ABU DHABI, United Arab
Emirates, Feb. 20, 2017
/PRNewswire/ -- Exechon, LLC, a joint-venture (JV) company
comprising Abu Dhabi-based Injaz
National, U.S. global security and aerospace company Lockheed
Martin [NYSE: LMT], and Sweden-based Tecgrant AB, introduced its new
XMini today at the International Defence Exposition and Conference
(IDEX) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab
Emirates.
The XMini is a robotic, next-generation intelligent portable
machine system that uses Parallel Kinematics Machining (PKM) to
support industrial automated manufacturing capabilities. As a
standalone tool or as part of an existing production system, the
XMini merges the flexibility and high dynamics of the
articulated-arm robot with the stiffness and accuracy of the rigid
machine tool. The device, which is made of carbon fiber, can be
taken apart and reassembled inside spaces traditionally
inaccessible to machines or people, such as an aircraft wing
box.
The XMini is the first product developed by the JV, and
establishes an engineering and manufacturing center for advancing
this technology in the aerospace, defense and automotive sectors,
as well as other industrial areas. The facility is set to open at
Masdar Institute in 2017.
"Exechon is based in the UAE to nurture local innovation and
accelerate the expansion of industrial automation and robotics
manufacturing in the region," said Kalle
Neumann, Exechon chief executive officer. "The XMini on
display at IDEX is built locally in Abu
Dhabi to support international aerospace, defense and
automotive markets around the world."
Commenting on the partnership, Rick
Edwards, executive vice president of Lockheed Martin
Missiles and Fire Control, said, "We are excited to celebrate this
milestone in the partnership with local experts to develop the
XMini, which will enhance local manufacturing capabilities and
create long-term economic benefits. The XMini reflects Lockheed
Martin's commitment to supporting the UAE's goal of becoming the
leading supplier of cutting-edge, automated manufacturing
technology."
His Excellency Sultan Rashed Saeed Al Dhaheri, chairman of Injaz
National added, "Today marks an important step in our international
collaboration to bring this new technology and manufacturing
capacity into the UAE. We look forward to continuing our
partnership to facilitate meaningful and lasting economic impact
throughout the Emirates."
Exechon has several key partnerships in the UAE and around the
world to bring its products to market:
- Tawazun Economic Council. The Council made the formation
of the JV possible through its support of the UAE's strategy to
develop advanced and pioneering technology for the UAE and
worldwide markets.
- Masdar Institute of Science and Technology. The Masdar
Institute is a research-oriented university in Abu Dhabi. Our Application and Technology
Center will be located on its campus.
- Premier Composites. Dubai-based Premier Composites is the supplier
for XMini carbon fiber components. Maintaining a local supply chain
for critical parts lowers costs and maximizes local economic value
addition.
- AAR. An industry-leading provider of aviation services
and integrated supply-chain solutions, U.S.-based AAR is
responsible for XMini strategic production sourcing, procurement,
kitting, and aftermarket component distribution.
The XMini can be found on display in the Lockheed Martin stand
at IDEX, at 01-A11 in the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre
(ADNEC).
For more on the XMini and the Joint Venture visit:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCgeF-37sXE&feature=em-subs_digest
About Lockheed Martin
Headquartered in Bethesda,
Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace
company that employs approximately 97,000 people worldwide and is
principally engaged in the research, design, development,
manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology
systems, products and services.
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