We bring the Dark Factory to the mid-market

About Us

Automation for the Dark Factory

DarkFab Automation GmbH — short for Dark Fabrication — combines years of industry experience with modern automation, intelligent software and efficient material flow solutions.

We are a young company with experienced minds and a clear ambition: to make production and logistics processes simpler, more efficient and future-proof. We think holistically. From a single machine to automated systems and production lines all the way to the networked Dark Factory, we combine classic automation technology, software, data and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) into individual solutions.

Everything from a single source

Our particular advantage: automation, software and material flow come vendor-independently from a single source with us. From the initial process analysis through planning and engineering to AGV integration and commissioning, we support our customers end to end.

The team at work
Products

The key to autonomous operations

DarkFab combines decades of manufacturing expertise with modern automation and software engineering.

As a full-service partner, we support you vendor-independently and in stages that build on one another — all the way to an autonomous, continuously running Dark Factory.

Strategy & Consulting Strategy & Consulting

From the first idea to ongoing operation

Every successful automation project starts with a clear understanding of the process. That’s why we support our customers across the entire lifecycle of a solution — from the first idea and planning through implementation, commissioning and further development.

We advise companies on the digitalization, automation and optimization of production and logistics processes. We take a holistic view of processes, connecting production, automation, software, material flow and AGVs.

Together we analyze existing workflows, identify automation and digitalization potential, and develop technically and economically sound solutions.

We support both greenfield and brownfield projects — from feasibility studies and concepts through to implementation.

Automation & AGVs Automation & AGVs

Automation that fits your process

We design and build individual automation solutions for machines, equipment and production processes — from classic machine automation to complex, networked production systems.

We also support companies in planning, selecting and integrating automated guided vehicles (AGVs) — from the initial process analysis through commissioning and optimization. In doing so, we look beyond the vehicle itself to the entire material flow.

We combine proven automation technology with modern technologies such as control systems, sensors, actuators and robotics.

We analyze your requirements and turn them into automation that fits your process, your production and your future requirements.

Our automation solutions create the technical foundation for efficient, flexible and future-proof production processes.

Software Software

Your Processes. Your Software. Your Possibilities

With our own purpose-built MCS software (Matrix Control System), we create a flexible digital foundation for the Dark Factory.

MCS follows a simple but decisive approach:
The software doesn't dictate the process — the customer defines their own process.
Production and logistics processes can be mapped individually, made automatable, and adapted to new requirements directly by the customer, whenever needed.

The result is a solution that doesn't just work today, but grows together with the company and its processes. MCS connects processes, employees, machines, equipment, AGVs and other systems, creating a seamless foundation for the digital, automated factory.

From simple process digitization to the control of complex workflows: MCS makes individual processes digital, transparent and automatable.

Service Service

Everything from a single source

From a single machine to automated systems and production lines, all the way to the connected Dark Factory — we combine classic automation technology, software, data and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) into tailored solutions.

We remain your point of contact even after commissioning. Our service covers fault analysis, optimization, adaptation and further development of automation systems, software, AGVs and their interfaces.

Production processes change — our solutions are built to grow with them.

Our aim: long-term partnerships, reliable systems and continuous development.

“ As a full-service partner we support you vendor-independently and in stages that build on one another — all the way to an autonomous, continuously running Dark Factory.”

Industries

Together toward the
Dark Factory:


Maximum transparency,
higher productivity,
future-proof
autonomous manufacturing.

Defence

Robust automation for complex manufacturing

Defence products are often manufactured in small batch sizes, high variant diversity and complex production sequences.

What's needed, therefore, are flexible automation solutions that can quickly adapt to different products and manufacturing tasks.

DarkFab develops modular robotic and handling solutions, automated production stations and flexible material flows.

AGVs can transport components and workpieces between workstations as needed.

Our MCS system provides the digital link between order, material, production and documentation.

Flexible automation for changing requirements — combined with controlled, traceable processes.

Medical & Pharma

Precision, process security and traceability

Medical and pharmaceutical products require precise, reproducible and traceable processes. At the same time, variant diversity, sensitive products and high quality requirements create complex production sequences.

DarkFab develops flexible robotic and automation solutions for handling, assembly, inspection, pick & place and other production steps.

AGVs can transport materials and components automatically between defined process stations and integrate them into the overall process.

Our MCS system connects order, product, material, batch and process data, creating transparency across the production process.

From the automated production station to a seamless process history — precise, flexible and from a single source.

Machining Industry

Automation around the machine tool

In machining, there is great potential in the automated linking of machines, material and auxiliary processes.

DarkFab develops flexible robot cells for machine loading, unloading, handling and palletizing, and connects them with automated material flows.

AGVs handle the transport of raw material, pallets and finished parts between the warehouse and machining centers.

Our MCS system lets you digitally control orders and production progress and display them transparently.

From raw material through automated machining to the finished part — fully automated and networked.

Aerospace

Precise automation for demanding components

Aerospace products place high demands on precision, repeatability and process security. At the same time, complex components and low volumes are often only economically viable with flexible automation concepts.

DarkFab develops robot-based solutions for handling, assembly, machining and inspection, and connects them with intelligent material flows.

AGVs can transport components and materials automatically between defined process steps.

Our MCS system adds a digital layer to physical automation, linking relevant production and process data to each individual component.

Physical automation and digital traceability — connected into one seamless solution.

Technology

Technology follows the process

We are convinced: digitalization and automation work best when they align with a company's actual requirements.

That's why, for us, it's never a single technology that takes center stage, but the customer's process.

Our goal is to intelligently connect people, machines, software, data and material flow — for greater transparency, productivity, quality, flexibility and sustainable scalability.

Matrix cell AI-generated image CNC 1 Automated CNC machining MATERIAL Material supply via AGV ROBOT 1 Loading and unloading by robot MCS Central coordination ROBOT 2 Rearrangement by robot CNC 2 Second machining station ROBOT 3 Loading and unloading by robot AGV Autonomous workpiece transport between stations MEASURING Automated quality measurement

“ We bring the Dark Factory to the mid-market.”

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