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The technologies of tomorrow

Technica, leading the way

by Jeremy Arbid

Innovative Lebanese manufacturers are harnessing the technologies of tomorrow in their factories today. Executive went to Technica for an inside peek at how the company employs robotic technology in the manufacturing and maintenance of automated turnkey solutions — machines that, for example, package candy bars and other consumable products.

Starting as a small operation in a single-car garage in the 1980s, Technica, a family owned business, is forecasting revenues approaching $15 million for 2014, and will finalize the expansion of its production floor capacity in late 2015.

Technica employs a holistic approach in meeting the design specifications of its clients’ needs, reassembling machines on site in clients’ factories. Technica enjoys certification from Procter & Gamble, helping the company meet international standards in project design and manufacturing.

An electrical and a mechanical engineer collaborate on a design to meet the specifications of the client
A technician bends parts to the exact specifications
A technician cuts shapes using a machine capable of slicing through 33cm thick stainless steel
A technician shaves off millimeters of excess metal using a sanding machine
The roller is fitted to form the bed for the conveyor belt
The precision made parts are assembled to form a conveyor belt, which is the first step of the automation process
In the belly of the beast: conveyors feed into this section of the automation path where packaging takes place
A fully assembled automated conveyor awaits testing by technicians
A technician disassembles the automated conveyor into sections for ease of shipping and to be reassembled onsite for the client
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Jeremy Arbid

Jeremy is Executive's former economics and policy editor.
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Greg Demarque

Greg Demarque is a photo journalist based in Beirut.
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