SMART FACTORY ROBOTICS SOLUTIONS

Elevate Visual Quality Inspection and Material Handling with Intelligent Automation

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Reduce operational costs, improve efficiency, and optimize your workforce with our smart, customer-focused manufacturing solutions. We automate repetitive surface inspection and material handling tasks, freeing up workers and elevating quality.
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Your Trusted Smart Factory Advisor

Tell us more about your workflows. Then let’s identify and address key areas for improvement. Together we will develop tailored solutions for your visual quality inspection and automation needs.
We will guide your way to Industry 5.0 and empower your business for sustainable growth.
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Why Automate With Us

Seamless integration of advanced machine vision and AI technologies

Ability to deliver tailored A-to-Z solutions designed around customers’ unique needs

Full after-sales support and continuous improvement consultancy

Proven track record of delivering measurable results for customers

Long-standing history of industrial imaging innovation since 1873

Committed to delivering meaningful value for customers and society

Our Automation Solutions

Cobot Solutions for Visual Quality Inspection

Software Solutions for Cobots

CoboVox
Voice-enabled cobot programming app
CoboDock
Powering our cobot solutions

Your Benefits

Consistent Quality

Automation ensures uniformity in product quality across production runs.

Better Compliance

Adherence to strict industry regulations is simplified, ensuring products meet or exceed quality standards.

Reduced Operational Costs

Automation decreases the need for manual labor and improves overall efficiency.

Your Benefits

Increased Job Satisfaction

Robots free hands and minds so that employees can skill up and perform more value-added tasks.

Increased Efficiency

Streamlined processes and faster production cycles reduce time-to-market and multiply throughput.

Improved Safety

Reduced human intervention in hazardous tasks improves workplace safety and minimizes health risks.

Your Benefits

Quick ROI

Customers report a return on investment in less than a year, highlighting the quick financial benefits and value of our solutions.

Seamless Integration

Easy integration with existing manufacturing systems minimizes disruption and prevents new technology resistance..

Advanced Data Management

Intuitive tools for collecting, analyzing, and leveraging data improve decision-making and allow for continuous improvement.

How to get started

1

Initial Consultation

Talk with our smart factory experts to discuss your specific workflow needs and automation goals.
2

On-Site Evaluation

We visit your manufacturing plant to understand your processes in detail.
3

Feasibility Study

Our team ensures proposed solution meets your needs through feasibility study.
4

Custom Proposal

We develop a custom-made proposal outlining the tailored features and capabilities.
5

Final Offer

A detailed final offer is provided, including lead times and complete project details.
6

Proof of Concept

Execute a paid PoC to show the custom solution's effectiveness and integration capabilities.
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Industries We Serve

Manufacturing

Automotive

Display

ITC

Paints & Coatings

Textile

Recyling

Food and Beverages

Pharmaceutical

R&D

And more

Client Success Stories

News & Events

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IZB 22-24.10.2024 Wolfsburg

Konica Minolta and partners elevating surface quality inspection

Building on our first appearance at IZB (International Suppliers Fair) in 2022 with CoboSense 1.0, we teamed up with leading imaging technology experts, Konica Minolta Sensing, Specim, and Rhopoint Instruments, to revolutionize visual surface quality inspection. Together, we are advancing the field with cutting-edge solutions such as AI-driven machine vision
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Intertool 23-26.04.2024 Wels

CoboSense-Aesthetix first live demo in Austria, hosted by Universal Robots

Konica Minolta’s Robotics team participated in Intertool, Austria's premier trade fair for manufacturing technology in the metal processing sector, focused on machine and precision tools. As one of the co-exhibiting partners of Universal Robots, alongside SPIE ESCAD
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PaintExpo 9-12.04.2024 Karlsruhe

Perfect surface finish? It’s possible with CoboSense-Aesthetix

The Konica Minolta Robotics team, in collaboration with Rhopoint Instruments, proudly presented their co-developed solution CoboSense-Aesthetix at PaintExpo, the world’s premier trade fair for industrial coating technology.
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Automatica 27-30.06.2023 Munich

Konica Minolta and Specim present: CoboSense-Specim

Konica Minolta’s European Robotics team attended the biggest automation trade fair in Europe, joining forces with its partner Specim, a pioneer and leading supplier of hyperspectral imaging solutions. Together, we showcased CoboSense-Specim – a next-generation visual quality inspection system powered by cobot automation.
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Awards & Certifications

Blog Articles

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Future of Manufacturing: Cobots Vs. Industrial Robots

Cobots are set to play a significant role alongside industrial robots. This article explores the differences between the two and why cobots offer unique advantages over traditional robots.

How New Robot Programming Methods Lower the Cost of Robotics for Manufacturers

Robot programming methods have greatly evolved since industrial robots, and cobots have gained popularity in manufacturing environments as companies transition to automated workflows and Industry 4.0. Conventionally, robot programming methods were extremely complex

Frequently Asked Questions

What is meant by smart manufacturing and smart factory?

Smart manufacturing involves the use of advanced technologies and data analytics to improve production processes, making them more efficient, flexible, and responsive. It integrates machines, sensors, and systems to create a connected and intelligent manufacturing environment.

A smart factory is a physical representation, where these interconnected technologies work together to optimize operations, reduce downtime, and improve product quality. In a smart factory, real-time data and automated systems enable proactive maintenance and continuous improvement.

How are smart manufacturing and IIoT solutions related?

Smart manufacturing relies heavily on the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) to connect machines, sensors, and devices across the production floor. IIoT solutions allow real-time data collection and analysis, providing insights that drive informed decision-making and process improvements. By leveraging IIoT, smart manufacturing achieves greater efficiency, predictive maintenance, and improved operational performance.

What is Industry 5.0?

Industry 5.0 is the next phase in industrial development, focusing on the collaboration between humans and machines. It puts the well-being of workers at the center of the production process, combining human intelligence and creativity with advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The goal of Industry 5.0 is to create a more sustainable, innovative, and worker-friendly manufacturing environment.

What is the difference between Industry 4.0 and 5.0?

Industry 4.0 focuses on using digital technology to make manufacturing more efficient and productive by connecting machines and systems. It’s all about automation and data exchange. Industry 5.0 takes it a step further by emphasizing the collaboration between humans and machines. It aims to enhance human skills and create more personalized and sustainable production processes.

What is the difference between a Cobot and a Robot?

Cobots, or collaborative robots, are designed to work safely alongside humans in a shared workspace. Unlike traditional robots, which often operate in isolated environments due to safety concerns, cobots have advanced sensors and programming that allow them to safely interact with humans. They are typically used for tasks that require precision and adaptability, such as assembly, packaging, and inspection. Cobots are easy to program and can be quickly integrated into various processes, making them ideal for dynamic manufacturing environments. Traditional robots, on the other hand, require extensive programming experience and are typically used in more rigid, repetitive tasks.

What is Autonomous Material Handling (AMH)?

Autonomous material handling involves using automated systems and vehicles to move materials within a facility without human intervention. These systems, such as Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), navigate through production areas, warehouses, and distribution centers, optimizing material flow and reducing the need for manual labor. Learn more about our AMH solutions