ATM Automation

 

AUTOMATION & ROBOTICS

 

With a heritage spanning over 40 years, ATM is recognised internationally as a trusted supplier of robotics and production automation systems to many market sectors including: automotive, medical device, healthcare, packaging and building products.

 



Automotive

 

Flexible Solutions for Automotive Component Manufacture

 

ATM has combined expertise in automating plastic and metal components for the automotive sector. This has led to the development of a range of flexible automation systems, suitable for low volume or high volume applications. These can be used on components such as door trim assemblies, carpet and flooring, instrument panels, automotive seats, headliners and much more. ATM provides assembly systems, welding systems, joining systems and machine vision inspection systems.

 



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Medical & Healthcare

 

Medical Sector Automation for Pilot or Full Scale Production

 

ATM supplies industry compliant assembly automation systems to the medical device, healthcare products, ostomy and contact lens sectors. ATM medical sector automation systems include semi-automated intelligent work stations for pilot build. We also offer fully automated high volume manufacturing systems, capable of component assembly levels exceeding 20 million parts per year.

 



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Plastics & Packaging Products

 

Application Specific Bespoke and Robot Based Automation Solutions

 

ATM has developed a number of innovative packaging automation concepts using cartesian and 6-axis robot systems. We also design and build specialist systems for the automated manufacture of plastic building products, including high-speed rotary systems for multi-part assembly.

 



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Grippers & EOAT

 

ATM designs and manufactures bespoke grippers and EOAT systems for robots and special purpose automation systems. These are used to handling everything from miniature components, weighing from just grammes up to large automotive interior sub-assemblies. We also provide an extensive range of EOAT components and robot gripper kit parts.

 



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Latest News

We Know Our Jigs


Added 01 09 2020

We design and manufacture bespoke End Of Arm Tooling, Jigs, Fixtures and De-Gating systems which are used by a range of industries including: Automotive, Medical, Plastics, Packaging and Building Products. With over 30 years experience our knowledge and attention to detail is unrivaled. At ATM...



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We Can Guide You Through Every Step Of The Assembly Process


Added 18 02 2019

We have the capability to lead you through an entire component assembly process from loading to "no faults forward" assembly to end of line vision inspection.  Stage 1: Fabric loading which is where over moudling is performed, such as with A pillars. This is achieved...



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We Have Expanded Our Welding Capabilities


Added 31 01 2019

We have recently expanded our range of welding equipment for the automotive industry to include a single point robotic welder with sliding nests and a hot air cold staking (HACS) machine with poka yoke checks. Robotic Welder The new welder uses a 6 axis robot to weld and clip the...



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We Know Our Vision


Added 20 11 2018

Human error is a preventable factor for loss of production in the automotive industry. Our aim is to eliminate this problem and check for defects before they enter the end production stage, ensuring that only good parts make it to OEMs. We have developed a range of machines from assembly...



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Plastic Bonding Revs Up - Fast Magazine


Added 05 11 2018

ATM Automation, based in Leicestershire, has recently expanded its plastic bonding range of machinery for the automotive industry to include a fully automated gluing system.  Features of these systems include three large nests, Poka Yoke checks, light guarding, a robot and measuring system....



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Tab Bending in the Automotive Industry


Added 07 09 2018

An increasing number of vehicles now have bright-work enhancements on doorsills, boot and tailgate scuff plates and across interior trim modules such as doors and center consoles etc. ATM has developed dedicated systems and technologies for the assembly, testing and verification of bright-work...



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Opt-in to our marketing campaigns


Added 22 05 2018

Here at ATM we like to keep you updated on our new projects, our machines are constantly developing and we are coming up with new technologies and innovative ideas all the time. If you wish to get regular updates regarding new technologies and systems then click the link below to sign...



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Improve Your Automation Cell With ATM's EOAT Solutions


Added 03 04 2018

With a wealth of experience in automation, ATM has acquired an intimate knowledge of End Of Arm Tooling design, manufacture and functionality. ATM designs and manufactures bespoke End Of Arm Tooling systems which are used to handle everything from miniature components, weighing just grams, up to...



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Preventative Maintenance From ATM


Added 23 11 2017

Enhance Your Bottom Line With Preventative Maintenance From ATM It's an all too familiar sight when valuable customers call us with an unexpected broken down machine. No matter how efficient we are implementing a fix, we know that when equipment unexpectedly grinds to a halt, it affects the...



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ATM's Unique Laminating Solution


Added 23 11 2017

Our Unique Range of Laminating Vacuum Presses For The Automotive Industry ATM's range of laminating vacuum membrane presses now includes three different variants: single, double and four-sided bed. Used to laminate two or more materials that require a smooth and even surface, the machines...



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ATM's Unique Control System


Added 14 11 2017

Improve Effectiveness and Reduce Costs Using ATM's Unique Control System Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) might be a set of metrics developed back in the 1960's, yet only with more recent technological advancements have we been able to capture crucial process information in such a...



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Boost Your Productivity With ATM's BuildAssist


Added 03 11 2017

5 Ways The BuildAssist Range Will Boost Your Productivity Over the past couple of years the manufacturing industry has advanced dramatically, boosting the UK's economy at the same time.  However, technologies have to continuously evolve if your manufacturing company is to survive,...



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ATM to Exhibit at Automechanika


Added 31 10 2017

Exhibiting at Birmingham's Automechanika Automechanika Birmingham is the UK's leading exhibition for the vehicle production sector and automotive aftermarket.  Back in June, ATM was given the exciting opportunity to exhibit one of our BuildAssist workstations at the Automechanika...



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Preparing for Industry 4.0 Through Machine Intelligence


Added 31 10 2017

Prepare Your Company For Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 is loosely defined as the computerisation of manufacturing and welcomes the exciting new concept of intelligent machinery. One crucial outcome of Industry 4.0 is reducing production time, by integrating intelligence via a PC into machinery and...



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Presenting at Jaguar Land Rover


Added 31 10 2017

Presenting our BuildAssist Range At B&R Innovation Day Back in September, ATM was given the opportunity to exhibit our BuildAssist range at Jaguar Landrover. Invited by B&R, we bought over some BuildAssist demonstrations to Castle Bromwich and proudly portrayed the benefits of our...



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Flooring Assembly Made Easy


Added 19 09 2017

Flooring Assembly Made Easy Here at ATM we strive for innovation and excellence for every project we deliver, our semi-automated systems for Automotive Flooring are no different. These BuildAssist stations offer a reliable and ergonomic solution for the assembly of components and fasteners...



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