HBO Internship/Graduation Assignment – Testing Hygienic IP67 Robots In Meat Processing

The Assignment

Our robotic applications are designed to withstand the harsh conditions of the meat processing industry, including high humidity, daily pressure cleaning, and exposure to antibacterial cleaning chemicals. Currently, we use standard 6-axis industrial robots protected by covers. These covers require frequent replacement, increasing the cost of ownership, and can harbor dirt, making it challenging to meet hygiene standards.

With the advent of IP67-rated hygienic robots from various suppliers, we aim to evaluate whether these robots present a viable alternative for our operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will analyze the limitations and challenges of using IP67-rated hygienic robots in meat processing. Your tasks will include determining the feasibility and potential benefits, verifying if there is a valid business case for these robots, designing and implementing field experiments to test the robots, and preparing a detailed report summarizing your research and experimental findings.

Set up project plan including activities, time, cost, risks. Review current system. Create a program of requirements. Validate program of requirements with stakeholders. Create Value Proposition / Business Case for the customer and for Marel. Develop prototype with the team including mechanical design, hardware and software. Create test specification for a field test.

Who We Are

Marel is a global leader in advanced processing systems for the poultry, meat, and fish industries. With 7,500 employees in over 30 countries, we work towards sustainable and efficient food processing. We offer you the opportunity to explore your ideas, grow, and make a meaningful contribution to our organization.

The Department

Innovation – Sustainment & Maintenance

The department Sustainment & Maintenance is responsible for the product portfolio that is Free For Sale. This means we are maintaining to uphold the lifecycle of the product, sustaining to extend the lifecycle of a product and give advice to end the lifecycle of the product. Key activities are standardization & modularization, develop retrofits and modification packages according to our Product Development Process with all required deliverables.

What We Offer:

• A monthly internship allowance of €400, based on a 40-hour week.
• A travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth, including access to LinkedIn Learning.
• All necessary resources to get started, including a quality work laptop.
• Two vacation days per month!

Who Are You?

• You are following a technical HBO/Master study and looking for a challenging graduation assignment.
• Team player, who works well in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience with or knowledge of 3D design tools. Preferred is Solidworks.
• Result-driven approach.

Excited?

Do you see yourself joining Marel and contributing to the future of the food industry? Send your details to Cynthia Ding at Cynthia.ding@marel.com. We look forward to working with you!