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What is the Difference between Hard and Soft Automation?

Types of automation processes can broadly be categorised as hard automation and soft automation processes, and it is the type of product being manufactured that determines whether the manufacturer uses hard (fixed) or soft (flexible) automation.t

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What is the Difference between Hard and Soft Automation?

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  1. What is the Difference between Hard and Soft Automation?

  2. Manufacturers today have a number of options when it comes to automating their processes. Starting with the product and working your way backwards through the manufacturing process to identify your needs is the best conceptual approach to automation deployment. Types of automation processes can broadly be categorised as hard automation and soft automation processes, and it is the type of product being manufactured that determines whether the manufacturer uses hard (fixed) or soft (flexible) automation.

  3. Hard Automation Hard or fixed automation is best suited for mass producing products where the processes are fixed and little to no changes are required. With this type of automation, it is very difficult to make design changes in the products.

  4. Soft Automation Soft or flexible automation makes it possible to manufacture a variety of products or parts with minimal Reprogramming the system does not affect the production time, which means that it can not only accommodate several design changes, but also ensures continuous production. downtime for changeovers.

  5. Advantages of Hard Automation Mass production of a fixed design translates into low per unit costs. Intervention is not required as it involves automated material handling. Fixed processes also mean high production rates. ● ● ●

  6. Advantages of Soft Automation Production of a variety of product mixtures on a continuous basis. Adaptable to modifications in product design. Reprogramming processes does not affect production ● ● ●

  7. Mitsubishi Electric India is a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, which was established more than 100 years ago. A leading manufacturer of factory automation and industrial systems, elevators & escalators, and much more, Mitsubishi Electric India aspires to create a bright future for society through their leading-edge technological solutions.

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