SAINT JOSEPH, JULY 31, 2018 – Edgewater Automation has achieved Robot Integrator Certification through the Robotic Industries Association (RIA). As part of the certification, several of the company’s manufacturing technicians successfully completed the compliance program that recognizes high-level robotics capabilities and expertise.

“My goal is to expand Edgewater Automation’s expertise and knowledge in robotic integration. I am very proud that we are now a part of a distinguished group of companies that are committed to this process,” says Chad Henry, Director of Engineering at Edgewater Automation. “Becoming an RIA Certified Robot Integrator not only strengthens our position in the market but also demonstrates our desire to improve and provide better solutions to our customers.”

As a preferred integrator for many major robot suppliers, Edgewater Automation has over 17 years of experience in designing and building custom automation equipment using the latest forms of robot technology. Collaborative robots, robotic vision guidance, and 3D part recognition are just some of the technologies that are utilized on the equipment that Edgewater Automation supplies. From the extremely compact  EPSON G1 Mini SCARA robots to the powerful FANUC M-900iB six-axis robots, Edgewater Automation offers in-depth robotic experience across a wide variety of industries.

View Edgewater Automation’s company profile on RIA’s website here.

About Robotic Industries Association (RIA): Founded in 1974, RIA is a not-for-profit trade association driving innovation, growth, and safety in manufacturing and service industries through education, promotion, and advancement of robotics, related automation technologies, and companies delivering integrated solutions. RIA represents some 475 robot manufacturers, system integrators, component suppliers, end users, consulting firms, research groups, and educational institutions. The association hosts a number of educational events including the International Robot Safety Conference (October 9-11, 2018 in Detroit), the Collaborative Robots, Advanced Vision & AI Conference (October 24-25, 2018 in Santa Clara, CA), the A3 Business Forum (January 14-16, 2019 in Orlando) and the biennial Automate Show & Conference (April 8-11, 2019 in Chicago). RIA also provides quarterly robotics statistics and has a content-rich website, Robotics Online. For more details on RIA, visit the Robotics Online website or call 734-994-6088. 

About Edgewater Automation: Founded in 2001, Edgewater Automation designs and builds custom automation equipment for a wide variety of industries. Edgewater Automation installs and supports equipment globally with 5 locations in North America and as a member of the Manders Group has 5 different partner companies across Europe and Asia. Featured four times on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies in America, Edgewater Automation is constantly improving and growing in experience, talent and technology.