Turnkey closure systems and robotic automation for global automotive production
 

Automated Robotic Tooling for Automotive Manufacturing

Driven by more than 75 years of automotive engineering excellence.

 

As automotive manufacturing continues to advance, Modern Body Engineering (MBE) leads the industry through innovation in robotic automation, closure systems, and precision tooling. Our skilled engineering and manufacturing teams bring decades of experience in robotic hemming, EOAT design, and closure assembly—helping shape the future of global vehicle production through quality, performance, and craftsmanship.

MBE Standard Robotic Hemming & Closure Components

MBE designs and manufactures a complete portfolio of robotic hemming and closure tooling, including:

  • Robotic end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) — welded and tinker-bolted designs

  • Robotic gauge nests and checking fixtures for dimensional verification

  • Die-based foundry tooling for automotive closure applications

  • Precision sliding-fit EOAT components for high-accuracy robotic systems

These production-ready components are engineered for durability, accuracy, and repeatable performance in high-volume automotive manufacturing environments.

 
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Precision Machining & Tooling for Automotive Manufacturing

Part Certification, SPC & Gage Calibration Services

MBE provides full-service part certification, statistical process control (SPC), and gage calibration services traceable to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards. Our quality systems support automotive manufacturing, robotic tooling, and precision-machined components with documented accuracy and repeatability.

CNC Machining, Prototyping & Production Support

MBE specializes in CNC machining for automotive tooling, automation components, and robotic systems — supporting one-off prototypes, pre-production builds, and short-run production. Our capabilities include custom work holding tooling, automation parts, and high-precision machining such as hard turning up to 65 Rc, advanced threading, and 4th-axis CAM programming.

We also provide part process development and design consultation to optimize manufacturability, accuracy, and production performance.

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  • MITUTOYO B231 CMM INSPECTION MACHINE

    MORI SEIKI SL5 CNC TURNING CENTER

    16” Dia x 42” Lg Shaft Capacity
    23” Dia Chuck Capacity

    MORI SEIKI SL25A CNC TURNING CENTER (2)

    9” Dia x 24” Lg Shaft Capacity
    15” Dia Chuck Capacity

    MORI SEIKI SL 150 MCS W/ LIVE TOOLS SUB SPINDLE & BAR FEEDER

    MORI SEIKI SL25B CNC TURNING CENTER (3)

    MORI SEIKI SL203 MSC W/ LIVE TOOLS SUB SPINDLE & BAR FEEDER

    MORI SEIKI ZL25 4 Axis CNC TURNING CENTER

    12” Dia x 29 Lg Shaft Capacity
    15” Dia Chuck Capacity

    LANSING LATHE W/ READOUTS

    24” Dia x 80” Lg Shaft Capacity
    32” Dia Chuck Capacity

    MORI SEIKI NL1500 MSC W/ LIVE TOOLS SUB SPINDLE & BAR FEEDER

    MORI SEIKI ZL153 MSC W/ LIVE TOOLS SUB SPINDLE & BAR FEEDER

    MORI SEIKI NV5000 CNC MACHINING CENTER

    20” x 40” Travel with Rotary Table

    MORI SEIKI 503 CNC MACHINING CENTER

    20” x 30” Travel with Rotary Table

    MORI SEIKI 500 MACHINING CENTER

    20” x 40” Travel “X” and “Y”
    30 Tool Changer

    MAKINO 156 CNC MACHINING CENTER

    24” x 60” Travel “X” and “Y”
    16” Swing Full 4th Axis
    30 Tool Changer

    MAKINO FNC 73 MACHINING CENTER

    18” x 30” Travel “X” and “Y”

    MAKINO GF12 MACHINING CENTER

    48” x 66” Travel “X” and “Y”
    30 Tool Change

    SHARPE QVM MILL W/ PROTOTRAK CNC CONTROL

    BRIDGEPORT MILLS 3 W/ PROTOTRAK CNC CONTROL (5)

    DEVLIEG JIG MILL 4H60

    48” x 60” Travel with 24” Walter Tilt Rotary Table

    CINCINNATI UNIVERSAL OD / ID GRINDER

    13” x 40” Lg Capacity

    OKAMOTO #ACC 12-24D WET GRINDER

    12” x 24” Lg Capacity

    REID SURFACE GRINDER

    6” x 18” Lg Capacity

    PARKER MAJESTIC SURFACE GRINDER (3)

    6” x 18” Lg Capacity

    PARKER MAJESTIC No.1 EXTERNAL GRINDER

    PARKER MAJESTIC 12” x 16” INTERNAL GRINDER

    AMADA AUTOMATIC BANDSAW MACHINES MODEL HA16S (2)

    16” Dia Capacity

    TARUS RUBY-TOUCH-PROBE CMM INSPECTION CENTER

    8' X 5.5' X 5.5' Starrett Granit Base

    TARUS HIGH SPEED 3 AXIS VERTICAL MILLING CENTER

    6.5' X 5' X 3' Travels

    HAAS TM2P HIGH SPEED 3 AXIS VERTICAL MILLING CENTERS (2)

    3' X 1' X 1' Travels

    HYDMECH SERIES III AUTOMATIC BANDSAW MACHINE

    16" Dia Capacity

Modern Body Engineering (MBE) operates a full suite of advanced manufacturing equipment and precision machining tools to support robotic closure system design, prototyping, tooling, and production. Our in-house capabilities enable high-accuracy component manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and production-ready tooling for automotive closure and robotic automation systems.

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Need tooling designed for real automotive production?

Modern Body Engineering (MBE) designs and delivers robotic tooling, end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), hemming tools, and integrated automation systems for automotive manufacturing. Our Detroit-based engineering and tooling teams support OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers from early concept and DFM through tool build, integration, and production launch.

By combining U.S.-based engineering with global tooling resources, MBE provides precision-built, production-ready robotic tooling optimized for high-volume closure and vehicle assembly programs.

Connect with our team to discuss your robotic tooling, closure systems, or upcoming vehicle program.

Sales & Engineering Inquiries
+1 (248) 588-8080
contact@mbe.us.com