Plant engineering for the growing demands of automotive production Automation for the automotive industry
For over 50 years, we have been supporting manufacturers and suppliers with bespoke automation solutions and state-of-the-art plant designs to reduce cycle times, enhance process reliability and sustainably expand production capacity. From planning and implementation through to commissioning, we deliver future-proof systems for competitive and cost-effective manufacturing.
The automotive industry is facing a radical transformation Challenges
Rising quality standards, shorter development cycles, pressure from Asian OEMs on European car manufacturers, and the need for flexible production processes all call for high-performance systems. We design, manufacture and integrate bespoke system solutions for the automotive industry – efficient, scalable and future-proof.
Increasing diversity of derivatives
Vehicles are being offered in an ever-increasing number of variants to cater to different markets and target groups. Flexible production line designs enable the efficient production of different variants on a single line.
Competitive pressure from China
International competitive pressure, particularly from China, is increasing significantly. Cost-effective and highly automated production solutions are crucial to remaining competitive and safeguarding Europe’s locational advantages.
The transition to electric mobility
New drive technologies and battery components are changing manufacturing requirements. Flexible plant designs enable the integration of new production processes and support the transition to electric mobility.
High demands on delivery capability
Supply chains must operate reliably and on schedule. Automated production facilities increase availability, reduce downtime and ensure predictable production capacity.
We bring over 50 years of experience Areas of expertise
You can rely on our experience and expertise in the following areas of automotive plant engineering. With our turnkey approach, we support you through every stage of the process – from planning to the handover of the production line. We place particular importance on customer-focused project management that is tailored to your individual needs.
Prototype manufacturing and small-batch production
Within the FFT Group, we carry out prototype construction and the manual or (semi-)automated production of small batches, ranging from sheet metal forming to the manufacture of components, assemblies and entire car bodies.
Body-in-white
Our core expertise lies in innovative structural and assembly systems, utilising our own technologies and products: we support our customers every step of the way, from planning, design and simulation right through to on-site assembly and the start of production.
Final assembly
Various processes take place during final vehicle assembly, all of which offer significant potential for automation. These include windscreen installation, filling with fluids, foaming, and seat installation.
Battery systems
FFT has extensive expertise in battery assembly, ranging from cell production through module and pack manufacturing, and the production of enclosures and control systems, to research projects in the field of battery recycling.
Varnish
We automate paint shops for the automotive industry – from planning and integration through to commissioning. Intelligent control technology, robotics and digital processes ensure the highest standards of quality, efficiency, process reliability and sustainable production workflows.
Truck
We regularly apply the expertise we have gained in the traditional passenger car sector to our truck production. We possess particular expertise in plant engineering, particularly when it comes to the body-in-white production of truck bodies and cabs.
Let us work with you to automate your production. We look forward to getting in touch with you.
Please send us your concept idea, your automation requirements or a description of the production process where we can assist you.
We look forward to presenting our standardised portfolio to you, but also to working with you to develop new solutions.
