Enhance Transportation Durability of Prefab Construction: Automated Screwdriving vs. Manual Nailing

Prefabricated or “prefab” construction has become more popular over the years thanks to its affordability and highly efficient processes. Prefab options are a good idea when manufacturing floors, walls, or trusses. However, transporting these assembled segments presents challenges. With WEBER’s automated screwdriving solutions, you can ensure stronger, superior assembly of these components to improve the durability of construction for transportation.

Opting for automated screwdriving during prefab construction ensures high-quality outcomes, reducing common challenges associated with manual nailing. Manual nailing and assembly often lead to inconsistent and improper nail placement, which increases the risk of weak points during transportation. The vibrations caused by carriers in transit cause misaligned nails to loosen, resulting in hazards, including total component separation and irreparable damage to prefab elements.  Below we step through how we eliminate this costly problem.

Automated Screwdriving Technology

WEBER's automated screwdriving technology ensures consistent screw depth and placement, unifying the strength across all connections. This consistency enhances durability during transportation, minimizing the risk of component separation.

Advanced sensors in automated screwdriving machinery ensure precise screw placement and depth control. With the C30S control system, WEBER’s active depth sensor guarantees consistent depth even with materials that aren't perfectly straight or uniform. This level of precision is not attainable with manual nailing methods.

SER30: High-Torque Robotic Screwdriving

The SER30 high-torque system is designed for demanding, complex prefab applications, handling large screws and lag bolts with ease. SER30 incorporates a blow feed mechanism for efficient screw delivery and is compatible with various robotic systems, allowing for flexible integration into your existing production lines.

WEBER solutions assist the assembly of many prefab constructions, addressing common concern areas.

• Wall Assembly: Automated screwdriving consistently uses sub flush of drywall, repeating the screw demands and reducing the risk of screw pops during transportation.
• Floor Panels: WEBER's automated solutions enhance floor panel integrity so that they withstand the rigors of transportation and provide long-term performance.
• Truss Assembly: Robotic systems create more durable joints than manual nailing. This is particularly important for roof trusses that must maintain structural integrity over long distances and various road conditions.

All types of prefab construction assembly involve repetitive, labor-intensive tasks. Effective automation frees your employees from high-risk, physically demanding work. Whatever your reasons for considering automation, WEBER has solutions that can be custom-designed to meet your needs.

Nail Reliability and Repeatability 

In addition to improving transportation durability, WEBER's C30S control system handles all quality control. It eliminates human errors by precisely controlling the angle, depth, and torque of all screws. This level of consistency is impossible to achieve with manual nailing. 

Prefabrication alone saves up to 20% of construction costs, according to a McKinsey report. Automated screwdriving further reduces costs, particularly by improving working conditions and labor requirements. Our systems equip professional teams to move their workforce to more skilled tasks that are in high demand.

By adopting WEBER's automated screwdriving technology, you improve product durability during transportation and streamline prefab production. The result is a more reliable, durable, efficient, and competitive prefab construction operation.

Since 1956, WEBER has designed and built solutions for the most demanding assembly applications. Contact WEBER today to discover how our automated screwdriving solutions can enhance your operation's efficiency, quality, and transportation durability.