Automation
Automated Cell Enables Easier Operator Access
Methods Machine Tools offers the Lathe JobShop Cell, featuring its Nakamura-Tome AS-200 high-performance multitasking turning center with a single spindle and single turret in a compact, heavy duty machine.
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Robotic Bin-Picking Automation Effectively Channels Random Parts
Liebherr Automation offers a small-workpiece-handling robotic system with 3D software capable of removing randomly placed items from a container and accurately placing them in a machine or production line.
Read MoreRobot-Equipped Grinding Cell Reduces Cycle Time
Gosiger Automation offers a grinding cell that combines an Okuma GA-47 grinder with a FANUC robot that is equipped with a vision system.
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Advanced Technology Drives 40 Years of Manufacturing
Mazak has been manufacturing machine tools in Florence, Kentucky for 40 years. The growth and development of the production technology deployed in this plant reflect the most important advances in manufacturing during this span—from enhanced flexible manufacturing systems and multi-tasking part processing to automation and digital-driven manufacturing.
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Hobbing Machine's Integrated Automation Shortens Cycle Times
As part of Emag’s Modular Standard Machine line, the VLC 200 H hobbing machine features integrated automation and a vertical design to dry mill gears with a maximum diameter of 8" (200 mm) and module 4.
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Servo Terminal I/O Supports Short Cycle Times
Beckhoff Automation’s EL7201-0010 servo terminal supports One Cable Technology (OCT), combining power and feedback signals into one streamlined cable.
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Robot Eliminates WIP, Improves Efficiency
Automating loading/unloading of two new Mori Seiki lathes and a part wash/dry system with a FANUC robot from Automated Cells and Equipment enabled the company to eliminate an initial testing process as well as reduce labor and WIP.
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Manufacturing Cell Enables Large-Part Production
A "done-in-one" manufacturing cell for large part production consisting of an Orbitec 20 machine, an Integrex multitasking machine and a Palletech automation system is now available from Mazak.
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Modular Robotic Package Integrates with Turning Centers
In partnership with UltraTech Machinery, Emco Maier is offering its Factory Automation Solution, a modular, robot-based loading and unloading package designed for use with the company’s turning machines.
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Optical Rotary Encoders Suited to Dynamic Stages
Heidenhain's ERO 1200 and 1400 series of modular optical rotary encoders are designed for motion control use on dynamic stages and machines in the general automation or semiconductor industries, such as pick-and-place machines.
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