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FANUC and Cyan Tec Bring MTC’s Vision of Large-scale Robotic Laser Cutting Cell to Life

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Constructed by system integrator Cyan Tec Systems, the demonstration cell comprises a 12m x 4m cutting table and, from FANUC UK, a six-axis robot, a computerised numerical control (CNC) system for the flatbed, and the laser, all contained within a laser-secure enclosure. x 9m, but the space requirements go even further.

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Finding Skilled Labor Through Partnerships and Benefits

Modern Machine Shop

The shop has recently hired machinists from Workshops for Warriors, a San Diego-based nonprofit that provides training and the opportunity to earn credentials in trades like CNC machining to veterans and military service members. “Working in the aerospace industry, it’s not easy,” Arant says.

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How industry can realise the benefits of advanced technology

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The trade of welding conjures up images of dirty, dark workshops full to the brim with traditional tools and machinery prone to throwing off sparks and fumes. Increasingly, Australia’s world-class welding workshops are light and bright, and fitted out with some of the most advanced technology available. The power of Industry 4.0,

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FANUC and Cyan Tec bring MTC’s vision of large-scale robotic laser cutting cell to life

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Constructed by system integrator Cyan Tec Systems, the demonstration cell comprises a 12m x 4m cutting table and, from FANUC UK, a six-axis robot, a computerised numerical control (CNC) system for the flatbed, and the laser, all contained within a laser-secure enclosure. FANUC was the clear choice for automation partner on this project.

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Zoller Automation Event Will Showcase Digital Transformation

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Pierre, principal manufacturing engineer at GKN Aerospace and owner of Benchmark Manufacturing Solutions Keith Grillot, sales manager at ANCA CNC Machines Christopher Townsend, instructor and advisor at Eagle Manufacturing The theme of Automation Days — Automate. .

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Australian made components bound for orbit

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The company has been supported by the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub, which is funded by the Queensland Government, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Urban Arts Project and the Innovation Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (IMCRC).

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Olsen Actuators Awarded Contract for the British Army’s Challenger 3 Tank

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The contract has helped Olsen Actuators, an SME based in Warrington, to employ four new permanent staff in senior technical positions, re-open the graduate recruitment scheme, retain all existing roles and helped instigate a move to a larger main office with an integrated workshop.