Linear technology
Efficient motion with linear conveying from item
- Customised linear units thanks to the item Linear System
- Drive technology for any task
- Straightforward configuration and commissioning
Automated Production with item – efficient, versatile and safe
Ensure the automation of your production operations is a success with versatile solutions from item, including robot peripherals, linear technology, conveying technology and much more besides.
How can automation improve efficiency and reduce workload in production?
Solutions for automating production relieve the strain on your staff and make your processes more efficient. Let stationary robots take over monotonous tasks, and use mobile robotics, linear units and conveyor belts to automate your transport operations. The modularity of the item Building Kit System means you can customise solutions and combine all the various disciplines, while at the same time benefiting from over 4500 mutually compatible components.
Which item Building Kit System components enable customizable automation?
There are many different ways to automate production, from linear solutions and lightweight robots to mobile industrial robots. item offers you a wide range of solutions for automating your manufacturing processes, with machine cabins, enclosures and guards all making your production safer.
Stationary and mobile robotics
Stationary or mobile – robot peripherals from item
- Preconfigured and customised robot cells for cobots from various manufacturers
- Robot superstructures for different makes of mobile robot
- Compatible with all components from the modular item Building Kit System
Conveying technology
Conveying equipment for automated and manual material handling
- Modular, high-performance conveyor systems
- Transporting suspended workpieces or load carriers
- Large selection of roller conveyors and conveyor belts
Machine cabins
Machine enclosures for safe and clean production
- Custom machine cabins made from Profiles X or Line XMS profiles
- Minimal assembly requirements thanks to integrated functions
- Exceptional versatility with an aesthetic design
Enclosures, guards and partitions
Maximum safety for people and machinery
- Wide choice of robust doors, frames and panels
- Tamper-proof design
- Compatible with components from the modular item Building Kit System
How can you explore sample automation setups in the item Online Shop?
In the item Online Shop, you will discover examples of solutions for linear technology, robotics and conveying equipment. Use them as a source of inspiration or as a starting point for your own projects. Thanks to comprehensive CAD data and parts lists, you can use these sample solutions exactly as they are or as the basis for customised solutions that you can tailor to your needs in the item Engineeringtool.
Linear technology
From a single-axis linear unit to a 3D gantry – explore example solutions for a variety of applications in the Online Shop. They can be configured as required in the item Engineeringtool.
Robotics
Whether for stationary or mobile robotics, the sample solutions for peripherals and accessories serve as a source of inspiration or as a starting point for your project. Preconfigured applications are ready to use straight away.
Conveyor technology
From conveyor belts to roller conveyors – visit the Online Shop and draw some inspiration from a whole host of item sample solutions for conveying technology. Customising the sample applications is easy in the item Engineeringtool.
Why is modular profile technology key to modern production automation?
Production automation is increasingly becoming the norm in modern-day industry. Using equipment such as robots, linear technology and conveyor belts makes production processes and the transport of materials altogether more efficient. It eases the strain on staff and means they can carry on uninterrupted with work that actually adds value. From robotics solutions to linear technology and conveyor belts – you can use our tried-and-tested profile technology as a basis for modular applications geared completely to your production requirements. The end-to-end compatibility of the modular system from item means you can take your intralogistics processes to a whole new level by combining different solutions.
More about automation
Virtual factory
Explore item in a virtual environment
Take our interactive online tour and find out how you can use item at your company.
item Academy
Online training modules about automation
The item Academy offers you the perfect gateway into the world of automation, including linear technology, robotics, conveyor belts, etc. Discover a whole host of online training units and product guides.
item blog
Automation in practice
Want to know more about what’s possible in automated production? In the item blog, you will find posts covering the basic principles of production automation, along with success stories and related news.
Frequently Asked Questions: Automated Production
- What is automated production?
Automated production refers to the use of robotics, linear technology, and conveyor systems to perform repetitive or transport tasks with minimal human intervention. - How does the item Building Kit System support automation?
With over 4500 compatible components, the item Building Kit System allows for modular and flexible design of automation solutions, including machine frames, robot cells, and conveyor systems. - Can I combine different automation disciplines with item?
Yes, the system’s cross-compatible components make it easy to integrate robotics, linear technology, and intralogistics in one seamless solution. - Where can I find ready-to-use automation examples?
The item Online Shop provides sample solutions with CAD data and parts lists, which can be adapted using the item Engineeringtool. - Is automated production suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises?
Absolutely. Thanks to modularity and scalability, automation with item is cost-effective and adaptable for SMEs and custom machinery. - What tools does item offer for planning automation projects?
The item Engineeringtool enables browser-based 3D planning of automation systems, including live bill-of-materials and exportable CAD files.