Siemens Switchgear Use a Robot Army to Achieve a 350% Efficiency Leap

About Customer

Shanghai Siemens Switchgear is a core node in Siemens’s global supply chain, specializing in medium-voltage switchgear production. With a focus on innovation and lean digitalization, the company operates a state-of-the-art facility in Shanghai, China, and plays a pivotal role in Siemens’s global manufacturing strategy.

The Challenge

• Managing a vast, complex SKU portfolio.
• Manual operations limiting efficiency and response time.
• Space constraints hindering storage capacity.
• Implementing automation without disrupting production.
• No existing solutions for discrete manufacturing needs.

Our Solution

• Solution Deployed: End-to-end warehouse-to-production automation.
• Robotic Integration: 100+ robots, including P800, RS/C, X-series, and MP1000R.
• System Integration: Integrated with WMS, MES, and SAP for real-time data.
• Spatial Optimization: 60% footprint reduction, 300% storage increase.

The Geek+ impact

• Efficiency: 350% increase in operational efficiency.
• Accuracy: Near-perfect materials accuracy on the production line.
• Storage Utilization: 300% increase in site storage capacity.
• Safety: Human-centered design with advanced safety systems and ergonomic improvements.

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