Southwire READY Robotics Automation Partnership Announced
Southwire (southwire.com) has formed a strategic partnership with READY Robotics (ready-robotics.com), a leader in industrial automation. Together, the companies will introduce advanced automation technologies at five Southwire facilities across the United States to enhance safety, efficiency, and operational performance.
Automation Rollout at Key Southwire Facilities
Southwire plans to implement READY Robotics’ technology at:
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The Retail East Customer Service Center (CSC) in Villa Rica, Georgia
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The utility products plant in Carrollton, Georgia
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Plants in Hawesville, Kentucky, and Florence, Alabama
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The Bremen campus in Bremen, Indiana
By coordinating deployments at multiple locations, Southwire aims to standardize best practices and scale automation benefits across its manufacturing and distribution network.
Advancing Safety, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement
Alex Thomas, chief engineer at Southwire, emphasized how the Southwire READY Robotics automation partnership supports the company’s long-term innovation strategy. He noted that collaborating with READY Robotics allows Southwire to leverage deep automation expertise while continuing to integrate cutting-edge technology into its operations.
Thomas also highlighted that continuous improvement remains essential to safely serving customers. By introducing smart, flexible automation, Southwire can enhance safety, improve consistency, and free its teams to focus on higher-value work. The partnership aligns with Southwire’s long-standing reputation as an innovation leader in the wire and cable industry.