Custom & Bespoke Automation

We deliver tailored automation turnkey systems that aim to empower manufacturers with competitive advantage with advanced technology through meaningful solution design.

In addition to minimising risk, a POC facilitates iterative improvements, enhances stakeholder confidence and provides essential insights for scalability, resource planning, and cost reduction.

What we offer

We create tailored automation solutions and special-purpose machines to address in a collaborative partnership with our clients. We address unique production challenges and deliver competitive advantage through innovative solutions

Advanced Manufacturing Design

We design custom automation solutions that use advanced manufacturing technologies, enabling businesses to address their operational challenges and enhance efficiency, reliability, and strengthen safety for lasting positive impact

Special Purpose Machines

Recognising that every business has unique needs and goals, we embrace a brand-agnostic philosophy to design custom turnkey systems that are tailored to fit your specific requirements.

“Applied Robotics is a valued member of our PartnerNetwork and we’ve worked with them to deliver state of the art projects including our recent work with TAFE Queensland. On that project Applied Robotics demonstrated its breadth of capabilities across Rockwell technologies including IoT, MES, logistics technologies, PLCs, Emulate 3D digital twin visualisation, and OTTO Motors AMRs.”

– Sebastian Fernandez-Casal

OEM Account Manager, Rockwell

We collaborate closely with you to thoroughly analyses operational systems, challenges and business objectives to ensure our solutions deliver maximum value. Our automation solutions are integrated with our clients’ existing core technologies, our special purpose machines designed and built to meet specific client needs.

01 Design

We design a range of concepts and through simulations and cycle-time analysis, we validate each design which is presented alongside a comprehensive proposal and quotation.

02 Manufacture

Our Mechanical, Controls, and Production teams collaborate to design and build the selected concept, ensuring it meets all specifications. We then carry out Factory Acceptance Testing to guarantee that the system performs to the highest standards before deployment

03 Integrate

Our team conducts on-site delivery, installation, and commissioning, which includes a comprehensive Site Acceptance Test. Following this, we provide tailored training for your technicians and operators, empowering them to enhance their skills and optimise operational performance

We embrace an industry-agnostic approach, having deployed over 650 bespoke automation solutions for both SMEs and leading enterprises across diverse sectors, both nationally and internationally.

We’ve designed and implemented over 650 solutions nationally and internationally, collaborating with industry leaders such as Coca-Cola, Unilever, and Legrand. Explore our innovative solutions here.

Food and Beverage

Pharmaceutical

Building Products

Renewables

Consumer Electronics

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)

Mining

Intralogistics

Manufacturing

Waste and recycling

FAQs

What are your preferred technology providers?

We collaborate with our clients’ chosen technologies, while also sharing our preferred technologies during the discovery phase of each project.

What can I anticipate as the price for a special-purpose machine?

The cost of our custom automation solutions is shaped by project complexity and scope. We collaborate closely with our clients to align proposals with their budgets, ensuring solutions that deliver value without compromise.

What is your delivery timeline?

Delivery timelines are tailored to the complexity and specific challenges of each project. Typically, our solutions are delivered within a six to twelve-month window

What is the duration of the warranty period?

We provide a standard 12-month warranty on our solutions, with options for extended coverage to meet your specific needs

Is ongoing support available for the machine after it has been commissioned?

We empower your team with comprehensive operational and maintenance training, complemented by bespoke service level agreements to ensure continuous support tailored to your needs.

Can you work within our planned maintenance and downtime periods for installation?

We are dedicated to ensuring minimal disruption to your operational flow, working with your scheduled maintenance and downtime plans. Your production continuity is our priority

What does the standard collaborative design process look like?

After initial consultation we design, manufacture, integrate and provide ongoing support for your solution in close collaboration through all stages.

What cycle time goals can be met with your solutions?

We aim to optimise cycle times to align with client objectives, refining concepts to ensure the best possible outcomes. Our commitment includes thorough cycle time analysis and simulations, thoroughly testing the performance of our custom automation solutions to guarantee excellence.

What is the return on investment?

Clients can typically expect to see ROI within a year, reflecting our commitment to measurable value. This varies depending on the project complexity and objectives. However, return on investment is usually achieved within 12 months.