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The Multi Panel Assembly Cell (MPAC) is an automated fastening machine for various panel types. The flexible configuration with all-electric end effector and independent inner vehicle enables highest throughput rates and maximum workpiece flexibility.
MPAC systems are ideal for moving lines efficiently utilizing both the rail-based movable gantry system and the moving workpiece. The 10-axes positioner makes the system extremely adaptable. It can be configured with the optional Broetje- Automation Flexible Tooling to allow assembling multiple aicraft panels on one system, e.g. shells, skin panels or wings.
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More InformationTechnical Data
Riveter
- Drill speed: 50 – 20.000 rpm
- Countersink repeatability: ± 0.0006”/ ± 0.015 mm
- Clamping force: 90 – 675 lbf / 41 – 300 daN
- Drill spindle feed: up to 300 “/min / 7620 mm/min
- Material: Al/Ti / optional composite
- optional 10/32” / 7.9 mm Positioner
- Upset force: up to 18,000 lbf / 8,000 daN
Positioner
- Positioning accuracy per axis:
± 0.002“ / ± 0.05 mm - Work travel:
X-axis: 1,397.2 inch / 35,488 mm (not limited)
Y-axis: 244 inch / 6,200 mm
Z-axis: 129 inch / 3,277 mm
Special Features
- No limitation in workpiece length
- Easy expandable for future application because of big work envelope
- All components reachable from floor level => no platforms
- 180 deg fastening capability
- All electric fastening system (AEFS)
- High speed tool changer for drill bits and upper anvils
- Micro Peck VAD Capability
- Automated fastener feeding system(AFFS)
- Siemens NC Controls (10 ea axes for positioner)
- Minimal Quantity Lubrication System (MQL) / BA Lube
Smart Factory instead of Manual Shimming: SHILA Lays the Foundation for Automated Joining Processes in the Aerospace Industry
- Published on 11 June 2026
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Rastede, June 2026 – Broetje-Automation, together with its consortium partners 3D.aero GmbH, Boeing, KEBA Industrial Automation, IPMT – Institute for Production Management and ‑Technology and WZL Aachen GmbH, has successfully completed the research project SHILA – “Shim-free assembly of thin-walled aircraft structures” funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). The aim of the project was to develop a fully digitally supported and highly automated process chain that enables precise assembly of large-format, thin-walled CFRP structural components without the previous use of shims.
Rasteder Economic Symposium at Broetje-Automation: Exchange, impulses and strong networks
This year’s Rastede Economic Symposium of the municipality of Rastede once again offered entrepreneurs from the region a valuable platform for exchange, inspiration and new contacts. This year’s event was hosted by Broetje-Automation, which welcomed numerous guests from business, politics and society.