What is Automation ?
Any time you use robots and or software to remove a portion of labor. Where there was a handgun or wrench, now there is a system that installs the fastener for you.
Major Types
Semiautomated and Automated
Major subtypes
Semi Auto (Tabletop Hydra, Pedestal, and Speed Fasteners), Full Automated (No Human except operator with a robot
Major Industries
Used in all industries.
Things to consider
First and Foremost, how fast do you want your installation and production to be, second what is your footprint constraints, and finally how much will you spend?