Whether you are starting with a single framing table or planning a fully automated line for walls, floors and roof systems, our goal is to walk beside you with experience, care and clarity. This is the whole guide.
Behind every successful construction or manufacturing business is a commitment to smarter, more sustainable ways of working. And for many, automation has been a game-changer. If you are feeling the strain of labour shortages, rising costs, or inconsistent output, you are not alone. These are challenges we hear regularly. But what if there was a way to work smarter, increase productivity, and reduce risk, all while improving quality and consistency?
Automation is more than just technology. It’s a powerful tool to transform your business, delivering value at every stage of your production process. Here’s how automation can make a difference:
Automation allows you to consistently deliver products to market with exceptional accuracy and quality. By minimizing the need for human intervention, it reduces the risk of human error and keeps operations running smoothly. Greater efficiency in your manufacturing means lower costs over time, setting you up for long-term success.
With automation, your quality standards and product dimensions are integrated directly from your CAD system. This enables your machinery to produce precise, superior-quality products every time, leaving you with fewer defective items and reducing the need for time-consuming quality checks.
In a world that’s constantly evolving, staying adaptable is key. Our automated systems are designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to manufacture a variety of product variations. This means you can easily adjust to changing customer and market needs while maintaining sustainability goals.
As the cost of employment rises and skilled workers become harder to find, automation helps you do more with your existing team. It lets you increase volume or introduce new products without always needing additional labour, enabling immediate growth while keeping overheads in check.
Our data-driven shift management software provides real-time insights into each machine’s performance, so you can measure progress and achieve your business KPIs with confidence.
Automation reduces the need for physically demanding tasks, promoting a safer working environment for your team. With fewer risks of accidents, you can enjoy the added benefits of lower insurance costs and improved staff retention.
Every step of the automation process is designed to improve efficiency: reducing resource-heavy processes, optimizing material use, cutting costs, and speeding up delivery. The result? A leaner, more productive operation that boosts your return on investment and sets your business up for success.
Making the decision to embrace automation can feel like a big step. It’s natural to wonder whether it’s the right move for your business. At Randek, we understand the importance of making thoughtful, strategic investments that align with your goals. That’s why automation is more than a one time decision, it’s a journey. You can approach it one step at a time, at a pace that works for you, and we’ll be by your side every step of the way.
Whether you’re just starting to explore automation or have been considering it for a while, asking the right questions is key to making a well informed and cost-effective decision for your business. At Randek, with over 40 years of experience working with businesses globally, we understand both the big picture goals and the finer details such as where the machinery will fit.
Infrastructure and services: Does your factory have the necessary infrastructure for an automated line? Are there any restrictions, such as access limitations or the type and depth of the slab?
Space availability: Do you have sufficient space to accommodate new machinery? We can provide tailored guidelines based on the equipment that’s best suited for your needs.
Product output: Do you have data that outlines what products you currently produce? Reports on product volume, the number of variants, operatives required for each component, and the percentage of wall types produced annually are invaluable in assessing ROI and machinery needs.
Process overview: Is your current manufacturing process clearly documented?
Product dimensions: Are dimensions such as maximum lengths, heights, and depths readily available?
Insulation methods: Is your insulation process manual, or do you produce insulated panels? Automation offers productivity gains through technologies like blown-in insulation.
Material variations: Can your suppliers provide materials in different sizes, consistent quality, and variations? This flexibility can streamline processes and enhance automation compatibility.
Priorities: What takes precedence when designing for manufacture: site installations or production line efficiency? Understanding your focus helps ensure your automation system is tailored to your needs.
When exploring your options and researching available products, asking the right questions can help clarify your goals, refine your requirements, and address any knowledge gaps. In fact, the questions you don’t know how to ask often lead to the most valuable insights.
By understanding investment levels, financing options, and the resulting ROI, you can make confident decisions, ensuring you’ve selected both the right machinery and the right financial approach for your business. Explore our full range of automated systems and robotics and discover how Randek can help you achieve your goals. Find the right level of automation → See products & systems →
Selecting the right machinery for your factory involves understanding key aspects such as space, dimensions, opportunities, and any compromises you may need to consider. To help us provide robust recommendations, it’s useful to have detailed information about your current setup ready when we begin discussions. A plan of your factory should ideally include floor levels, door locations, infeed and outfeed line directions, and the layout of your production space.
As you continue your research and engage with manufacturers, new insights will likely bring more questions to the table. These considerations can help guide your decision-making process.
Clarity is essential at every stage of the process. We’ll provide a comprehensive project plan that allows you and your team to track progress and take necessary actions. Regular updates and advance notice of critical dates are integral to how we work. Clear communication with your team during this phase helps them understand what to expect so they feel prepared to operate the machinery once installed.
Our warranty is Orgalime SI14, the European standard for machinery supply. This ensures you can trust in the quality and reliability of your investment.
Insurance requirements depend on the delivery terms you choose. Typically, Randek covers the machinery during delivery but excludes unloading. We recommend pre-arranging your insurance policy to commence from unloading from the lorry onwards. Randek remains insured for the installation, training, and handover (upon customer sign-off). Detailed insurance recommendations can be shared during the sales process to ensure you’re fully prepared.
When considering automation, financial planning is an important part of the journey. At Randek, we’re here to help you align your investment with your business goals, offering guidance and support at every step.
Start by clarifying your desired outcomes: what key performance indicators (KPIs) do you aim to achieve, and what growth targets have you set? Understanding these goals will help us tailor the right automation solution to meet your needs, including current versus target productivity.
Identifying your drivers for change, whether that is streamlining operations, enhancing product quality or scaling growth, will shape the right solution for your business. Together, we can outline how automation contributes to ROI based on your specific investment, timeline, and growth plans.
Manufacturers often work with their preferred lender or allocate company funds. Randek can also connect you with external partners offering leasing or credit options. It’s important to plan early for risk management measures such as insurance, bank bonds, or guarantees, as this can save time and streamline the process (subject to geographic region).
Stage payments are structured to align with each phase of your project, from development to installation. Based on the chosen solution and given timeline, we’ll provide you with the payment stages. This allows for better planning of cash flow or drawdowns from financiers.
Absolutely. We understand that implementing new processes takes time. With our experience as long-term partners to manufacturers worldwide, we can collaborate on a phased strategy, delivering results over time to suit your specific needs.
Your team plays a vital role in the success of your automation journey. Automation is about more than machines: it’s about empowering your people and integrating their expertise into a modernized system. Together, these elements create the foundation for long-term success.
We’ve been pioneers in developing, designing and manufacturing automated machinery for over 40 years, and in 2016 we proudly introduced robotics into our portfolio. At Randek, we understand that investing in machinery for the long term involves careful decision-making. It’s not just about changing working practices, it’s about weighing the benefits and challenges of change to ensure the best outcome for your business. A successful project is built on more than the machinery you choose: it rests on the partnerships you cultivate and the long-term relationships that provide guidance, advice, and ongoing support.
Easy access to information that outlines your options so you can fully assess your needs.
Opportunities to see machinery running, providing valuable insights into what to expect in your factory.
Cost parameters set out clearly, so the financial picture is understood before it is committed to.
Products, services, support, warranties, lead times, required actions and preparatory timelines.
You know what’s happening at every stage, with a robust plan for your wider team, delivered well in advance of installation.
Paired with the ROI contributions expected to support your financial requirements.
Helpful and tailored talks to give you confidence in your decision.
Great communication and precise guidance at every step, including specialist technical expertise from our experienced team during the full installation phase.
This is the spread from the brochure: the whole project, step by step, from the first conversation to ongoing service once your line is producing.
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Our collaborative process begins with an initial meeting where we explore your ideas and understand your specific needs.
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We assess your factory, review layouts, and identify how to optimize your solution.
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We present a tailored proposal and address all your questions before proceeding to confirm the order.
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While your solution is being manufactured in Sweden, we collaborate closely with your team to prepare for the next steps.
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Randek Care: we identify the service and support package that best fits your system and operational needs.
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We run functional tests on critical processes and components in Sweden, ensuring key operations perform as expected.
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Our mechanical, electrical and software engineering teams take full responsibility for the installation of your solution.
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We conduct training for your operators and maintenance team to ensure understanding and build confidence. Super users are appointed.
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As the machinery becomes operational, we work with your team and run system tests to ensure it meets all specifications.
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As standard, our engineers oversee a reliable and efficient start to your production.
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The MyRandek platform enables efficient production monitoring, flow optimization, KPI analysis, and bottleneck detection.
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Randek Care service agreements ensure ongoing support while your team adapts to and integrates new processes.
Choosing the right partner is a crucial step, one that takes time and trust. You need a partner who delivers on their promises and truly understands your business. We prioritize understanding and partnership, adapting our approach to suit your needs while following a robust process to cover every aspect of your project from the start.
With Randek, there’s no need for compromise. Our range of service options is designed to meet your unique business needs, underpinned by transparent communication and clear, robust information. Our terms and conditions, straightforward payment terms, and credible evidence provide the foundation of trust and confidence you need to make informed decisions. Explore Randek Care →
Starting your automation journey is as simple as reaching out to us for information, guidance, or both. With just one call, we can quickly explore your options and provide you with an initial idea of what’s possible. From there, a more in-depth conversation will help narrow down your choices and identify the best solution for your business.
Randek are pioneers in creating innovative automation solutions for customers within the prefabricated house manufacturing industry since the 1940s. Today, Randek is one of the world’s leading suppliers of high-performance machines, robotic solutions and complete systems, with production lines holding several world records in production capacity.
A comprehensive product range with tailor-made systems for prefab manufacturing of walls, floors and ceilings. From manual to fully automated.
Equipment for traditional and effective manufacturing of roof trusses, and a revolutionising automated roof truss production system.
Randek Robotics develop advanced systems in robotic automation, delivering efficiency to customers in Europe, China, North and South America since the 1990s.
Sturdy, reliable cut saws delivered to house and roof truss manufacturers all over the world. From manual to fully automated.
Innovative wall-turning tables. From moderate manual wall-turning tables to advanced, with a range of options.
Prestudy, maintenance, IIoT and global support: the services that carry a line through its whole life.
Factory owners and production managers running Randek lines today, with their names on the quote.
“They didn’t just provide automation; they co-developed a process that works in a real-world, high-volume factory.”
We have two AutoEye roof truss systems because they build the highest quality trusses in the world, and they do it faster and with less labor than anything else.”
With the Randek system we can guarantee a consistently high quality of nail-plate trusses. Every source of error is eliminated by the system.”
Our original site in Westhill, Scotland, has had Randek framers for over 30 years. We were probably one of the earliest Randek customers in the UK.”
Tell us what you build today and where the bottleneck is. We will point you to the right team: locally where we have one, from Sweden where we do not.
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