Precision Automation for Flawless Architectural Extrusion Processing

Increase Throughput

Boost production speed and efficiency to meet demanding project timelines.

Improve Safety

Enhance workplace safety by minimizing manual handling and interaction with potentially hazardous machinery.

Maximize Flexibility

Handle a wide range of extrusion sizes and profiles, from simple to complex.

Reduce Labor Costs

Automate repetitive tasks, minimizing labor dependency and freeing your skilled workforce for more specialized operations.

Custom Aluminum Grades

If your project requires unique alloys for specific performance characteristics, we can adapt our systems to accommodate your needs.

Aluminum Extrusion Processing

With extensive experience in the architectural extrusion industry, we understand the critical factors that influence quality, efficiency, and precision. Our automation solutions are designed to address the unique challenges of processing aluminum extrusions for architectural applications, ensuring consistent results and optimal performance.

Configure Your Extrusion Processing

Our modular design approach allows you to configure the perfect system for your specific architectural extrusion needs. Choose from a range of modules to automate key processes:

• High-Speed Cutting: Precisely cut extrusions to length with our advanced sawing modules, optimizing material utilization and minimizing waste. 
• Accurate Drilling: Create precise holes with vertical and horizontal drilling modules, ensuring accuracy and repeatability for complex joinery and connections.
• Efficient Tapping: Integrate vertical and horizontal tapping modules to create threaded holes for secure fastening and assembly of architectural components.
• Versatile Milling: Utilize our milling modules with tool changers to create complex shapes, slots, and contours for customized architectural designs.

Tapping

Create strong and reliable threaded holes in your architectural extrusions with our vertical and horizontal tapping modules. These modules offer:

• Precise Thread Formation: Ensure accurate and consistent threads for secure fastening of architectural components. 
• Synchronization with Drilling: Seamlessly integrate tapping operations into your drilling process for increased efficiency.
• Adjustable Tap Depth: Control thread depth for optimal performance and component integrity.

Sawing

Our sawing modules provide accurate and efficient cutting of extruded aluminum to precise lengths, ensuring minimal waste and optimal material utilization.

• High-Speed Cutting: Maximize throughput with rapid cutting cycles. 
• Clean Cuts: Minimize burrs and imperfections for smooth, finished edges.
• Variety of Blade Options: Accommodate different extrusion sizes and material thicknesses.
• Precision Measurement Systems: Ensure accurate cutting lengths for consistent component dimensions.

Vertical and Horizontal Milling

Create complex shapes, slots, and contours in your architectural extrusions with our versatile milling modules.

• Multi-Axis Machining: Perform intricate milling operations with multi-axis capabilities.
• Tool Changers: Automate tool changes for increased flexibility and reduced downtime.
• High-Speed Spindles: Achieve smooth finishes and intricate details.

Work Holding

Securely hold your architectural components during processing with our modular work-holding solutions.

• Customizable Fixtures: Design fixtures tailored to your specific extrusion profiles and machining operations.
• Pneumatic Clamping: Ensure consistent and reliable clamping force for optimal stability.
• Quick-Change Systems: Reduce changeover times for increased flexibility and efficiency.

Magazine

Efficiently feed your extruded aluminum into the system with our magazine options.

• Variety of Sizes and Configurations: Accommodate different extrusion lengths and production volumes.
• Automatic Loading: Streamline the feeding process and reduce manual handling.
• Buffer Systems: Ensure continuous production flow by providing a buffer of extrusions ready for processing.

Adaptability

Customize the HMI layout and functionality to match your specific workflows and preferences.

Security

Implement user authentication and access control to protect sensitive production data.

Integration

Seamlessly integrate with other systems in your production environment, such as ERP or MES.

Ease of Training

The intuitive interface and user-friendly design simplify operator training, reducing onboarding time and ensuring consistent operation of your automation system.

Performance Monitoring and Optimization

Continuously monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and production data to identify areas for improvement and optimize your system’s efficiency.

Software Updates and Upgrades

Remotely install software updates and upgrades to ensure your system is always equipped with the latest features and security enhancements.

Data Backup and Recovery

Safeguard your critical production data with secure remote backup and recovery services, ensuring business continuity in the event of unexpected disruptions.

Preventative Maintenance

Schedule remote preventative maintenance checks to identify potential issues before they impact production, minimizing downtime and extending the life of your automation system.

Precise Joinery

Ensure accurate alignment and tight tolerances for seamless frame assembly.

Automated Handling

Reduce manual handling and improve efficiency with robotic systems for loading, unloading, and transferring frame components.

Precision Cutting

Ensure accurate cutting of long extrusions for precise panel dimensions.

Complex Assembly

Utilize robotic systems for precise and efficient assembly of curtain wall components.

Efficient Assembly

Integrate robotic assembly systems for streamlined production.

Quality Control

Implement automated inspection systems to ensure consistent quality and compliance with design specifications.

Automated Finishing

Integrate robotic systems for polishing, brushing, or anodizing to achieve desired surface finishes.

Quality Inspection

Utilize machine vision systems for automated quality inspection, ensuring consistent handle dimensions and finishes.

Single Source for Seamless Automation

Eliminate the complexities of managing multiple vendors. DEVELOP LLC is your single-source provider for all your extrusion processing automation needs. We oversee the entire process, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.

Improved Product Quality and Consistency

Achieve exceptional product quality and consistency with our precision automation solutions. Reduce errors, minimize variations, and ensure that every component meets your exact specifications.

Reduced Labor Costs and Dependency

Avoid labor shortages and reduce labor costs by automating repetitive and labor-intensive tasks. Free up your skilled workforce to focus on more complex and value-added operations.

Enhanced Workplace Safety

Improve workplace safety by minimizing manual handling of materials and reducing interaction with potentially hazardous machinery. Create a safer and more secure working environment for your employees.

Greater Design Flexibility and Customization

Our modular design approach allows you to create a customized automation solution that perfectly matches your specific needs and production requirements. Adapt and expand your system as your business grows and your needs evolve.

Expert Support and Ongoing Service

Benefit from our team’s extensive experience and expertise in architectural extrusion automation. We provide comprehensive support throughout the entire process, from initial consultation and design to installation, training, and ongoing maintenance.