Almost 50 FANUC robots will paint both car bodies and plastic add-on parts such as bumpers at the carmaker's site.
“We are managing the entire project, including installation,” said Jan Kamenicky, Head of Paint at FANUC Europe. “Our application technology ensures fast changeover times and minimal paint loss.”
FANUC impressed the unnamed customer with an innovative cabin painting concept that requires fewer cabins and robots. The company’s paint lab near Stuttgart, Germany, also played a crucial role in securing the order.
The robots will automatically open the bonnet and boot and apply multiple layers of paint, with technology provided by FANUC partner Sames Kremlin.
“Like our standard robots, our paint robots are extremely durable and benefit from unlimited maintenance,” Kamenicky added. “This makes us an attractive partner for companies aiming for sustainable operations.”
Painting robots are essential for achieving high-quality surfaces, the company said. The technology is able to apply paint evenly and efficiently, while protecting employees from health hazards.
FANUC, headquartered in Japan, offers around 200 robot models, including a wide range of painting robots and paint system solutions.
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