Factory Automation
Automate Your Production With Confidence
Factory automation uses robotics, conveyors, motion control, vision and PLC control systems to run production tasks with less manual effort and more consistency. For Irish manufacturers facing labour shortages, rising costs and pressure on quality, it is one of the most reliable ways to grow output without growing headcount.
Reliance Automation is your local factory automation partner. We design, build, install and support automation systems for manufacturers across Ireland, from a single robotic cell to a complete production line, with engineers and stock in Cork, Dublin, Limerick, Dundalk and Antrim.
Production Challenges We Solve
Labour shortages
Keep lines running when skilled operators are hard to find, and move your people to higher-value work.
Inconsistent quality
Automated processes repeat the same way every cycle, reducing variation, rework and scrap.
Production bottlenecks
We find and automate the slowest steps on your line to increase throughput and balance flow.
Manual handling
Remove people from repetitive lifting, loading and hazardous tasks to make your factory safer.
Rising cost per unit
Lower labour and scrap costs per part and get more output from the same floor space.
Traceability
Capture production data automatically for full traceability and easier compliance in regulated industries.
What We Automate
Robotic Cells & Cobots
Collaborative and industrial robot cells for pick and place, machine tending, material removal and assembly.
Part Feeding & Vision
Flexible part feeding and vision-guided picking, so one system can handle many part types with fast changeover.
Conveyors & Linear Motion
Bosch Rexroth conveyors, transfer systems and linear motion technology to move and position parts accurately.
Assembly Automation
Custom assembly cells and fixtures that build every product to the same standard, shift after shift.
Packaging & End-of-Line
Robotic packaging, denesting, sealing and inspection that protect your product and speed up dispatch.
Mobile Robots (AMRs)
MiR autonomous mobile robots that move materials between processes without manual trolleys or forklifts.
How a Factory Automation Project Works
01. Process Review
We visit your site, study the process and agree clear goals for output, quality, labour and safety.
02. Concept & Proof
We develop concepts and prove critical steps in our development lab before you commit to the full investment.
03. Detailed Design
Mechanical and electrical design in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, with PLC and SCADA control design to IEC 61131-3.
04. Build & Test
We build the system and test it before delivery, so issues are solved before it reaches your factory floor.
05. Install & Commission
Our engineers install, commission and hand over the system with minimal disruption to production.
06. Train & Support
Operator training, 24/7 remote diagnostics and on-site service from five locations across Ireland.
Factory Automation by Industry
Medical Devices
Precision assembly, inspection and traceability for validated, regulated production.
Life Sciences
Automated handling, testing and packaging that support compliance and validation.
Food & Beverage
Reliable handling, packaging and end-of-line automation to keep up with demand.
FMCG
High-speed handling and packaging built for high volumes and quick changeovers.
Metal & Machining
Robotic machine tending and material removal to keep your machines running longer.
General Manufacturing
Flexible robotic cells and conveyors that scale with your products and volumes.
Factory Automation FAQs
What is factory automation?
Factory automation uses machines, robotics, control systems and software to carry out production tasks with minimal manual input. It covers assembly, material handling, inspection, testing and packaging, helping manufacturers increase output, improve consistency and make work safer.
How much does factory automation cost?
Cost depends on the scope of the project, from a single robotic cell to a complete production line. We start with a process assessment so you get a clear proposal and expected return before you commit, and many customers automate in phases to spread the investment.
How long does a factory automation project take?
Timelines depend on complexity. A standalone cell can be delivered much faster than a fully integrated line. We agree a realistic schedule at the design stage and manage the project through build, testing, installation and commissioning.
Can you automate one part of our production line?
Yes. Many manufacturers start by automating a single bottleneck or repetitive task, then expand. Our systems are designed to scale, so each stage builds on the last.
Can new automation work with our existing machines?
Yes. Our controls engineers integrate new equipment with existing PLCs, SCADA systems and machinery, and can upgrade legacy control systems to keep your whole line running together.
Do you provide support after installation?
Yes. We offer 24/7 technical support, remote diagnostics, on-site service and hands-on training, with hardware stocked across all five Reliance facilities to reduce downtime.
Where in Ireland do you provide factory automation?
We support manufacturers across the island of Ireland from our five locations in Cork, Dublin, Limerick, Dundalk and Antrim.
