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At SIRA S.p.A., we have chosen a different path. Through Siratec, our business unit dedicated to the design and manufacture of technical automation devices, we support our customers from the preliminary design phase through to commissioning, developing customized solutions that combine reliability, flexibility, and durability.
What is assembly process automation?
The automation of assembly processes involves the application of advanced technologies to optimize and streamline assembly operations on production lines. It involves the use of automated systems, robots, and mechanical devices to perform tasks traditionally carried out by human operators, such as screwing, drilling, and cutting.
This approach not only improves efficiency and productivity, but also helps ensure greater precision and repeatability in the manufacturing process. Implementing automation enables companies to respond quickly to market demands, reducing production times and improving the quality of the final product.
What Does Siratec Do?
Siratec was founded in response to SIRA S.p.A.’s need to go beyond product distribution and offer customers comprehensive solutions for industrial automation, designed with precise engineering specifications and manufactured using the best components available on the international market. It is the natural culmination of over 50 years of specialized experience in industrial fastening.
Siratec stands out for its engineering expertise in design and manufacturing: we do not simply sell components, but develop complete implementation plans in compliance with technical and functional standards, workstation ergonomics, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
| Siratec’sValues Reliability, flexibility, and durability are the three pillars upon which every Siratec solution is built. – Reliability: The system must operate continuously without unexpected downtime. – Flexibility: It must adapt to product changes and process evolutions. – Durability: It must maintain its performance over time, with accessible routine maintenance. These are not marketing claims; they are design criteria verified following each installation. |
Precision Assembly Tools and Technologies
Precision assembly equipment and technologies are fundamental components of industrial automation. This equipment, designed to ensure maximum efficiency and accuracy, includes advanced assembly machines that incorporate measurement sensors to continuously monitor critical parameters during the production process.
The use of state-of-the-art measurement technologies enables highly accurate results, minimizing errors and improving the final product quality. Furthermore, process automation allows for seamless interaction between the various system components, optimizing workflows and increasing overall production capacity.
In this context, Siratec’s engineering-based approach results in customized solutions that meet companies’ specific needs, ensuring tangible long-term results.
What automation technologies does Siratec work with?
Siratec’s solutions are primarily developed in three broad areas:
Automatic Screwdriving
This is the historic heart of Siratec. Screwdriving automation ranges from simple manual screwdrivers with screw feeders to fully automatic systems for transfer lines or robotic applications. The basic components— Estic ENRZ series motors, linear slides, clamping heads, and Nitto Seiko feeders—are all available in the Automation section, along with downloadable technical documentation.
Automatic Drilling and Tapping
Sugino Machine’s drilling and tapping units, featured in the dedicated section of the website, are integrated by Siratec into automated systems for transfer lines, stand-alone units, or combined systems. This is an area where Siratec’s engineering expertise is demonstrated through its ability to integrate diverse technologies into a coherent and reliable system.
Automatic cutting
The automatic cutting area uses Vessel pneumatic shears for industrial cutting and shearing applications in automated processes within the polymer resin and metal industries.
The Components of the Siratec Ecosystem
The SIRA S.p.A. automation catalog organizes components for automatic fastening into four product families, each with complete technical documentation available for download:
| Family | Components | Role in the system |
| ENRZ (Estic) Motors | TU Series (0.5–300 Nm), TC Series (low torque), TU-O Series (angle) | Clamping unit with integrated torque and angle control |
| ENRZ Control Units | AU, MU, BU, EU Series m | Monitoring, planning, data collection, external communication |
| Linear slides | Sleds | Automatic tool positioning on the coupling |
| Print Heads | Standard and Special Configurations | Mechanical interface between the screw and the screwdriver |
| Nitto Seiko Power Supplies | FM, SH, NJ, NJR, SS, OM-26, NSB, NSR Series | Automatic feeding of screws to the tool |
All technical documentation is available in the Automation section. This technical expertise makes SIRA S.p.A. the go-to partner for system integrators working in industrial automation.
Which industries benefit from Siratec’s assembly automation?
| Industry | Typical Application | Components Siratec involved |
| Automotive OEM | Structural tensioning lines with full traceability | ENRZ + AU control unit + Nitto Seiko + MES integration |
| Automotive Tier 1–2 | Semi-automatic workstations with torque control | ENRZ + NJ power supply + BU controller |
| Industrial Electronics | Micro-clamping on circuit boards and connectors | ENRZ microtorque + FM power supply + SA slide |
| Machine Manufacturing | Mass Production of Mechanical Components | ENRZ + OM-26 power supply + dedicated frame |
| Machining | Drilling and Tapping on a Transfer Line | Sugino Unit + Integrated Slide + Cycle Control |
| Home Appliances | High-speed lines with multiple screws per part | Nitto Seiko Multiple Feeders + Lightweight ENRZ Motors |
Competitive Advantages of Siratec Automation
There are automation component manufacturers and system integrators on the market. At SIRA S.p.A., through Siratec, we are both.
We have direct access to the best international components (Estic, Nitto Seiko, Sugino, Vessel) and the engineering expertise to integrate them into complete systems. This eliminates the typical challenges associated with multi-vendor projects:
- A single technical point of contact for the entire system: design, supply, installation, and maintenance
- Guaranteed compatibility between components: no risk of untested mechanical or electronic interfaces
- Technical Documentation
- Genuine replacement parts in stock: for all system components, available quickly
- Evolution over time: when the process changes, we can modify or expand the existing system
Contact Siratec for a consultation on automation
To request a personalized consultation on industrial automation, please contact our team of experts at Siratec. We are available to analyze the specific needs of your production line and propose customized solutions that optimize your assembly processes.
You can reach us through the Contact Us page on our website, where you’ll find a dedicated contact form and all the information you need to get in touch with us.
We are ready to assist you in transforming your manufacturing operations and implementing advanced technologies to improve the efficiency and quality of your products.
CONTACT US NOWFAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About the Automation of Assembly Processes
Siratec Does Siratec only manufacture automatic screwdriving systems?
No. Siratec offers automatic screwdriving, drilling, tapping, and cutting solutions for industrial assembly applications that require custom engineering design. The Automation section of the catalog lists all available components.
What does Siratec?
Siratec designs and manufactures solutions for the automation of industrial assembly processes, with a particular focus on automatic screwdriving, automatic drilling and tapping, and automatic cutting.
Siratec Does Siratec offer customized assembly solutions?
Yes, Siratec offers customized assembly solutions, developing tailor-made projects that take into account the customer’s specific needs and the characteristics of the production line.
