Flexible, Scalable Production of Smart Electricity, Water, and Gas Meters
Smart meters are essential for the digitalization of energy and utility networks. Their production demands high precision, flexible automation, and reliable test procedures for long-term product quality.
HAHN Automation Group provides modular systems covering everything from manual workstations to fully automated lines — including different testing technologies, e.g. flow, leakage, flashing, or high-voltage testing.
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- Flexible Production Concepts
- Integrated Test Technology
- Scalable Automation Solutions
Challenge
Manufacturers in the metering industry face increasing complexity and market pressure. They must balance high throughput with strict quality and regulatory requirements and flexible variant handling across different product types and volumes.
Integrating in-house injection-molding systems, manufacturing hybrid components, and ensuring testing within one unified setup demand a highly adaptable automation concept. Achieving this efficiency and consistency is key to maintaining competitiveness in a rapidly evolving market.
Developing a Solution
HAHN Automation Group delivers a modular automation platform that adapts to each customer’s specific requirements. From manual to fully automated systems, the solutions integrate flashing, testing, and assembly processes seamlessly. Existing injection-molding equipment can be incorporated and hybrid parts can be manufactured which allows different product variants to be managed flexibly.
Each system ensures comprehensive quality control through integrated tests. With its scalable architecture, the platform supports efficient production for both pilot series and large-scale manufacturing — ensuring consistent quality, reliability, and process transparency.
