Project Background 

Our client is a leading technology corporation from Japan, globally renowned in the field of electronics, particularly automotive audio and entertainment systems. With a development history of nearly 90 years, our client has always been at the forefront of technological innovation, delivering high-quality products that meet international standards. 

As a Japanese enterprise with a strong culture of quality, this client—a long-term partner of ETEK—sets strict requirements for product quality and system operation stability. With proven experience and technical capability, ETEK is proud to meet these stringent standards, contributing to a sustainable and trusted partnership with the client. 

Client’s requirements for ETEK: 

• Strict compliance with design, installation, wiring, and connection standards as provided 
• Ensure accurate and aesthetically pleasing glue dispensing that meets specified standards 
• Cleaning process must be safe and must not affect components 
• The line must be safe, equipped with safety sensors 
• The system must operate synchronously, stably, and continuously 
• Finished product quality must be ≥ 99.9%, OEE ≥ 97% 
• Optimized layout of the assembly line 

ETEK’s Integrated and Smart Design Solution 

With over 20 years of experience in automation, ETEK not only provides equipment but also accompanies customers from consultation and design to implementation of comprehensive solutions. Thanks to our deep understanding of the client through previous projects and ability to quickly grasp industry-specific requirements, ETEK has delivered optimal and practical solutions that help enhance productivity, reduce costs, and optimize operations. 
 

Technical specifications of the ETEK system: 

• Actual cycle time: 5.2 seconds/product 
• OEE: 97% 
• Finished product quality: 99.9% 
• Operation model: 24 hours/day, 350 days/year 
• Model changeover time: max 5 minutes 
• Installation area: 8000 x 2300 mm 

ETEK supplied a complete speaker assembly line, consisting of three main functional stations: 

Yoke Cleaning Station: 

• Workers load Yoke parts onto the step conveyor 
• Automatically moves through dust removal positions 
• Then transferred to the pick-and-place area leading to the output conveyor 
• Ensures Yoke components are thoroughly cleaned before the next stage 

Magnet Cleaning Station: 

• Similar process as Yoke: loading – dust removal – transfer 
• Effectively removes dust that could affect glue quality and assembly 

Glue Dispensing Station: 

• After being assembled on the pallet, parts are moved to the glue station 
• Robot dispenses glue with high precision 
• Pallet positioning system ensures glue is applied in the correct position 
• After gluing, the pallet is moved out for further assembly and curing 

Achieved Results 

• Delivered on schedule, supported trial runs, and provided detailed onsite operation training 
• Stable and continuous operation, suitable for high-intensity production lines 
• Accurate automation in every step, optimizing labor and minimizing errors 
• The client was completely satisfied and highly appreciated: 
  • The logic in system design 
  • Aesthetic quality of glue application 
  • Cleaning effectiveness 
  • Ease of maintenance 

Notably: After acceptance, the client proceeded to expand and place a repeat order—confirming their satisfaction and the trust earned by ETEK. 

ETEK –  A Trusted Automation Partner for Japanese Enterprises 

This project not only showcases ETEK’s capabilities in designing, integrating, and executing automated assembly lines, but also serves as a launchpad for long-term collaboration opportunities with Japanese enterprises in the automotive and motorcycle auxiliary sectors.