Customized Solutions
We specialize in developing tailored solutions that perfectly match each client’s unique requirements, ensuring optimal performance and seamless integration with existing processes.Comprehensive Support Services
We provide extensive after-sales support, including training, maintenance, and technical assistance, to ensure smooth operations and quick resolution of any issues.Long-Term Partnership and Consultation
We act as a long-term partner for our clients, offering ongoing consultation and system upgrades to stay aligned with technological advancements and evolving industry demands.From welding and assembly to material handling, nearly every stage of car manufacturing benefits from automation. This technology typically involves integrating robots into key processes to boost efficiency in three main ways: saving time, increasing production capacity, and protecting workers from hazardous or repetitive tasks.
Advanced Feeding and Handling Technologies Feeding and handling technologies—such as vibratory bowl feeders, linear feeders, centrifugal feeders, step feeders, and conveyor systems—are essential to automotive automation. These systems, custom-designed by RNA Automation, efficiently sort, orient, and deliver components like fasteners, connectors, and sensors to assembly lines. By ensuring precise, high-speed part presentation, these technologies minimize downtime, improve production flow, and enable seamless integration of automation in car manufacturing. → Learn more about RNA Feeding and Handling Systems
RNA Automation specializes in a wide range of feeding and handling automation technologies tailored for automotive applications—helping companies enhance efficiency, consistency, and overall production performance.
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RNA’s Capabilities
High-performance feeding and orientation systems — including vibratory bowl feeders, centrifugal feeders, step feeders, and flexible feeding platforms such as the FlexType™ — ensure consistent and precise part orientation for components like clips, fasteners, sensors, bearings, seals, and complex plastic parts. These systems provide a reliable foundation for all downstream automation processes.
- Vision-Guided Inspection: High-resolution cameras and sensors verify dimensions, surface quality, orientation, and completeness.
- In-Line Quality Control: Real-time defect detection for 100% inspection, reducing rework and warranty claims.
- Electrical and Functional Testing: Integration of end-of-line test stations for switches, sensors, and electronic control units (ECUs).
- Leak, Pressure, and Flow Testing: Essential testing for components such as fuel systems, radiators, and air conditioning parts.
Custom and standard systems designed for scalability and rapid deployment.
- FlexType™ P Assembly – Standard flexible assembly solution for automotive components.
- FlexType™ P Pack – Standard flexible packing solution for automotive components.
- FlexType™ R – Standard flexible feeding solution for automotive components.
Barcode communication, custom software development, data storage and tracking communication, in-line 3D part metrology, line tracking programming, lot traceability, MES communication systems, RFID communication, robotic cell simulations, SCADA development, and tracking conveyors.
- Collaboration with OEMs to integrate RNA’s feeding, handling, and robotic systems into into existing production lines.
- On-site installation, commissioning, and operator training.
- After-sales maintenance and upgrades for long-term reliability.
Applications
FlexType™ P Automatic Diaphragm Assembly Machine
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Vibratory bowl feeder to feed and orientate Collets
Bowl Feeder Standard Equipment
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Six Axis Robot Clipping & Welding System
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What our clients say
“I have worked with RNA on numerous projects since I joined the automation department within my company and I can say it has been very easy and professional.
RNA have a very good portfolio of bespoke equipment and standard equipment and offer a lot of solutions within the plastics industries.
We have closely worked together on complicated automation cells that include numerous robots per cell, test equipment and bought in equipment. Throughout these cells there has been plenty of discussions and a lot of information to handle in terms of interfacing and the best technical solution for the end customer. RNA have understood all aspects of the finished part and the challenges with plastic injection moulding.”
Automation and Digital Project Engineer of a globally leading injection moulding machine manufacturer
Automotive FAQs
Automation in the automotive industry involves using advanced technologies, machinery, and software to perform tasks traditionally done by human workers. This includes processes such as assembly, welding, painting, inspection, and quality control. The primary goal is to increase efficiency, improve product quality, reduce production costs, and enhance workplace safety.
At RNA, automation in the automotive industry focuses on feeding and handling solutions that ensure precise, efficient, and reliable part delivery to assembly and production lines.
Our technologies are designed to handle components of various shapes and sizes — such as clips, fasteners, seals, and connectors — with high speed and accuracy. RNA systems seamlessly integrate with robotics, vision inspection, and assembly equipment to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
Key applications include:
- Automated feeding and orientation of automotive components for assembly processes
- Precision part handling to ensure correct positioning and alignment
- Integration with vision systems for quality control and error-proofing (Poka Yoke)
- Flexible feeding systems adaptable to multiple part variants and quick changeovers
These solutions enhance productivity, maintain consistent quality, and help automotive manufacturers meet the increasing demands of modern production.
RNA Automation systems are engineered to handle a wide variety of automotive components, including clips, connectors, trim parts, seals, grommets, fasteners, bearings, cable terminals, and sensor housings.
Whether components are metal, plastic, or composite, RNA designs custom feeding and handling systems to ensure precise orientation, smooth transfer, and reliable performance — fully tailored to meet each customer’s specific production and assembly requirements.
Absolutely. RNA specializes in high-speed, high-reliability automation. Our systems are built to withstand the rigors of automotive production, delivering consistent throughput and uptime.
RNA provides vibratory bowl feeders, step feeders, centrifugal feeders, and flexible feeders with robotic cells to handle parts with complex geometries or orientation needs. Our engineering team designs custom tooling to ensure precise presentation and placement, even for irregular or delicate components.
Yes. We regularly integrate our feeding and handling systems with collaborative robots (cobots), industrial robots, and automated assembly stations. We offer turnkey solutions that include pick-and-place robotics, end-of-line testing, and component insertion into larger manufacturing cells.
RNA offers flexible feeding systems such as the FlexType™ R and FlexType™ P, ideal for handling multiple part variants or frequent design updates. These systems allow rapid changeovers and minimize downtime, supporting just-in-time and mixed-model production.
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 will be able to assist you in the automotive sector due our vast experience of completed cells out within the industry, we have the skillsets and knowledge to effectively assist you with any efficiency improvements or automation cell requirements you may have.
Matt Hallifax | UK Sales Manager