Exploded view of standard automation cell base

Industrial Automation Cell Platform

For years, custom automation usually meant starting each machine from a blank design. Every new machine required a new frame, guarding, electrical cabinet, safety circuit, and operator layout. Those areas must be reliable, but they do not need to be redesigned from scratch every time.

Our approach is to keep the system standard where it should be and flexible where it matters. By standardizing the repeatable foundation of the machine, we focus engineering time on the actual production problem: tooling, robotics, cycle time, safety access, and process integration.

Working from a proven modular platform gives the project a stronger starting point:

The Platform Architecture

The same base can become different machines depending on the application. Below are examples of how the core structure, controls, safety, and application modules adapt around the process.

Main Platform Structure

The main platform carries the machine. We use heavy-duty welded steel frames with defined sizes, mounting areas, internal wire routing, and air routing. The goal is a rigid base that can support real production equipment, including robots, tooling, fixtures, guarding, and process hardware.

Standard enclosed automation cell

Standard Drawer Cell

Fully enclosed cell structure with steel frame, panels, guarding, access doors, and space for process equipment. Dust-sealed environments are available when required.

Laser-safe automation cell

Laser-Safe Configuration

For laser applications, the same base is built with laser-safe guarding, interlocked access points, and light-control features required for a Class 1 laser cell.

Controls & Safety

The controls and safety system are part of the machine from the start. Electrical cabinets can use modular backplates, predefined electrical and pneumatic disconnects, and organized internal wire routing. Enclosures can be prepared for AC units, fans, safety switches, interlocks, and magnetic locks.

Automation cell controls infrastructure

Blank Control Module

Standard control enclosure with blank backplates for custom control layouts, customer-preferred hardware, or application-specific devices.

Automation cell operator interface

Integrated Control System

Standard control package with Allen-Bradley safety controls and SMC pneumatics available for ready or application-fit cells.

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Standard Application Cells

Cells built for common automation tasks, with options for part loading, part size, and operator workflow.

Standard Application Cells