In a highly competitive sector like heavy structural steelwork for earthmoving machinery, ensuring consistent quality and cost optimization is essential. This is the environment in which TMBenne operates, a company based in Città di Castello specialized in the production of excavator buckets and quick couplers for excavators ranging from 1 to 10 tons, with a production capacity of about 4,000 units per month. The introduction of a MIG welding robotic system, designed and built by Tecnorobot, marked a decisive step towards automation, with significant benefits in terms of productivity, quality, and competitiveness.
A challenge of quality and cost control
Before starting the collaboration with Tecnorobot, TMBENNE faced a clear challenge: ensuring consistent quality in welded products. In a market where weld repeatability is a crucial reliability indicator, the need was to overcome the variability typical of manual processes while keeping costs under control. The decision to invest in a robotic system arose precisely from these needs: to achieve homogeneous and repeatable weld joints, optimizing time, materials, and resources.
Tecnorobot: A reliable and close partner
Word of mouth among companies in the sector led TMBENNE to Tecnorobot, recognized as a reliable partner capable of providing customized solutions for automated welding. The quality-price ratio, combined with the presence of a fast and efficient local technical service, played a decisive role in the decision.
The initial goal? To progressively increase the number of components welded using robotic systems, gradually extending automation to multiple stages of the production process over time.
A customized solution for bucket welding
One of the key strengths of the system provided by Tecnorobot is its customized design, tailored specifically to meet TMBENNE’s unique requirements. From the human-machine interface to the configuration of the welding fixtures, every detail was adapted to the types of components produced, taking into account variable dimensions, complex geometries, and specific penetration needs of the weld bead.
During the analysis phase, Tecnorobot demonstrated great flexibility by creating a system that required minimal structural modifications within the existing production spaces.
Easy installation, effective support
The system implementation proceeded smoothly. After a careful planning phase with Tecnorobot’s technicians, the installation was completed quickly: all that was needed was to prepare the space and connections, and the Tecnorobot team took care of the rest. The initial startup phase was supported by targeted technical training, provided to an internal team already experienced, alongside young and dynamic operators. Tecnorobot’s proactive support team ensured an effective and seamless launch.
Tangible results and growing ROI
The benefits of automation quickly became evident. Once the welding program was defined, the system began producing at a steady pace with consistent quality, eliminating the uncertainties typical of manual work. The quality of the finished product improved significantly, especially in terms of uniformity of weld beads, absence of defects, and dimensional accuracy. Although a quantitative evaluation of scrap rates has not yet been conducted, it is clear that parts welded by the robot are more consistent and precise, helping to reduce the risk of rework. Economically, the company now considers itself aligned with market standards, with enhanced competitive capacity both in terms of price and product reliability.
Future outlook: Towards greater automation
The future of TMBENNE is firmly focused on automation. The company plans to expand its fleet of robotic systems, extending automation to additional stages of the production process. This growth project will once again see Tecnorobot as a key partner, thanks to a collaboration proven to be practical, supportive, and results-driven.
➡️ If your company is also looking for robotic solutions for MIG welding, Tecnorobot can design and build customized, high-performance systems that integrate seamlessly into existing production processes. TMBENNE’s experience proves that automation and craftsmanship can coexist, enhancing both product value and business competitiveness.
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Since 1993, Tecnorobot has been a leader in industrial automation, specializing in the design and creation of tailor-made robotic solutions. With an unwavering commitment to innovation and quality, we help companies optimize their production processes, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and safety.
Our team of experts works closely with clients to develop plants that perfectly meet their needs, transforming industrial challenges into growth opportunities.