Our Projects
Date initiated & completed: 2016 PROJECT DESCRIPTION In 2016, SAR played a crucial role in restructuring the routingof the BMW paint shop's 7-meter-level body routing. Thisproject was carefully planned to minimize disruption toproduction, avoiding the need for any shutdown periods duringinstallation.By breaking down the project into distinct steps, we were ableto execute it incrementally over [...]
Date executed: December 2018 PROJECT DESCRIPTION In December 2018, BMW initiated a standard maintenanceprocedure to replace all copper EMS rails with Vahle rails asthe chosen conductive bus bar system. As SAR had notpreviously performed in-house installations of Vahle rails, weconducted comprehensive training sessions to ensure aseamless and fully integrated implementation.Following the training of personnel, we [...]
Date executed: 2023 - 2024 Project Description Technical upgrade of UBS (Under Body Sealer) and NAD(Naht Abdichtung seam sealing) robot cells.PLC and HMI programming, robot programming using Robcadsimulation.Mechanical and electrical intergration of new dosingequipment (dosing systems and application guns by SARGMBH).Material supply pumps by Graco systems. Technologies Cell Control Technology ▪ Siemens S7 & TIA [...]
Date executed: November 2021 PROJECT DESCRIPTION In November 2021, SAR played an important role in theinstallation of a cutting-edge particle counter system aimed atanalyzing air quality in the vicinity. This sophisticated systemis equipped to detect particles ranging in size from 5-10μm,10-15μm, 15-25μm, to particles larger than 25μm, offeringcomprehensive insights into air particulate matter.Collaborating closely with [...]
Date executed: December 2021 PROJECT DESCRIPTION In December 2021, FP2 C11 underwent brownfield changes,incorporating lifts 12LS001 and 12LS011, along with thehydraulic lifting table 11TH013 and the chain conveyorinterface to C24. These modifications were implementedacross the paint shop at Mercedes-Benz South Africa,representing a substantial investment of time and resources.Numerous hours were dedicated to the commissioning andinstallation [...]
Date executed: December 2019 PROJECT DESCRIPTION In December 2019, with the W206 marking the lateststandard for Mercedes-Benz South Africa, SAR entered into acollaborative effort with a partner company to finalize asignificant portion of the main assembly lines for the plant.Among the various lines completed, the engine line. SAR wastasked with installing 51 carriers within an [...]
Date executed: December 2019 PROJECT DESCRIPTION In December 2019, with the W206 marking the lateststandard for Mercedes-Benz South Africa, SAR entered into acollaborative effort with a partner company to finalize asignificant portion of the main assembly lines for the plant.One big accomplishment was the implementation of the AGVline. SAR undertook the installation of six AGV [...]
Date executed: December 2023 PROJECT DESCRIPTION In December 2023, following the Chassis to Body marriageprocess, a critical operation involving the fastening of multiplebolts in the underbody area of the vehicle was identified. AtStation 56, two operators utilized Atlas Copco bolting tools,manipulated on telescopic arms, to fasten these boltsmanually, requiring precise positioning for each bolt.To streamline [...]
Date executed: July 2024 PROJECT DESCRIPTION An all-new robot cell, which will mark a milestone inautomotive manufacturing, is set to be finalized in July 2024.This innovative system will be dedicated to handling the brakecaliper and bracket components for the upcoming P703 Fordmodel.Engineered with precision, the cell is specially designed tohandle/manipulate fully casted parts between two [...]
INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION Andon is a system to notify management, maintenance, and other workers of a quality or process problem. The centrepiece is a signboard incorporating signal lights to indicate which workstation has the problem. The alert is activated manually by a worker using a pull cord or button. The system includes a means to stop […]
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY PROJECTS
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY The Department Of Environmental Affairs is the first 6-star rated Green Building in South Africa. A 366kW grid-tied PV system is installed on the roof of the building and supplies approximately 10% of the annual energy needs of the building. Scope of work included the Engineering and Design, Installation and Commissioning of the […]
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY SAR Electronic SA has designed, installed and commissioned two Off-Grid Solar Hybrid Systems to supply power to the construction sites of two 50 MW Solar Power Plants in De Aar and Droogfontein. Each system consists of 60kW photovoltaic modules, inverters to take the direct current supplied by the modules and convert it into […]
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY Activate architecture an architectural design firm based in Rosebank Johannesburg, decided to take action in the midst of the South African Energy crisis by investing in a Photovoltaic System with Battery Backup. A 5.1 kW PV System is installed on the roof of the building supplying 70% of the annual energy needs. System […]