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fixed automation

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Also known as: hard automation
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Fixed automation, also known as "hard automation," is a type of automated production where the sequence of operations is determined by the equipment's design. This means the programmed commands are built into the machines through hardware, making it difficult to change for different product styles.

This automation type requires a high initial investment but offers high production rates, making it ideal for products manufactured in large volumes. Examples include machining transfer lines in the automotive industry and automatic assembly machines.123

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