By mechantronic is meant all the component parts, the products and the systems that bring together in a synergic way the mechanical, electronic and information technology and system control parts in order to achieve operation that is as intelligent and economical as possible and which favours the best possible integration with human beings.

The aim is to increase productivity, upgrade quality and cut operating costs.

Starting in 2001, AST system automation began extending the skills of its labour force by acquiring the services of expert mechanical engineers.

In 2003 came the close cooperation with LENZE for fitting particular and personalised servosystems.