Robotic welding and real-time data at NAK MASH 97 Ltd.

NAK MASH 97 Ltd. has started implementing the project “Introduction of Industry 4.0 technologies at NAK MASH 97” under contract No. BG16RFPR001-1.008-0491-C01. The project is funded by the Programme “Competitiveness and Innovation in Enterprises” 2021–2027 and aims to digitalise and automate the welding processes in the manufacture of metal products in Botevgrad.

Main objective: digitalisation and automation of the production process through Industry 4.0 technologies – for higher precision, consistent quality and greater production capacity, as well as a secure digital environment.

Main activities:

• Supply and implementation of an intelligent robotic welding system with integrated software for big data analytics and cloud technologies;
• Implementation of a single integrated cybersecurity system;
• Employee training.

Expected results:

• A significant share of the welding operations carried out automatically;
• Higher repeatability and consistent quality in series production;
• Less scrap and more efficient use of materials and energy;
• Real-time traceability of key production parameters;
• Technology at level 4 “Transparency” of the Industry 4.0 Maturity Index introduced;
• At least 6 employees trained to work with the new system.

Implementation period: 22 July 2026 – 22 October 2027

Funding:

• Total project value: EUR 834,849.33
• Grant funding: EUR 376,405.16, of which:
  • European funding (ERDF): EUR 263,483.61
  • National co-financing: EUR 112,921.55
• Own funding: EUR 458,444.17

Project No. BG16RFPR001-1.008-0491-C01, funded by the Programme “Competitiveness and Innovation in Enterprises” 2021–2027, co-funded by the European Union. NAK MASH 97 Ltd. bears full responsibility for the content of this publication, which under no circumstances can be regarded as reflecting the official position of the European Union or the Managing Authority.