NEWS

Riga, 31.03.2025. - The initial phase of the project has concluded successfully with all tasks fulfilled and the planned results achieved.

A. The potential method for automated packaging has been defined — including minimum robot parameters, the type and design of robotic tools. The layout and technology of the equipment have been determined, specifying how the packaging process should be performed and what level of human involvement is required for operating the system.

B. The method for capturing and reproducing a digital twin of a moving log pile has been established.

C. An initial programming task has been developed.

D. An initial design task has been developed.

E. A test equipment design has been created.

Project implementation period: October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2026.
Research budget: 638,520 EUR.
Recovery Fund: 444,664 EUR.

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Riga, January 29, 2025 — SIA Mechanika Engineering has been awarded financial support from the Latvian Investment and Development Agency (LIAA) under the “Support for Process Digitalization” program, co-financed by the Recovery and Resilience Facility.

Project Details
- Decision: LIAA No. 9.2-17-N-2025/5  
- Project No.: DIGI / 2024 / 1601  
- Funding Type: Direct grant for digital transformation  

Benefits and Innovations
Thanks to this support, the company has acquired and installed **two advanced 3D printers**. This technology will enable:  
- Faster prototyping — from design to physical model in just hours;  
- Cost savings compared to outsourcing, especially for small production runs;  
- Enhanced innovation and customized solutions tailored to client needs;  
- Optimized R&D processes, reducing the time between concept and testing.  

About LIAA Support 
The LIAA “Support for Process Digitalization” program helps Latvian businesses adopt technological innovations that drive sustainable growth and competitiveness in international markets.  

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We are excited to announce that Mechanika Engineering, a leading R&D company in the region, has entered into a strategic partnership with FANUC, a global leader in industrial robotics. This collaboration strengthens our position as the go-to provider for cutting-edge automation solutions, integrating FANUC's state-of-the-art technology into our innovative systems to deliver unmatched value to our customers.

With over 13 years of extensive experience in developing advanced custom automation solutions, Mechanika Engineering has earned a reputation as a leader in research and development for industrial systems. Our deep expertise in robotics, machine vision, and process optimization ensures that we can tackle even the most complex challenges with precision and innovation.

As part of our commitment to innovation, we are thrilled to announce that the first FANUC robots will be integrated into our cutting-edge solutions this year. This milestone demonstrates our ability to combine FANUC's world-class robotic technology with our exceptional machine vision capabilities, delivering automation solutions that redefine productivity, efficiency, and quality for our customers.

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On October 1, 2024, SIA “Mechanika Engineering” in collaboration with SIA “Sters G” launches a research project: “Development of a robotic system for the automated packaging of spatially randomly arranged objects.” The research project is being implemented under the project “Forest Sector Competence Center - Digitalization” as part of the initiative “Support for the introduction of new products and services in business” by SIA “Forest Sector Competence Center”, CFLA contract No. 2.2.1.3.i.0/1/24/A/CFLA/001.