Automation
Collaborative Robots Load, Unload Machines Without Need for Barriers
Westec 2017: FANUC America will demonstrate machine load/unload with its CR-7iA table-top size collaborative robot equipped with iRVision.
Read MoreHalter CNC Robotics to Host Open House
The highlight of the event will be the company’s LoadAssistant line of universal robots for machine tool workpiece loading/unloading.
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VMCs Can be Connected to Form Smart Production Line
EMO 2017: Okuma will demonstrate its MU-S600V five-axis vertical machining center, which enables five-face machining of workpieces as large as 600 mm in diameter.
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Automated Pallet-Handling System Offers More Control, Adaptation
Makino has introduced a new design configuration for its MMC2 automated pallet-handling system, which enables full compatibility with the company’s a61nx-5E five-axis horizontal machining center.
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All-in-One Work-Handling System Moves Workpieces Weighing 450 kg
Hermle’s HS Flex work-handling system is designed as one complete unit to fit the C 250 and C 400 machining centers of the company’s Performance line, and the C 12, C 22, C 32 and C 42 models of the High Performance line.
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Automation Events Highlight Deburring
This tedious, costly and complex operation was one focus of two complementary, same-day events that covered virtually every aspect of industrial robotic automation.
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Robot Arm, Software Functions in Semi-Structured Environment
Westec 2017: Universal Robots will demonstrate its UR5 robot arm with Actin simulation software, part of the company’s Universal Robots+ platform featuring plug-and-play products for its robot arms.
Read MoreConference to Focus on Understanding, Implementing Industry 4.0 Technologies
The Integr8 conference will be hosted by the Michigan manufacturing association Automation Alley and will feature material revolving around eight “disruptive” technology areas related to advanced manufacturing.
Read MoreVMC Includes Four-Pallet Automation
EMO 2017: Matsuura Machinery will feature its MX-520 PC4, a four-pallet automated version of the MX-520 single-table, five-axis VMC, which was designed for customers seeking an automation solution.
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Turnkey CNC Emulator Brings Legacy Fadal CNCs Up to Speed
Power Automation America offers a Fadal turnkey retrofit operator panel, the PA FDL, based on emulation technology.
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