Te pari case study

Improving Productivity with Robot Welding.

Background

Te Pari is a third-generation, family-owned business based in Oamaru, New Zealand. Renowned for their innovation in livestock handling systems, Te Pari designs and manufactures premium cattle and sheep equipment for farmers across the globe. With a strong focus on productivity, quality, and animal welfare, Te Pari continues to lead the way in agricultural engineering.

To help meet growing demand and maintain consistent quality, Te Pari worked closely with Autoa to integrate robotic welding at Te Pari into their production process.

Project Overview

Customer: Te Pari
Product: Livestock Equipment & Handling Solutions
Country: Southland, New Zealand
Installed: 2021
Industry: Agricultural Equipment Manufacturing
Solution: S-6000 Robot Welding Cell
Featured Equipment: Yaskawa AR3120 Robot, OTC Daihen P500L Power Source + 350A Air Cooled Torch, Yaskawa HM-1000D Positioner Headstocks, Yaskawa TM-1000D Positioner Tailstocks, Yaskawa TSL-1000 Robot Slider, Tip Cleaning Station, Integrated Safety Componentry.

The Solution

Autoa worked closely with Te Pari to integrate the S-6000 robotic welding cell into their manufacturing workflow. The system was designed to accommodate large, complex livestock handling components, delivering consistent and precise welds at scale.

The cell features a long-reach Yaskawa robot on a 4m linear track, combined with coordinated multi-axis positioners for part rotation and access. The integration of high-performance welding equipment ensures quality control while minimising rework and waste.

Te Pari’s in-house engineering team handled much of the jig design and set-up, with Autoa providing specialised training and ongoing technical support to ensure long-term performance and flexibility.

The Results

Since the installation of the S-6000 cell, robotic welding at Te Pari has contributed to gains in both productivity and consistency on the factory floor. The system has reduced the time required for manual welding, allowing jobs to move through production more efficiently. This has supported Te Pari’s ability to keep up with demand without compromising on quality.

Weld quality has been consistently reliable. The robotic cell produces clean, repeatable welds that meet the standards required for livestock handling equipment — where strength and precision matter. With accurate jigging and stable weld paths, the amount of rework required has decreased. That’s helped reduce downtime and improve material use across the line.

The shift to robotic welding has also taken some of the pressure off the welding team. Staff have been able to focus more on assembly and dispatch, where output has increased alongside production.

The IMPACT ON Te pari’s business

Robotic welding has become an important part of Te Pari’s manufacturing capability. The S-6000 cell has supported their ability to grow production while maintaining the product quality their customers expect.

Nick Blampied describes robotic welding as a key part of Te Pari’s expansion. As output increased, it created opportunities to invest in further improvements across the business — including hiring more staff in assembly and dispatch to handle the increased volume downstream.

Rather than replacing jobs, robotic welding has enabled the team to work more efficiently and focus on areas where human input adds the most value. With consistent weld quality, reduced downtime, and a more reliable production process, robotic welding at Te Pari continues to support an approach that’s well-positioned for growth in New Zealand and internationally.

The partnership with Autoa Robot Welding has also given Te Pari access to support, training, and welding expertise as needed, ensuring the system continues to deliver value well beyond the initial installation.

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