May 29, 2024
Automation for quality and efficiency
The winning team developed an automated production line, machining and assembly that produces the heart of a compressor unit. Combining visual recognition and artificial intelligence ensures that the right components are used. This reduces the production time for a job from 20 minutes to just 10 minutes, with the robot now doing 90% of the work.
Cooperation between man and machine
This automation does not mean replacing human labor but complementing it. The future in production lies in harmonious cooperation between man and robot.
Annual award from Atlas Copco Group
The Giulio Mazzalupi Operational Excellence Award has been presented annually since 2018 and aims to reward an individual or team for significant contributions to improving and executing processes aimed at delivering products or services to customers in the best, most sustainable, cost-effective and timely manner.
Johan Dom, Marcel Horemans, Karel Vennens and Dave Verresen of the Airtec Division within the Compressor Technique Business Area are rewarded with this award for their outstanding work.
The winning team from left to right: Dave Verresen, Johan Dom, Marcel Horemans and Karel Vennens