Behind the Build: Our Engineers Test Automation System is more than just a catchy title—it’s a real look into the precision, collaboration, and expertise that go into every custom solution we create at Dartronics, Inc. From our facility in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, we don’t just sell automation systems—we engineer, assemble, and rigorously test them in-house to ensure peak performance before they reach our customers.
Watch Dartronics Engineers in Action:
In the featured video, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes view of our engineering team preparing a custom-built Pack3000 print-and-apply labeling system for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT). It’s not enough to say our machines are reliable—we show it, every step of the way.
🎥 Video Breakdown:
Led by President Ken Darrow and Engineering Project Manager Naveen Nagarajan, our in-house engineers are completing final checks on a high-speed labeling system designed for real-world production demands. This is a key phase in our FAT process, where every component is put to the test.
Here’s what’s happening in each stage:
🔹 Product Handling
Sample cartons move through a custom-designed conveyor system, engineered for precise spacing, alignment, and speed. Reliable product flow is critical for accurate labeling and inspection—so this is tested extensively.
🔹 Label Printing & Application
Using an industrial print engine, the system prints labels on demand and applies them using a precision tamp arm. Engineers inspect every detail—label accuracy, adhesion, placement, and readability—under production-like conditions.
🔹 Vision Inspection
Vision cameras verify each barcode’s presence, orientation, and legibility. This automated inspection step ensures that labeling meets all compliance and quality standards before the system is shipped.
🔹 Real-Time Engineering Adjustments
As the video shows, our engineers make live adjustments to speed, alignment, sensor calibration, and print timing. This ability to quickly tweak performance on the fly is only possible because we build and test every system in-house.
✅ Why Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) Matters
Factory Acceptance Testing isn’t just a box to check—it’s our final seal of approval before a system is shipped. FAT confirms that:
- The system meets or exceeds all customer specs
- All components function seamlessly together
- The machine is production-ready and operator-friendly
- Customers get a smooth, surprise-free installation
Our FAT process builds customer confidence and reinforces why so many brands trust Dartronics for their automation engineering needs.
Designed In-House. Built for Real-World Use.
This project illustrates our commitment to delivering tailored automation solutions—not one-size-fits-all systems. At Dartronics, everything happens under one roof, allowing us to:
- Reduce lead times
- Maintain full control over quality
- Customize systems to meet exact operational needs
- Support our customers with hands-on engineering expertise
Whether you’re labeling cartons, printing compliance codes, or setting up a full packaging line, Dartronics Inc. provides end-to-end solutions that are engineered, tested, and proven to perform!
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