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Dürr implementing a CO2-efficient paint shop with cross-plant system integration

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Dürr is building a turnkey paint shop for Volkswagen Autoeuropa while simultaneously implementing a comprehensive software solution. The project combines state-of-the-art application and drying technologies designed to maximise CO2 reduction, along with an innovative SCADA integration that unifies three separate paint shops in a single system.

In 2024, a total of 236,100 vehicles – an average of 955 per day rolled off the production line at Volkswagen Autoeuropa. The factory in the Portuguese town of Palmela is currently preparing for future model launches with the addition of a new paint shop and advanced process optimisation software. [Read more…] about Dürr implementing a CO2-efficient paint shop with cross-plant system integration

Dürr launches new robots with optimized arm geometry for painting tasks

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With the EcoRP4, Dürr is introducing a new generation of robots used to paint car bodies. The compact painting robot features an asymmetric architecture that improves access to the body for the applicator, enabling it to reliably reach even hard-to-access interior areas.

Its reduced number of components also lowers maintenance requirements and operational costs, especially benefiting car manufacturers with high production volumes.

Since 1998, Dürr has shipped almost 20,000 painting robots from the Ecopaint robotic family worldwide. The latest addition to the family, the EcoRP4, has been developed as the successor to the six-axis EcoRP E/L x33iC robot, and is specifically designed for painting lines that handle high volumes and standardised applications. [Read more…] about Dürr launches new robots with optimized arm geometry for painting tasks

Interstuhl automates seat coating with Dürr’s robotic mould-surface technology

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High-end furniture design company Interstuhl Büromöbel says it relies on modern coating technology from Dürr for the production of its work chairs for industrial and laboratory applications.

The new system automates the coating of the inner surfaces of foam moulds. Utilising the modular EcoSupply2 Core paint supply station and a 2K process controlled by an EcoAUC, Interstuhl has achieved an efficient coating process with up to five colours.

Interstuhl Büromöbel, headquartered in Meßstetten, is one of Europe’s leading chair manufacturers, producing high-quality office chairs for over 60 years. The company now employs innovative coating technology from Dürr in the production of its industrial and laboratory chairs. [Read more…] about Interstuhl automates seat coating with Dürr’s robotic mould-surface technology

Dürr builds automotive paint shop for Volkswagen plant in Mexico

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Dürr has built a paint shop designed to slash CO2 emissions at one of the Volkswagen Group’s largest manufacturing facilities. The plant in Puebla, Mexico, was inaugurated in January 2025.

The turnkey project includes two identical painting lines that are particularly environmentally friendly due to their electrified equipment, such as the electric drying system.

Dürr is also implementing key components of its new “Paint Shop of the Future” concept with a high-bay warehouse and driverless transport systems. [Read more…] about Dürr builds automotive paint shop for Volkswagen plant in Mexico

Dürr expands training centre in Bietigheim-Bissingen

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Machine and plant manufacturer Dürr has expanded its training centre by adding a sealing robot cell. Since May, customers have been receiving hands-on training in the latest sealing technology under real conditions at the company’s headquarters in Bietigheim-Bissingen.

Well-trained personnel are essential to ensuring high product quality and long-term system availability. That is why Dürr offers targeted training programs tailored to different user groups, delivered under production-oriented conditions in the field of paint and thick-film application.

In spring 2025, the company expanded its training centre in Bietigheim-Bissingen with a sealing robot cell equipped with EcoRail HS and two latest-generation robots: the EcoRS N20i and EcoRS L15i. These are complemented by EcoShot Meter and EcoGun2 3D dosing and application technology. [Read more…] about Dürr expands training centre in Bietigheim-Bissingen

Dürr and GROB showcase new concept factory for battery cell production

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Dürr to adopt new brand name as it aims for ‘more innovation in 50 percent less production space’ 

Less space and energy requirements, but more performance and the highest battery cell quality – that is the approach taken by engineering companies Dürr and GROB for their new concept factory for the production of lithium-ion battery cells. 

At this year’s Battery Show Europe trade fair in Stuttgart, the two partners will be the largest exhibitors, showcasing the technical innovations that make this possible.

Key technologies include dry coating of the electrodes, which does not require a drying process, and powerful Z-folder technology for cell assembly with integrated notching. [Read more…] about Dürr and GROB showcase new concept factory for battery cell production

Dürr delivers 19,000th robot to Chinese automaker BYD’s first European plant

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Dürr says its 19,000th painting robot will be delivered to BYD’s first European plant in Szeged, Hungary.

Equipped with the high-speed EcoBell3 rotary atomiser, this robot will provide BYD with exceptional paint quality while supporting sustainable production.

BYD Auto Company Limited, a leading Chinese new energy vehicle manufacturer, is among the first Chinese car manufacturers to establish a factory in Europe. [Read more…] about Dürr delivers 19,000th robot to Chinese automaker BYD’s first European plant

Dürr to install 120 industrial robots at Chinese auto giant BYD’s first plant in Europe

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The giant Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD Auto is building its first European passenger car plant. To equip it with painting technology, BYD selected Dürr.

Over the coming months, the German mechanical and plant engineering company will send more than 120 robots to Hungary for various painting lines. These robots, fitted with EcoBell3 atomisers, deliver outstanding quality and support sustainable painting.

BYD Auto Company Limited, one of China’s largest vehicle manufacturers and ranks among the market leaders in electric vehicle sales. Now, the company is becoming one of the first Chinese car manufacturers to build a European car factory, located in Szeged, Hungary. [Read more…] about Dürr to install 120 industrial robots at Chinese auto giant BYD’s first plant in Europe

Dürr unveils new painting technology for vehicles

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Industrial robotics company Dürr has unveiled new painting technology for vehicles.

Dürr’s latest development enables mixed 2-component paint systems to be fed directly in the return system within the atomiser for the first time.

This eliminates volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions in the paint booth during flushing processes and colour changes. The new solution has been successfully deployed in two top coat lines for over a year.

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Dürr and BMW win award for smart painting technique

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Robotics and automation technology company Dürr and automaker BMW have won an award for developing a new robotic painting system.

The companies received the award for technique for their concept of a “smart paint shop” at the Surcar 2017 event in Cannes, France.

The jury at Surcar, which is said to be the world’s leading biennial congress on automotive body finishing, traditionally selects the winners for three awards.  [Read more…] about Dürr and BMW win award for smart painting technique