Industrial | BBS Automation

In industrial applications, it is not only end products that are manufactured automatically – the components that are installed in machines, systems, and production systems are themselves produced using highly automated processes. These components and assemblies are essential for the operation of industrial systems and must meet the highest standards of quality, precision, and reliability.

Typical products

Sensors and actuators (e.g., temperature sensors, proximity switches, drives)
Control and regulation devices (e.g., PLC assemblies, switch assemblies)
Valves and pump components (e.g., pneumatic systems)
Electronic assemblies and printed circuit boards (e.g., for controllers, transmitters, and receivers)
Housings and mechanical support structures (e.g., for installing other components)
Products used in industrial environments are characterized by a number of properties.

Robustness and durability

Industrial components are designed for continuous operation under conditions that are often extreme: high temperatures, dust, moisture, vibrations, chemicals.

Standards and certifications

Industrial products often have to meet strict standards (e.g., ISO, IEC, CE, UL, ATEX).

Service life and maintainability

Industrial components are often modular in design, repairable, and designed for long life cycles (10–20 years).

Functional safety and redundancy

In industry, functional safety is crucial, e.g., in emergency stop circuits or safety-critical controls.

Interfaces and integration

Industrial components often use standardized industrial communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, CANopen, Modbus, OPC UA).

And numerous other features.

Automation technologies in component manufacturing (examples)

Assembly processes for the precise assembly of individual parts
Pick-and-place robots for assembling printed circuit boards
Injection molding systems for plastic housings and insulators
Laser cutting and welding systems for metal components
Inline testing systems for real-time quality assurance

Production requirements

Since these components often operate under extreme conditions in industrial applications (e.g., high temperatures, vibrations, humidity), strict requirements apply to: