Design-build projects represent a streamlined approach when working with an automation integrator that can solve your manufacturing challenges with either a single cell or a complete production line.
Key Benefits of Design-Build Projects
1. Increased Productivity Through Engineered Systems Tailored to Your NeedsThe design-build approach significantly enhances productivity by fostering a collaborative environment between the integrator and customer from the project's inception. This team works together to identify the customers goals and true scope of work. Constant and open communication can eliminate potential issues early, reducing the likelihood of costly delays and rework. Continuous collaboration ensures that the project progresses smoothly, with each phase carefully aligned with the next. A good integrator who understands their customers business and market can become a trusted advisor.
2. Improved QualityQuality improvements are a cornerstone of the design-build methodology. The seamless communication between integrator and customer teams allows for real-time adjustments and enhancements, ensuring the final product meets or exceeds client expectations. Whether it is a robotic cell or customer designed machine, communication with project milestones and accountability can remove grey areas and lead to a higher standard of workmanship.
3. Gained EfficienciesDesign-build projects are inherently more efficient. The integration of services and equipment coordinated through appropriate project management can insure the design and assembly teams are working in tandem, schedules are optimized, and the project can often be completed on schedule or early.
4. Competitive AdvantageBy employing the design-build engineered system approach, businesses can achieve a competitive edge in their marketplace. Solutions tailored to your specific needs, space constraints, or production schedules can increase throughput. Additionally, the high-quality outcomes and innovative solutions that result from a collaborative process can differentiate a business from its competitors, attracting more clients and projects.
The ABCO Design-Build Process
ABCO Automation uses an extensive process with a Design Build automation project. We follow these steps as our customers work with an entire team dedicated to their success which includes sales, project management, controls engineering, mechanical engineering and installation team. Our process is as follows:
1. Define Scope of Work
2. Create Concept and Proposal
3. Purchase Order
4. Project Management Takes Over and manages
a. Design Engineering
b. Simulation and Testing
c. Manufacturing
d. Assembly and FAT
e. Installation and SAT
5. After Sale Service Team takes over after installation and Manages
a. System Monitoring
b. Preventative Maintenance
c. Service as Needed
ABCO uses this time tested process to insure your success.
About ABCO Automation
For nearly five decades, ABCO Automation has earned the trust of our customers as a go-to partner for Custom Automation Solutions, Robotic Automation, Contract Manufacturing, Standard Product Solutions and Engineering Services. An employee owned, North Carolina Based corporation, ABCO is driven by improving the profitability and quality of life for our customers and their teams through innovation and technology advancements. For more information, please contact ABCO Automation at media@goabco.com