The Partner: SpaceX (Bastrop / Austin, Texas)
SpaceX needs no introduction: it’s the company redefining the boundaries of space exploration and global telecommunications. For their Texas manufacturing hub, the requirement was clear: maximum reliability, pinpoint precision, and rapid production.
The Challenge: High Volume and Zero Tolerance
The project required the implementation of a customized production line for the advanced processing of PCBs for the production of satellite antennas. The technical specifications and production objectives imposed extremely stringent standards:
- High-precision pin insertion.
- Taping to make the stack of the various PCBs a single element
- Production target: 70,000 pieces per week.
- Operational continuity to minimize machine downtime.
Our Solution
We designed, configured, and installed a fleet of state-of-the-art automated machinery at the Bastrop/Austin site. Thanks to optimized process engineering, the solution seamlessly integrated the insertion and taping phases into a single, seamless, and coordinated flow.
The Results Obtained
The machines passed stringent acceptance tests, integrating perfectly into the customer’s production ecosystem.
| Key Indicator | Goal / Result |
|---|---|
| Production Volume | 70,000 PCBs/week at steady state |
| Insertion Accuracy | Guaranteed micrometric tolerances |
| Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) | At the top of the category with minimal waste |
Thanks to this installation, we have consolidated our presence in the US market, demonstrating that our technology is ready for the most ambitious challenges on the planet (and beyond).