AP&T automates new production line for Tenere in Mexico

AP&T is supplying the automation for Tenere’s new metal part forming facility in Monterrey, Mexico. The heart of the facility is a fully automated multipress line for forming metal parts, including large panels and chassis for server racks and other information and communications technology products.

AP&T is providing delivery, installation, integration, and commissioning of all automation equipment included in the line. This includes a complete system for quick, continuous blank feeding and four SpeedFeeder linear robots that move blanks and components through the forming process. The robots are fully programmable on all axes and independent of each other, which simplifies introduction of new dies to the line. The line also is equipped with an AP&T electrical safety system.

The operator’s interface to the line is a panel similar to a PC with Windows-based software, which allows full control of the individual machines in the line and simplified troubleshooting and communication.

The start of production is planned for Q1 2022.