
Such was the case for ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door and window-opening solutions. Looking to increase output and ensure delivery on its promise of two-day lead time, as well as solve an employee health and safety challenge, ASSA ABLOY NZ deployed Universal Robots’ UR5 collaborative robot arm. The UR5 performs repetitive tasks such as picking, packing and screw driving on the company’s Auckland lock bodies production line.