Award of Automation Systems Demonstrator Equipment Framework to Contron, Festo, and Horizon Instruments
The University of Warwick · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Automation Systems Demonstrator Equipment Framework to Contron, Festo, and Horizon Instruments
Awarded 31 May 2017
Awarded31 May 2017
Value£0.00
RegionWest Midlands
CategoryManufacturing & Industrial
Ended 7y 5mo ago1y 12mo term
Awarded 31 May 2017Expired 30 May 2019
About
The University of Warwick awarded a framework agreement to Contron Limited, Festo Limited, and Horizon Instruments Ltd for the supply of equipment for the Automation Systems Demonstrator (ASD) project, which requires automatic assembly operations on battery packs with reconfigurable capability.
The framework covers proprietary electrical linear slides/cylinders, design and build of mechanical fixtures, and supply and commissioning of control systems software, split into lots for supply only, design and build, and commissioning and control systems.
The agreement has a duration of 2 years with two optional 1-year extensions, allowing the University to call off requirements for related projects subject to funding.
The project is funded by Catapult, and the award was conditional on funding approval.
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Award of Automation Systems Demonstrator Equipment Framework to Contron, Festo, and Horizon Instruments
Won by Contron Limited,Festo Limited,HORIZON INSTRUMENTS LTD · The University of Warwick
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