By some estimates, 90 percent of wire harness assembly tasks are done manually. As a result, harness assemblers are at risk of occupational health problems due to repetitiveness and awkward postures. Improving these processes is therefore critical for both productivity and ergonomics.
Collaborative robots have the potential to radically increase productivity, improve ergonomics and lower costs. Conceivably, cobots could be used to route wires, insert wires, tape wires or install cable ties.