The Flexible Assembly System is an advanced automation training solution developed, designed, and manufactured by ETEK in Vietnam. This system provides students and future engineers with an authentic, hands-on learning experience of automated production lines, helping bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world industrial practice.
Successfully exported to South Africa, the system marks an important milestone in bringing Made in Vietnam training equipment to the global market. It also demonstrates ETEK Didactic’s capability to deliver world-class training solutions that support the development of a highly skilled workforce for the modern industrial era.
The Flexible Assembly System consists of multiple training stations that simulate different stages of an industrial production line, allowing learners to experience the automation process in a realistic and interactive way. Each training station can operate independently or be connected into a complete production system.
Key stations include:
Feeding Station – Simulates the material feeding process.
Assembly Station – Simulates the mechanical assembly process.
Imaging Station – Allows learners to practice industrial image inspection and quality control.
Collaborative Robot Station – A 7-axis collaborative robot station for programming and operation training.
Automatic Labeling Station – Simulates the labeling and packaging stage in production.
Packing Station – Represents the final packaging and product handling phase.
The system is designed with high flexibility, suitable for both technical universities and colleges as well as corporate training centers that focus on automation and smart manufacturing.
One of the major strengths of the Flexible Assembly System is its integration of core technologies found in smart factories, including:
IoT (Internet of Things) – Enables real-time data connectivity and monitoring across all stations.
MES (Manufacturing Execution System) – Supports production management, analysis, and optimization.
Smart Automation Solutions – Incorporates sensors, PLCs, and industrial robots for realistic system simulation.
By combining modern hardware with intelligent control software, the system allows learners not only to understand operational principles but also to develop practical skills in system operation, supervision, and troubleshooting within an automated production environment.
For educational institutions, the system enhances practical teaching through realistic simulations of factory processes, helping instructors design interactive lessons closely aligned with real-world manufacturing. Students can independently operate, program, and understand the interconnection between production stages.
For enterprises, the system serves as an effective tool for in-house training programs, enabling engineers and technicians to gain hands-on experience or test production workflows before implementation. This approach helps reduce costs while ensuring safety and operational efficiency.
The Flexible Assembly System represents a breakthrough in automation engineering education. It delivers tangible value to both teaching and learning while contributing to the development of a skilled technical workforce — a key factor in advancing the Industry 4.0 revolution.
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