Share this article Share this article AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- WKW Automotive, a major Tier 1 supplier, has awarded Shape Process Automation, a program valued at approximately $15MUSD to provide two inline laser systems complete with material handling capabilities. This program has the potential to be the highest throughput aluminum robotic laser cutting line in the world. Shape Process Automation's solution reduces cost and floor space by nearly 50% by utilizing the NEWTON® technology compared to traditional robots that articulate a cutting head. Laser cutting assembly lines with NEWTON enable customers to reduce their long-term program cost by eliminating direct labor, reducing engineering floor labor, increasing quality, and sustaining long term OEE gains. "WKW is excited to work with world-class technology in delivering industry-leading aluminum fabrications," said Prakash Patel, Director, Program Management at WKW Automotive.