Epson Signs Bertelkamp Automation as an AutomateFirst Gold Partner
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Epson Robots, the global leader in SCARA robot manufacturing, has announced a strategic partnership with Bertelkamp Automation Inc. (BAI) as an AutomateFirst Gold Partner. BAI, with over 140 years of combined engineering expertise, will integrate Epson's robotic technology to provide comprehensive automation solutions across the Southeast region.
As a Gold Partner, BAI will offer Epson's complete lineup of award-winning robots, including SCARA, 6-Axis, and All-in-One robots, along with software solutions. The partnership combines BAI's industry knowledge with Epson's automation expertise to help manufacturers enhance efficiency and product quality. BAI's services will include application and mechanical design, controls engineering, installation support, frame construction, and system assembly.
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- Strategic expansion of Epson's automation solutions distribution network in the Southeast region
- Partnership with an experienced automation solutions provider (140+ years combined expertise)
- Full access to Epson's complete robot lineup for regional customers
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Epson and Bertelkamp Automation Inc.'s Strategic Partnership Brings Advanced Automation Solutions to the Southeast Region
"We're committed to delivering innovative factory automation solutions, and partnering with industry leaders like Epson allows us to offer our customers innovative technology and exceptional support," said Bert Bertelkamp, president and owner of BAI. "With Epson's four decades of automation experience, we're excited to offer their solutions throughout our sales territory."
As an AutomateFirst Gold Partner, BAI is offering the complete lineup of Epson's award-winning robots, including the extensive SCARA portfolio, 6-Axis and All-in-One robots, as well as software solutions. This strategic partnership merges Epson's cutting-edge robotics with BAI's extensive industry knowledge, enabling manufacturers to tackle complex automation challenges while improving efficiency and product quality.
"BAI has built a strong reputation for excellence in automation solutions and their commitment to innovation aligns closely with Epson's vision," said Rick Brookshire, director of Robotics, Epson America, Inc. "We are pleased to welcome them as an AutomateFirst Gold Partner and look forward to working together to help customers achieve their automation initiatives."
About Bertelkamp Automation
Bertelkamp Automation, Inc. (BAI) is a leading industrial automation solutions provider in the
About Epson Robots
Epson Robots is a global leader in PC-controlled precision factory automation, with well over 150,000 units sold worldwide1 and a product line of hundreds of models of easy-to-use SCARA and 6-Axis robots based on a common PC-based platform. Building on four decades of experience, Epson Robots delivers robots for precision assembly and material handling applications in the aerospace, appliance, automotive, biotechnology, consumer product, electronics, food processing, medical device, pharmaceutical, plastics, semiconductor, and telecommunication industries. For more information, visit www.epsonrobots.com.
About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader whose philosophy of efficient, compact and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world. The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson's goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050.
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