ATC Automation :: Turnkey Automated Assembly & Testing Systems for Complex Manufacturing Challenges

ATC Automation (Automation Tool & Engineering Company) is a leading North American custom automation systems integrator with over 45 years of experience. Headquartered in Cookeville, Tennessee, with a second major campus in Simi Valley, California, ATC specializes in designing and building high-performance, turnkey automated assembly and testing systems for complex manufacturing challenges. The company is part of TASI Test and Automation and serves clients across the United States and internationally with a strong emphasis on precision, reliability, and long-term partnership.

ATC operates through three specialized divisions to deliver deep industry expertise:

• General Industry Division: Focuses on automotive, energy storage (batteries), electric vehicles, and heavy industrial applications.
• Consumer Products Division: Supports fast-paced consumer goods manufacturing with rapid design changes and strict cost/quality requirements.
• Life Science Division: Provides fully validated automation for medical devices and pharmaceuticals, with rigorous regulatory compliance (FDA, ISO, etc.).

The company is particularly known for its expertise in robotic automation, vision systems, data management, and virtual commissioning. They include digital simulation and virtual commissioning as a standard part of every project, allowing customers to test and optimize systems before physical build, reducing risk and accelerating deployment.

Key robot-based capabilities and solutions include:

• Robotic Assembly & Material Handling Systems: Custom robotic cells for complex assembly, part placement, and high-speed material movement.
• Robotic Testing & Inspection Systems: Integrated vision-guided robotic stations for quality control and functional testing.
• Multi-Robot Production Lines: Coordinated robotic systems for high-volume, high-mix production environments.
• Specialized Robotic Applications: Solutions for EV battery assembly, medical device manufacturing, and precision component handling.

ATC’s approach combines deep engineering talent (over 100 engineers and 300+ skilled tradespeople), vertical integration (in-house machining and fabrication), and a customer-first culture. They deliver complete solutions from concept through installation, training, and ongoing support, with a strong track record of on-time delivery and long-term system performance.