PIA Automation GmbH

PIA Automation GmbH, trading as PIA Group, was established in 1963 and is headquartered in Bad Neustadt an der Saale, Bavaria, Germany (Theodor-Jopp-Str. 6, 97616 Bad Neustadt a.d.Saale). Over six decades, PIA has grown into one of the world's leading automation specialists with more than 8,700 completed projects, approximately 1,850+ employees, and 12 networked locations across Europe, North America, and Asia. Annual revenue is estimated at approximately $490 million.

PIA Group designs, engineers, and manufactures customized assembly systems, automated production lines, precision measurement systems, and testing machines for technically complex and economically demanding production environments. The company positions itself as a global system integrator delivering end-to-end automation solutions from concept through commissioning.

Core market segments include automotive powertrain and e-mobility components (electric and hybrid drive modules, safety systems, ADAS sensor and camera assembly and testing), healthcare and medical device manufacturing (high-speed assembly with strict quality requirements), consumer goods, and green energy. PIA's ADAS product line specifically focuses on automated assembly and functional testing of camera modules, radar sensors, and lidar units used in advanced driver assistance systems.

PIA builds sophisticated production systems integrating robotics, vision systems, servo-driven assembly, and data-driven quality management. The company operates as a system integrator, combining best-in-class components with proprietary automation software and control architecture to deliver turnkey manufacturing cells and lines. PIA's U.S. operations (PIA Automation US Inc.) serve North American automotive and medical customers.

The company has participated in trade shows including Automatica Munich. Its customer base spans tier-1 automotive suppliers, major OEMs, medical device manufacturers, and consumer electronics producers.