Custom Applications for Automotive and Aerospace Manufacturing Industries

At every level, the automotive and aerospace industries demand speed and precision to feed an ever-growing market. To meet this demand, manufacturers can turn to the precision automation engineering of +Vantage.

These industries require rapid, flexible systems with the capacity to adapt—our team provides the powerful automation and industry expertise to help your business thrive. +Vantage integrated solutions give companies the tools to maximize their productivity while minimizing errors and downtime.

Powertrains

One assembly-heavy aspect of the automotive manufacturing process that benefits from automation is the powertrain. The testing and inspection processes for these precision mechanical components stand to benefit greatly from either fully- or semi-automatic integration, increasing safety for workers, while increasing production efficiency for the line.

Powertrain Parts Applications

Engine Block
Cylinder Heads
Connecting Rods
Crank Shafts
Cam Shafts

Transmissions

Whether a consumer automobile or world-class sports car, transmissions require nanometer accuracy in production to prevent defects that could cause catastrophic results. Automation offers superior accuracy, as well as the integrated metrology solutions to ensure every piece performs up to standard. Here is an assortment of applications where +Vantage systems integration can provide benefits to transmission production.

Transmission Parts Production

Transmission Cases
Gears
Shift Levers and Actuator Rods
Clutches
Harnesses and Electronics
Drive Chains and Sprockets
Hydraulics

Transmission Manufacturing Automation

Full Automatic Construction Assembly via Robotics
Semi-Automatic Assembly via Work Stations
Manual Gearbox Assembly with Automated Classification and Identification Support

E-Mobility & Electric Vehicles

The growing prevalence of e-vehicles and fleets both in commercial and consumer capacities will necessitate new kinds of production line automation to handle the high-powered electric motors at a large scale. Technology in the e-mobility field has even progressed to the point that electric passenger airplanes are very feasible. With more automobile companies introducing electric models every year, specialized manufacturing and testing equipment will drive this innovation. Here are some areas +Vantage solutions can be utilized in this rapidly growing area of the industry.

Application for Electric Vehicles

Batteries
Electric Motors
Charging Components
Integrated Electronics and Computers

Structural Component Manufacturing

The automotive industry is already heavily automated, and that trend is forecast to continue in the coming years. Automotive parts manufacturers need to consistently produce top-quality parts at a rapid pace to compete in the market.

In both the aerospace and automotive industries, automation ensures that stringent precision and safety guidelines can be met without sacrificing efficiency. Furthermore, the growing abundance of new technologies is already changing how structural parts are produced, and +Vantage is here with advanced automation solutions:

Application for Automotive Manufacturing of Structural Parts

Dash Panels
Rear Shelf Panels
Rear Inner Panels
Baffles
Front Cross Members
Front Frames

Application for Aerospace Manufacturing of Structural Parts

Wings
Fuselage
Empennage
Flight Control Surfaces
Internal Supports

Diesel Automotive Systems

The unique function of diesel engines compared to conventional internal combustion engines, and therefore comes with unique manufacturing challenges. Even beyond trucks and busses, diesel is a staple of the heavy-machinery industry, and dozens of industries rely on high-quality diesel engine components to function. +Vantage solutions ensure only the best parts come off of the production line.

Application for Diesel System Parts

Fuel Tanks
Fuel Lines
Filters
Pumps
Fuel Injectors

Part Testing

To ensure consistent, quality components, process monitoring is a necessary feature of the automation process. High volumes require specialized systems to control production lines, sort pieces, and validate their quality. Here, our inspection and sorting solutions offer incredible benefits across the industry.

Automation Application for Testing

High-Speed Visual Inspection of Parts
Dimensional Metrology
Torque testing systems
Stroke and backlash testing
Eddy current testing
Leak Test Systems
Resonance Testing
Simple Pass/Fail Systems for Identifying Faulty Components

Work With Us

At +Vantage, we have more than 15 years of experience delivering expert engineering and dedicated support to the automotive and aerospace industries. From assembly to integration to inspection, we provide unparalleled value to customers in every corner of the industry. Our detailed process and personal touch ensure manufacturers implement the best automation systems possible and keep them running decades down the line.

Contact us today to discover the possibilities of incorporating advanced, custom automation, and metrology tools in the automotive and aerospace industries.

USA: +1.734.432.5055
Canada: +1.226.234.1515
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+Vantage Corporation
12623 Newburgh Road
Livonia, MI 48150