# 2.2.5.3 Automation vs Manual Assembly

> From: LOCTITE®X Digital Manual for Bonding (https://www.loctitex.com/en/manuals/bonding/2.2.5.3-automation-vs-manual-assembly/)

##### 2.2.5.3 Automation vs Manual Assembly

Determining the most suitable production process is based on multiple parameters. The daily production rate is generally a good starting point.

Joining methods should be compatible with automation machines and robots to keep up with the production demands. For example, welding and adhesive bonding can be automated simultaneously on the same production line, while assembling fasteners and adhesive bonding cannot be easily automated.

_Figure 58 Closeup of weld line on aluminium metal parts and adhesive bonded joint_

![Figure 58 Closeup of weld line on aluminium metal parts and adhesive bonded joint](/en/manuals/bonding/assets/img/joint-weld-similar-substrate-cost.jpg)

![Figure 58 Closeup of weld line on aluminium metal parts and adhesive bonded joint](/en/manuals/bonding/assets/img/joint-bonded-dissimilar-subsrate-adhesive.jpg)

_Figure 59 Adhesive bonding can be easily automated on the production line_

![Figure 59 Adhesive bonding can be easily automated on the production line](/en/manuals/bonding/assets/img/adhesive-bonded-assembly-automated-robotic-dispense.jpg)

_Figure 60 Example of robots being used for welding in car manufacturing_

![Figure 60 Example of robots being used for welding in car manufacturing](/en/manuals/bonding/assets/img/robot-welding-automated-automotive-car-manufacturing.jpg)