- thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions joins IPAI to access AI technologies and research.
- The company is expanding its market presence in the US and Southeast Asia.
- AI-based systems are used for detecting surface defects and monitoring welding quality.
- IPAI Campus construction in Heilbronn began in 2025, with completion by 2027.
Strategic Partnership
thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions has joined the Innovation Park Artificial Intelligence (IPAI) to enhance its focus on intelligent manufacturing. This membership provides access to AI technologies, research initiatives, and collaboration with industry and academic partners.
Global Expansion
The company is expanding its market presence in the United States and Southeast Asia, aiming to unlock new customer segments beyond the automotive industry. This move is part of its strategy to transition from plant engineering to smart manufacturing solutions.
AI Integration
thyssenkrupp is actively integrating AI into its manufacturing processes. Current applications include self-learning AI systems for detecting surface defects on body components and piloting AI-based acoustic monitoring for real-time quality checks in welding operations.
IPAI Campus Development
The IPAI Campus in Heilbronn is under construction, with completion expected by 2027. This facility aims to be a central hub for AI innovation, supporting the development of responsible AI solutions in collaboration with various stakeholders.
