Customised Solutions
Specialises in developing customised solutions that perfectly fit the unique requirements of each client, ensuring optimal performance and integration with existing processes.Comprehensive Support Services
Provides extensive after-sales support, including training, maintenance, and technical assistance, to ensure smooth operation and quick resolution of any issues.Long-Term Partnership and Consultation
Acts as a long-term partner for clients, offering ongoing consultation and upgrades to keep pace with technological advancements and changing industry demands.
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RNA’s Capabilities
RNA provides reliable feeding systems such as vibratory bowl feeders, step feeders, and flexible feeding platforms, ideal for presenting moulded plastic parts—ranging from small connectors to large housings—in the correct orientation and sequence for downstream processes. Robotic and conveyor-based handling ensures seamless part movement and reduced cycle times.
Integrated robotic solutions automate key functions such as part removal from moulding machines, deflashing, assembly, and packaging.
- Robotic part handling, machine tending
- Collaborative robot (cobot) integration
- Vision-guided robotics for complex tasks, including FlexCube assisted picking
RNA specialises in automating the post-moulding process. This includes automated part extraction, trimming, cooling, inspection, and assembly—creating closed-loop systems that reduce waste and labour while increasing throughput in plastic component manufacturing.
- Automated part removal, rejection, and sorting.
- Integration with auxiliary equipment like chillers, dryers, conveyors, linear robots.
- Assembly automation and over moulding insertion processes.
- Post-processing operations such as trimming and quality inspection.
Complete automation of moulding lines and secondary operations is achieved through PLC and HMI-based control systems. These ensure consistent cycle control, temperature regulation, and synchronization between machines, feeders, and robots—driving up efficiency and quality.
- Programming of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, RFID communication
- Manufacturing execution systems (MES) integration
- Real-time monitoring, data collection, process optimisation
RNA uses simulation and digital twin technology to model and optimise automation systems before physical deployment. Artificial intelligence is also applied for predictive maintenance and process improvement, helping plastic manufacturers make data-driven decisions and reduce downtime.
RNA’s in-house engineering team offers full mechanical and electrical design, creating customised automation solutions that integrate with your existing plastic production processes. From feasibility to factory acceptance testing, every solution is tailored to meet specific industry requirements.
RNA integrates advanced vision systems to inspect for defects such as warping, flash, and short shots.
- Automated dimensional measurement and inspection
- Vision inspection for defects, colours, printing quality, material checks etc
- Integrated rejection and sorting systems
RNA offers both modular systems for common plastic part handling and custom automation for unique applications.
FlexType™ P Assembly – Standard flexible assembly solution for plastic parts.
FlexType™ P Pack – Standard flexible packing solution for plastic parts.
FlexType™ R – Standard flexible feeding solution for plastic parts.
With experience across high-volume plastic production, RNA supports layout optimisation, equipment integration, and process redesign to reduce space usage, streamline workflows, and improve OEE across the plant floor.
- Lean manufacturing consultation and implementation
- Workflow analysis and plant layout optimisation
- Preventive maintenance and asset management programs
Applications
Bowl feeders to feed and orientate Moulding Plastic Caps
Bowl Feeder Standard Equipment
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FlexType™ P Automatic Diaphragm Assembly Machine
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Multi-lane bowl feeder handles and orientates Spray Nozzle Tip Caps
Bowl Feeder Multi-lane Linear Systems
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Vibratory bowl feeder to feed and orientate Spigots
Bowl Feeder EcoType™ Bowl Feeders
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Automated Vial Filling and Labelling Machine
Rotary Indexing Machines Assembly Machines
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Bowl Feeder to feed and orientate Retaining Rings
Bowl Feeder Standard Equipment
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What our clients say
“RNA have been a pleasure to work with, they regularly go above and beyond to help with your requirements and do so in an extremely professional manner. Matthew knight has been my point of contact, and he has made the whole process stress and problem free. Asking for a complex automation system, I originally had a few concerns with how this project would work, but with Matt and RNA’s knowledge and expertise they proved that my concerns were nothing to worry about.”
Engineering Manager of UK based plastic injection moulders, providing high quality plastic injection moulded parts and assemblies
Plastics FAQs
Custom automation systems are tailored for specific stages of plastic production, including injection moulding, extrusion, and thermoforming. They incorporate specialised equipment such as robotics, vision systems, advanced sensors, programmable logic controllers, and intelligent software to automate critical operations effectively.
Custom automation enables plastics companies to enhance competitiveness by optimising production output while upholding stringent quality standards. Additionally, this automation minimises human involvement, resulting in lower labour costs and reduced workplace accidents. Some of our core capabilities include:
- Turnkey automation solutions
- Extrusion automation
- Injection moulding automation
- Thermoforming automation
- Blow moulding automation
- Data analytics and IoT integration
RNA Automation systems are engineered to handle a wide variety of plastic components including moulded parts, caps and closures, fittings, clips, connectors, housings, tubes, and packaging elements. Whether parts are rigid, flexible, lightweight, or delicate, we provide customised feeding and handling solutions to ensure smooth automation.
Yes. We specialise in moulding cell automation, offering solutions that integrate directly with injection moulding machines. This includes part separation, cooling conveyors, orientation systems, and robotic pick-and-place units for downstream assembly, inspection, or packaging.
We provide custom injection moulding automation, vibratory and centrifugal feeders, flexible feeding systems, rotary indexing machines, and vision-guided robotic systems. These are tailored for tasks like sorting, orienting, assembling, and inspecting plastic components.
RNA Automation ensures safe, damage-free handling of plastic parts using:
Custom Feeders: Vibratory bowls, centrifugal feeders, step feeders and FlexType systems with tailored, low-friction tooling to gently handle delicate parts.
Vision-Guided Robotics: Precise pick-and-place with sensors to avoid damage.
Soft Handling: Smooth materials and controlled movements to prevent scratches.
Inspection Systems: Vision systems detect defects as small as 0.5 mm, ensuring quality.
Custom Solutions: Tailored designs for specific parts, optimising safe handling.
RNA offers flexible feeding systems such as the FlexType™ R and FlexType™ P Pack, which are designed for rapid changeovers and mixed-part handling. These are ideal for manufacturers dealing with frequent part changes, short runs, or customised plastic components.
Yes. We integrate machine vision for part orientation, quality control, colour differentiation, and rejection of defective or flash-containing parts. Vision-guided robotic systems can also be deployed for complex sorting and verification tasks in real time.
Contact our team to discuss your next project. Our experts will provide guidance and support to help you achieve your goals. Call us on +44 (0)121 749 2566 or email us using [email protected].
RNA has a lot of experience within the plastics moulding industry, we work with multiple key OEM machinery suppliers directly and have a lot of years of built up internal knowledge. We have successfully completed many simple project’s demoulding then assembling all the way up to over moulding inserts with full inspection and test cells afterwards. The reason RNA can help you with your plastics project is the key understanding of plastic moulding and all of it processes, having worked in plastics moulding myself for the last 14 years it means I can understand your process and help guide you with the best way to get the results you require.
Matt Knight | Sales Engineer