Amid a large acquisition, Container Products Company needed to improve safety, ergonomics, and efficiency in their welding process. Manual welding posed safety risks, consumed additional time, and required frequent rework—so they turned to Kinetic Technologies for help.
In this Case Study
Addressing Initial Hesitations ›
A Customized, Innovative Solution ›
ISO 9001 Certification: A Commitment to Quality ›
Seamless Collaboration ›
Unmatched Support and Long-Term Success ›
Ready to Take the Next Step? ›
Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, Container Products Company designs and manufactures metal containers for hazardous materials. With a commitment to quality through their NQA-1 2008/2009 program, they are a top supplier of waste reduction and decontamination equipment for the nuclear and private sectors.
Their goals: Improve safety and ergonomics, improve first pass yield, and improve cycle times.
From the first conversation to final installation, Kinetic Technologies made welding automation straightforward and rewarding, helping them achieve these goals.
Addressing Initial Hesitations
“I’m not a welding expert. I’m not a robotic expert. We looked at concepts, designs, the material that was presented to us, and we were able to narrow it down with Kinetic. They were able to come to the table with enthusiasm and really a great concept and design that we thought would be adequate for the business for Container Products Company.”
– Mike Helman, Plant Manager at NWS Technologies (sister company)
Starting an automation project can be daunting, especially when it’s your first time. CPC had plenty of concerns: Was the technology a good fit? Would it deliver the results they needed?
By taking the time to understand their goals and using a no-pressure, supportive approach, Kinetic Technologies emphasized safety, ergonomics, and quality while making the process as smooth as possible.
A Customized, Innovative Solution
“It didn’t feel like, hey, we gave them an idea and a concept, and they came back to us with something that was first cut and that was the final cut. They really worked with us and changed things as we saw challenges.”
– Mike Helman
Kinetic Technologies doesn’t believe in cookie-cutter answers. For CPC, they designed a tailored setup to tackle the unique challenges of welding hazardous material containers.
The solution? An overhead robot stand paired with a rotary turntable embedded in the ground, along with a Fanuc CRX cobot arm—engineered to reach every weld point while enhancing safety and efficiency.
Their approach was flexible, collaborative and always evolving based on CPC’s feedback. They also took care of OSHA-compliant safeguarding measures and provided detailed plans to prepare the site.
ISO 9001 Certification: A Commitment to Quality
ISO 9001 certification isn’t just a formality for Kinetic Technologies; it’s a core part of how they do business. This accreditation ensures every project meets the highest standards. Here’s why choosing an ISO 9001-certified integrator matters:
• Consistency and Reliability: You get a system that’s built to be dependable, with fewer errors and consistent performance.
• Continuous Improvement: We’re committed to refining our processes and staying current with industry advancements.
• Third-Party Validation: Independent audits mean you can trust that we’ll deliver on our promises.
Seamless Collaboration
“Me and the owner of the company, we sat on a call, and it was like we made the right decision working with this team. They are very thorough and have an eye out for our best interests. They are looking at things that we didn’t consider, and I think that was a really nice partnership.”
– Mike Helman
Kinetic Technologies made collaboration simple. Weekly sync meetings kept everything on track, and their team took ownership of the project, driving accountability from design to installation.
CPC valued their proactive communication and the ease with which they simplified complex concepts. Even when challenges came up, they resolved them quickly and kept the project moving forward.
Unmatched Support and Long-Term Success
“They did an excellent job training our technicians and welders how to use this. Customer support is there. We are getting help where we need it and in solving these problems…we are having to lean on them and they’re always available for technical questions, troubleshooting and support, we need to get back online.”
– Mike Helman
Their commitment doesn’t end when the system goes live. They continue to offer hands-on support, from troubleshooting to employee training. CPC has been able to navigate their new automated setup with confidence, knowing there is always someone there to help.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Kinetic Technologies is more than just an automation integrator—they are your partner in making welding automation practical and effective. If you’re looking to improve safety, streamline your processes, and achieve better throughput, their ISO 9001-certified team has the expertise you need.
