Our commitment to excellence and innovation in robotic integration for the aerospace industry sets us apart. To guarantee we deliver a complete customized turn-key robotic solution, Aerobotix follows a 12-step project methodology that ensures every project is executed with precision, safety, and efficiency. From the cradle to the grave, we walk beside our customers every step of the way, proving why we are the industry leader.
Here’s an in-depth look at how our project methodology distinguishes us in the robotic integrator world.
All areas of the project’s purchase order (PO), statement of work (SOW), and sales quote are discussed and reviewed by both parties during the kick-off meeting. Once a final agreement and understanding are established, our project manager and their team begin work on the design.
A Preliminary Design Review (PDR) is the initial design review, covering system layout, equipment footprint, proposed locations, utility requirements, safety requirements, and process understanding.
A Critical Design Review (CDR) is more detailed. Customers usually provide feedback on the previously proposed deliverables. This meeting also includes additional information such as major component identifications, proposed processes, and the final layout.
A Final Design Review (FDR) focuses on obtaining final approvals from the customer. The meeting covers an enhanced model or drawing fidelity, human-machine interface (HMI) screens, and a detailed buildup and installation schedule. After both parties agree on all deliverables, parts are ordered for build-up.
A robotic risk analysis covers safety and is unique for each of our turn-key robotic systems. This analysis is presented in all three design reviews to include feedback and implement any changes.
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This step adheres to the SOW presented in the project kick-off meeting. Depending on the size of the system, a senior robotic technician leads a team of two or more to build in one of our three workspaces, covering 64,000 square feet.
Testing takes place before the Initial Acceptance Test. It includes a system start-up, dry runs of the process, and verification of HMI control functions. Once these tests are completed, the team addresses any issues that arise during the test run.
A Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) is conducted to confirm that the robotic system functions properly. It involves the customer, project manager, and both a mechanical and controls engineer. Additionally, a robotic technician is on standby to address any faults.
Note that a full test may not be performed if the system is consolidated
After a successful FAT, the system is disassembled and shipped to the customer facility for installation. A team of robotic technicians and a third-party electrical vendor then work together on-site. The vendor is chosen either by us or the customer.
A full Final Acceptance Test is conducted with the same team involved in the Initial Acceptance Test.
Support varies based on the SOW and agreements made during the project kick-off. A process and controls engineer works with the robot operator to ensure the robotic system and path programs function correctly.
Training is an integral part of the system and involves the operator. The courses cover robot operation, maintenance, hardware, and the overall system.