Automation
Walter Launches Metalworking Automation Service
Walter has partnered with a large network of North American system integrators and end-of-arm tool manufacturers to craft a turnkey automatization process.
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Q&A: How a Self-Taught Machinist Started His Own Business
This machinist found an opportunity in a niche market and decided to learn machining and create his own business. Here's how he did it.
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3 Lessons Job Shops Can Learn From Laser Cutters
This laser-cutting “job shop” designs its processes to make high-mix, low volume work profitable.
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Sodick Die-Sinker EDM Fits Range of Automation Needs
The Sodick ALG EDM series doubles motor response speed for the development of accurate, high-quality molds, and is equipped with automated features for continuous operations.
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Which Approach to Automation Fits Your CNC Machine Tool?
Choosing the right automation to pair with a CNC machine tool cell means weighing various factors, as this fabrication business has learned well.
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Takeaways From TASC
Across a range of technical presentations aimed at small and mid-sized job shops, the first-ever Automated Shop Conference (TASC) offered insights into several automated technologies, implementation strategies, shopfloor training tips, and even the untapped power of automated coolant delivery.
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Productive Robotics Welding Cobot Automates Repetitive Tasks
Westec 2023: Productive Robotics recently expanded its product line by introducing its new robotic welding systems.
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Automation Plus Capabilities Beyond Machining Featured at Mazak Event
Friction stir welding is one example of a capability for emerging applications that changes the scope of the machine tool. Here are observations from Mazak’s Discover 2023 event.
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Increasing OEM Visibility to Shopfloor Operations for the Win
A former employee of General Motors and Tesla talks about the issues that led to shutdowns on factory lines, and what small- to medium-sized manufacturers can do today to win business from large OEMs.
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JTEKT Technology Days Showcases Synergies
The event took place following the company’s completion of its new showroom and decision to merge several of its brands under the JTEKT name.
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