Automation
Automation Advances at FANUC 2017 Private Show
Updates unveiled at the company’s annual event promote higher-volume production, easier programming and better monitoring capability across product lines.
Read MoreGreat Technology + Great People = Outstanding Parts
These words explain the logic—and the passion—that drives applications of automation in manufacturing. Sadly, many pundits don’t get this.
Read MoreKeep an Eye on AI
Big data is just the beginning. In the future, optimizing the system will be a function of the system itself.
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The Key to Success with Flexible Machining Cells Is People
This aerospace component manufacturer is committed to flexible machining cells for producing complex parts for the latest commercial airliner programs. Its newest cell adds both capacity and capability—and takes the company to a new level of commitment.
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ABB, IBM Partner to Combine Automation, AI for Manufacturing
The partnership is intended to provide Internet-of-Things platforms combining ABB Ability and IBM Watson for such applications as automated quality control.
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Sandvik Coromant Signs Strategic Research Agreement with Parc, a Xerox Company
The agreement gives Sandvik Coromant a stake in Silicon Valley research and development of automation capabilities for subtractive manufacturing.
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Modular Machine Decouples Material Handling, Processing Units
Concept Laser’s “AM Factory of Tomorrow” concept combines multiple machines and systems to enable automated, digitized and interlinked industrial series production.
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Bar Pullers: A Lower-Capacity Alternative to Bar Feeders
For shops with limited space or funds, a bar puller may provide an effective and accessible way to automate a lathe.
Read MoreDie Sinker EDM With Automated Loading/Unloading
Eastec 2017: In addition to unveiling a new high-performance milling machine, GF Machining Solutions will showcase the Form 20 die sinker EDM paired with the WorkPartner 1+ automation system to increase productivity through automatic electrode and parts loading and unloading.
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Video: Pez Dispensers and Porcupines
Automation takes work. In this case, the challenge was ensuring zero-defect production without slowing the two-part-per-second through-feed grinding process.
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