Airtificial: Robots for Mexico
- The Company has signed three contracts worth nearly €4 million with global Tier-1 automotive suppliers for the design, manufacture, and commissioning of an electric steering assembly and inspection line, as well as two inspection lines for electronic control units (ECUs) for electric vehicles at its Querétaro plant in Mexico.
Madrid, 21 October 2025. Airtificial has signed three contracts with two global Tier-1 automotive suppliers, valued at nearly €4 million, for the design, manufacture, commissioning, and turnkey delivery of an electric steering assembly line (RCB EPS) and two inspection lines for electronic control units (ECU) for electric vehicles at its Querétaro facility in Mexico. These new contracts strengthen the Company’s position—and that of its Intelligent Robots division—as a reference provider of industrial technology for large-scale automotive manufacturing within the NAFTA market.
The first contract has been signed with one of the Company’s long-standing and strategic clients, destined for a vehicle model from a world-renowned American manufacturer. The second and third contracts are with one of the largest Tier-1 companies in the automotive sector. Airtificial has become a key technology supplier to these manufacturers, having already signed over one hundred contracts with them.
Guillermo Fernández de Peñaranda, CEO of Airtificial Group, stated:
“The trust of these clients, with whom we have executed over 100 projects, is a testament to our professionalism and demonstrates Airtificial’s capability to support our partners in their international expansion. These new contracts consolidate our position in the American market and open the door to future global projects across this and other divisions of the Group.”
Electric Steering (RCB EPS) Project
The project will be produced at Airtificial’s Querétaro plant in Mexico before being installed at one of the client’s main vehicle manufacturing facilities, further reinforcing Airtificial’s operational presence within Mexico’s key automotive hub serving the NAFTA region.
The contract encompasses the turnkey development, manufacture, and installation of a line measuring approximately 16 by 11 metres, composed of 12 intelligent stations and operated by four technicians. This technology integrates advanced robotics, artificial vision for inspection, embedded vision systems within robots for greater flexibility, screwdrivers, Harting quick connections, greasing systems, and quality controls, including functional and vacuum leak tests.
The line has been designed with an initial cycle time of under 60 seconds, which can later be reduced to 40 seconds in a second phase, ensuring maximum operational efficiency for large-scale automotive manufacturing. The project schedule foresees 30 weeks of production at the Querétaro plant, followed by 10 weeks of testing and validation, after which the system will be delivered for final installation.
Electric power steering systems (RCB EPS) replace traditional hydraulic ones, allowing the integration of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and providing improved steering feel and performance. They are suitable for both electric and hybrid vehicles.
Automation Projects for Electronic Control Unit (ECU) Inspection
Airtificial Intelligent Robots has signed two contracts for four inspection lines that will include all necessary equipment for loading, unloading, transport, screening, and selection. These projects represent a significant technological leap, incorporating tangible improvements in the handling and visual inspection processes of existing lines through the integration of collaborative and industrial robotics.
As part of these projects, Airtificial will manufacture and install four inspection stations equipped with collaborative robots and artificial vision cameras, designed to verify the correct assembly of electronic control units in cycles of under 10 seconds.
Electronic control units (ECUs) are core industrial automation components essential to the manufacturing and functioning of modern vehicles, with potential applications extending to household appliances and security systems. They serve as the “brain” coordinating electronic and mechanical functions within machines. Airtificial’s technology will incorporate automatic visual inspection systems with cycle times as short as 7 seconds, ensuring zero defects and eliminating operator subjectivity.
Through these new contracts, Airtificial continues to advance its strategy of diversification and international expansion, strengthening its presence in key markets such as Mexico and reinforcing its contribution to the transition towards more sustainable and automated mobility. The Company also continues to collaborate with strategic partners specialising in cutting-edge technological developments.
About Airtificial
Airtificial provides global and innovative design and manufacturing solutions for the automotive, civil and defence aerospace, infrastructure, and other industrial sectors. The company integrates advanced technologies such as robotics and artificial intelligence which, together with human interaction, contribute to sustainable development.
Listed on the Spanish Continuous Market, Airtificial has operational presence in 18 countries across major markets in Europe, the Americas, and Asia. The company contributes to the digital transformation, automation, and optimisation of its clients’ industrial processes through sustainable and competitive growth.
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