At Southern Tooling, we’re proud of the work we do for an increasingly competitive automotive market, but our capabilities extend far beyond it. What sets us apart is our ability to deliver high-quality automation solutions in the sub-$4 million range — a segment where many larger integrators struggle to compete on speed, flexibility, and attention to detail.

These projects are often the most important for manufacturers: targeted, high-impact automation upgrades that can be deployed quickly and scaled intelligently over time. And while this is our sweet spot, we also have the engineering depth, production capacity, and proven experience to execute major systems up to $5.5 million when the application calls for it. This combination of agility and horsepower allows us to serve customers across a wide spectrum of needs, from fast-turn single cells to fully engineered production platforms.

We design and build systems that serve the automotive sector, industrial manufacturing, medical devices, medical waste management, electronics and electrical components, and general manufacturing. Our customers often come to us when they need speed, flexibility, and real-world solutions that fit within tight budgets and timelines.

Automotive Automation

The automotive sector is where Southern Tooling has earned its reputation. From full production lines to specialized sub-assembly stations, we provide systems that improve quality, increase throughput, and meet the ever-tightening demands of automotive suppliers.

Our services include:

Full line design and build

  • Full Assembly R&D & production
  • Sub-assembly automation
  • Refurbishment of legacy equipment to extend asset life
  • Retooling systems for new product launches
  • Robotics integration for welding, handling, and assembly

Why customers choose us: Automotive suppliers operate in a hyper-competitive industry where time-to-launch can make or break a program. We’ve proven that we can design, machine, assemble, wire, program, and install multi-million-dollar lines in half the time of larger competitors. For Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, that speed equals competitive advantage.

Medical Device Automation

The medical device industry requires precision, cleanliness, and traceability. Every component must be built and tested to meet strict regulatory standards, and manufacturers must prove compliance at every stage of the process.

Southern Tooling supports this industry with:

  • High-precision assembly automation
  • Leak and function testing for QA/QC compliance
  • Camera-based inspection systems
  • Laser marking and traceability solutions
  • Clean and controlled automation environments

We understand that medical device companies need not only reliable machines, but also systems that document quality, ensure repeatability, and provide traceable data. By keeping everything in-house, we give customers confidence that the final system will meet FDA and ISO requirements.

Medical Waste Automation

As healthcare continues to grow, so does the need for safe, sanitary, and efficient medical waste handling. Manual handling is not only inefficient but also exposes employees to risk.

Our automation systems in this sector focus on:

  • Sanitary material handling and transport
  • Waste disposal automation for hospitals and labs
  • Robotics-assisted segregation of medical waste
  • Systems designed for compliance with strict health and safety regulations

We design systems that reduce human exposure to hazardous materials, improve efficiency, and ensure medical waste is handled with the highest degree of safety and accountability.

Electronics & Electrical Components

Electronics manufacturers face unique challenges: high mix, variable demand, and a need for precision handling at small scales. Whether it’s assembling electrical connectors or packaging sensitive components, automation can be the difference between profitability and costly rework.

Southern Tooling builds automation solutions that address:

  • Automated material handling for small or delicate components
  • Assembly systems with micron-level precision
  • Testing and QA systems for electrical continuity and functionality
  • Packaging solutions that protect fragile parts during shipping
  • Full traceability through marking, scanning, and data logging

For companies in this sector, flexibility is key. Our systems are built to handle rapid product changes, giving manufacturers the confidence to scale quickly without redesigning their entire operation.

General Manufacturing

Not every manufacturer is building cars or electronics, but every manufacturer faces similar pressures: rising labor costs, demand for higher throughput, and the need to stay competitive.

For general manufacturing, Southern Tooling specializes in:

  • Flexible automation systems that adapt to multiple product lines
  • Piecemeal upgrades to existing equipment for budget-conscious companies
  • Repurposable systems designed to evolve as needs change
  • Fast turnaround projects that deliver ROI without requiring full facility overhauls

Smaller companies in particular benefit from our approach. We thrive in the underserved market of sub-$4M projects, where automation can deliver massive efficiency gains without requiring an “all or nothing” investment.

Industrial Manufacturing

Industrial manufacturers operate in environments where reliability, durability, and uptime matter more than anything. From heavy equipment components to electromechanical assemblies, production demands are high, product mixes evolve, and systems must run consistently across multiple shifts. Southern Tooling delivers automation designed for rugged performance, long service life, and seamless integration with complex factory ecosystems.

Our capabilities in this sector include:

  • Automated material handling for heavy or irregular components
  • Assembly automation for pumps, motors, compressors, and mechanical subsystems
  • Functional, pressure, and endurance testing platforms
  • Robotic loading/unloading and machine tending
  • End-of-line packaging, inspection, and traceability systems

Why customers choose us: Industrial environments demand durable, low-maintenance automation that performs consistently. Southern Tooling delivers robust, scalable systems built with full in-house control of quality and lead time, ensuring reliable operation, easier maintenance, and long-term performance in real-world production conditions.