Industrial Automation & Integration in Grand Rapids, MI
Physical AI for Modern Manufacturing
We design, build, and integrate closed-loop physical AI systems for manufacturers in West Michigan and across the U.S.: robotic cells, PLC controls, machine vision, conveyors, and pharmaceutical serialization that sense, decide, and act on your line, 24/7.
Physical AI Technologies for Advanced Manufacturing
From perception to action, we build the closed-loop physical AI stack that runs your line — vision that sees, controls that decide, and robotics that move.
Advanced Robotic Applications
In collaboration with Fanuc America and Universal Robots, we build robotic cells that combine precision motion with real-time perception — physical AI tuned for automotive, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and logistics.
Sorter Conveyors & Material Handling
Intelligent material handling systems that read, decide, and route product in real time — for food processing, packaging, logistics, and manufacturing, at production speed.
Warehouse Automation
Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) that perceive their environment, coordinate as a fleet, and adapt routing in real time — physical AI in motion across your facility.
Perceive
Machine vision and sensors read the line in real time.
Decide
PLC logic and control systems turn that read into an action.
Act
Robotic arms, conveyors, and AMRs execute it — no operator required.
That's physical AI. It's not a separate product from what we do — it's the system all five solutions above form together.
Trusted Across Industries
Our physical AI expertise spans diverse sectors — the same perceive-decide-act loop, tuned to each industry's unique requirements.
Automotive
Complete automated systems for assembly lines, welding, and quality inspection.
Pharmaceutical
Vision inspection and packaging automation for regulatory compliance.
Food & Beverage
Hygienic automation solutions for processing, packaging, and sorting.
Logistics
Conveyor systems, AMRs, and sorting solutions for distribution centers.
Manufacturing
End-to-end production line automation with PLC integration.
Case Studies
Every case study below is physical AI already in production — closed-loop systems perceiving, deciding, and acting without operator intervention, three shifts a day.
FANUC Robotic Palletizing System
Vision confirms product placement, control logic sequences the pattern, the robot executes — a full physical AI loop running lights-out. Vector Automation successfully implemented a FANUC robotic palletizing system that enables fully autonomous line operation — running three shifts, 24/7 — without operator intervention. The solution delivers consistent throughput, eliminates manual palletizing labor, improves safety and GMP compliance, and ensures reliable, around-the-clock production performance.
Key Results
Sorter Conveyor with Tunnel Inspection System
Perception reads every box, the system decides the correct diverter, and the database updates in real time — sense, decide, act, at conveyor speed. Vector Automation successfully implemented a fully automated sorter conveyor with a Cognex inspection tunnel to read 100% of boxes coming on the line and sorting every box to the right diverter to automatically sort every product to the right position. Additionally, all information was sent to the customer database to update inventory in real-time — running three shifts, 24/7 — without operator intervention. The solution delivers consistent reading, eliminates manual scanning, improves accuracy and compliance, and ensures reliable, around-the-clock production performance.
Key Results
Full Stack Automated Serialization System
Vision and scanners perceive every unit, the serialization system decides pass/fail and routing, and the line acts on it automatically — real-time physical AI for full track-and-trace. Vector Automation, in partnership with Systech International, implemented a full-stack Systech serialization system on the customer's packaging line. The solution included complete integration and orchestration of all line-level and enterprise components — PLCs and line control systems, printers for serialized labeling, vision systems and cameras for code verification, barcode scanners for aggregation and validation, and centralized serialization and data management software. Vector Automation engineered a tightly integrated system ensuring real-time communication between devices, robust error handling, and compliance with pharmaceutical regulatory requirements.
Key Results
Physical AI, Engineered Right
At Vector Automation, we understand the diverse challenges businesses face in optimizing operations. Our team of experienced Project Management Professionals builds physical AI — the fusion of real-time perception, intelligent control, and robotic action — backed by proven methodologies and industry-leading partnerships.
From initial consultation to seamless implementation, we collaborate with you to craft customized solutions that precisely align with your unique requirements. Every project is backed by proven methodologies and industry-leading partnerships.
Technology Partners
Assessment
We analyze your current operations, identify inefficiencies, and map out opportunities for automation improvement.
Design & Engineering
Our engineers design a tailored solution using proven PM methodologies, ensuring every component meets your specifications.
Implementation
Seamless integration with your existing systems, including programming, testing, and commissioning on-site.
Ongoing Support
Continuous monitoring, maintenance, and optimization to ensure long-term operational success and maximum ROI.
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Corporate Headquarters — Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 279-6046Location
250 Monroe NW Suite 400, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, USA
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