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time, since two of the previously usual
three conveying processes are eliminated.
The paint-loss during the color change
process can even be reduced by up to ten
percent if just one paint is applied in a box,
for instance the current top seller white.
Splitting up the painting process into boxes
shortens the overall process by tailoring the
application time to the individual vehicle.
These properties combine to reduce CO2
and VOC emissions.
The overall equipment availability also
increases, since any malfunction only has
an impact on the box section in question
and does affect the entire production line,
in contrast to the classic line manufacturing
model. The variable layout also makes
integrating special processes such as a
special paint supply or overspray-free
two-tone painting easier and more cost
efficient.
Adaptable to both large
and small production
The concept of the “Paint shop of the future”
is geared towards the specific requirements
of various OEMs. It offers major high-volume
manufacturers with a high hourly capacity the
The AGV EcoProFleet is used
as a flexible conveyor system
in the paint shop of the future.
opportunity to integrate new models and
technologies with greater ease. It enables
companies that want to avoid investment
risks to predictably expand from 24 units
per hour to 48 and 72 units in two steps.
Newcomers to electric mobility can start their
manufacturing with minimal quantities and
gradually expand as demand increases.
The modular concept is also Industry 4.0
capable and can be combined with the
intelligent software products from Dürr’s
DXQ family for various scenarios. In this way,
Dürr analysis tools make painting processes
more transparent and help to further increase
the first run rate.
The Dürr Group is one of the world's leading
mechanical and plant engineering firms with
The variable layout makes integrating special
processes such as overspray-free two-tone
painting easier and more cost efficient.
extensive expertise in automation and
digitization/Industry 4.0. Its products,
systems and services enable highly efficient
manufacturing processes in different
industries. The Dürr Group supplies sectors
like the automotive industry, mechanical
engineering, chemical, pharmaceutical and
woodworking industries. It generated sales
of € 3.87 billion in 2018. In October 2018,
the Dürr Group acquired the industrial
environmental technology business of
US-based company Babcock & Wilcox,
comprising the Megtec and Universal brands.
Since then, it has over 16,400 employees
and 108 business locations in 32 countries.
The Group operates in the market with
five divisions:
Paint and Final Assembly Systems: paint
shops and final assembly systems for the
automotive industry
Application Technology: robot technologies
for the automated application of paint,
sealants and adhesives
Clean Technology Systems: air pollution 
control, noise abatement systems and
battery coating lines
Measuring and Process Systems: balancing
equipment as well as assembly, testing and
filling technology
Woodworking Machinery and Systems:
machinery and equipment for the
woodworking industry
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