Automation
10 Ways to Think Differently about Robotic Automation
Take another look: A lot is happening in and around robotic automation. What robots might mean for machining and manufacturing is getting ready to change.
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Can Blockchain Help Machine Shops Win Work?
The record-keeping system underlying cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin could automate the front office, secure intellectual property and plug data-driven manufacturers into increasingly data-driven supply chains.
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Three Ways to Make Vertical Machining Centers More Profitable
Should you go buy some robots to automatically load and unload your VMCs? Well, for the right kinds of production work, yes. For most shops, however, something more modest is probably in order. Here are some ideas.
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FlexArm Breaks Ground on Headquarters
FlexArm broke ground on its 53,000 square-foot Wapakoneta, Ohio, headquarters on September 17.
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Multitasking CNC Machines Cut Down on Work in Process
This pump manufacturer has integrated flexible multitasking machines and automation to maintain high production levels and flexibility.
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Labs Teach Students and Educators about Smart Manufacturing Technologies and More
For educators, classroom-style Learning Labs offer instruction on smart manufacturing technologies and high-end technology, and students can interact with equipment on the show floor’s smaller Learning Labs.
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Liebherr Showcases Part Recognition Technology
Liebherr is showing off a vision system for its automation platform that provides accurate part recognition at 0.5-millimeter accuracy.
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Dual-Gripper, Carbon-Fiber End Effector Increases Robot Productivity
All Axis Robotics has introduced a dual-gripper, carbon-fiber end effector for collaborative robots in the metal fabrication industry.
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New Erowa SmartChucks Make Workholding Industry 4.0-Ready
Erowa unveils smart workholding and automation products at IMTS.
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New Okuma Hybrid Brings New Possibilities in Additive, Five-Axis and New Materials
The machine stands as an example of process automation within a booth showing other automation examples such as adjacent machine tools performing trunnion-to-trunnion handoff.
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