What we do
Robotics and smart manufacturing
Digital transformation is at the core of our work, driving the development and deployment of technologies that optimise manufacturing. Fourth industrial revolution (4IR) technologies, such as artificial intelligence and augmented reality, are integrated into many of our products and services, as well as into our approach to skills development. leveraging advanced indigenous capabilities, robotics and manufacturing expertise, we position local industries to be future-ready, resilient and globally competitive.
Robotics and smart manufacturing
Digital transformation is at the core of our work, driving the development and deployment of technologies that optimise manufacturing. Fourth industrial revolution (4IR) technologies, such as artificial intelligence and augmented reality, are integrated into many of our products and services, as well as into our approach to skills development. leveraging advanced indigenous capabilities, robotics and manufacturing expertise, we position local industries to be future-ready, resilient and globally competitive.
Robotics and smart manufacturing
Digital transformation is at the core of our work, driving the development and deployment of technologies that optimise manufacturing. Fourth industrial revolution (4IR) technologies, such as artificial intelligence and augmented reality, are integrated into many of our products and services, as well as into our approach to skills development. leveraging advanced indigenous capabilities, robotics and manufacturing expertise, we position local industries to be future-ready, resilient and globally competitive.
Robotics and smart manufacturing
Digital transformation is at the core of our work, driving the development and deployment of technologies that optimise manufacturing. Fourth industrial revolution (4IR) technologies, such as artificial intelligence and augmented reality, are integrated into many of our products and services, as well as into our approach to skills development. leveraging advanced indigenous capabilities, robotics and manufacturing expertise, we position local industries to be future-ready, resilient and globally competitive.
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Highlights
A manufacturing execution system to help small companies
The CSIR has developed a manufacturing execution system to support small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) in managing their production processes. The system is designed to oversee, manage and schedule manufacturing processes, operators and machinery. It can monitor the power usage of machinery through smart plugs or power meters, manage robotic arms and facilitate quality control. Existing automated quality assessment systems can be integrated into the system, which was co-developed with Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association Africa to ensure alignment with international standards.
Robotic vineyard inspection system
We have developed a rugged robotic platform for mapping and autonomous navigation in vineyards, while conducting environmental monitoring and crop health analysis. Its sensor payload and onboard software are customisable and use infrared technology to assess canopy density and growth, evaluate soil conditions and measure crop temperatures.
Machine building
We design and build bespoke machines tailored to industry needs. Examples include a five-degree-of-freedom robotic manipulator used to accurately position Eskom generator turbine blades for laser shock peening and bespoke automated pneumatic test bench developed for an SMME in KwaZulu-Natal.
Our research
Robotic systems and platforms
Our team develops bespoke robotic platforms for clients across diverse sectors such as agriculture, defence, space and manufacturing. We also specialise in wearable robotics and automation systems.
Our facilities
