Modern Machine Shop

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The robotic test bed at Carnegie Mellon’s Manufacturing Futures Institute (MFI) features small Yaskawa robotic arms, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and light curtains for safety. The Lego bricks are part of the MFI’s robotic test bed, where researchers can test and study cutting-edge robotic applications.

Robotics

i4.0 today

JULY 2, 2024

Autonomous and without statutory break times – Robots can offer real value to carpentry workshops and boost production. Yet, this trade is not exempt from digitalisation and automation through the use of robots. By the late 1990s, the first high-performance assembly lines with robotic loading had hit the market.

Robotics

The Fabricator

APRIL 10, 2024

Mazak’s SMART CELL robotic sorting system is compatible with Mazak’s flat sheet laser-cutting machines and can be integrated as a standalone solution or with automated storage towers for continuous production. Discover more.

Automation

Granta Automation

JUNE 3, 2024

When using an automated palletising system, keeping production running during pallet changeovers is often essential for high-speed production lines.

Automation

Motion Control Tips

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Netzer has introduced the new VLM-60 multi-turn, hollow-shaft absolute rotary encoder, the ideal solution for smooth and continuous production with limited space. The VLM-60 multi-turn encoder from Netzer is an extremely low profile, hollow-shaft absolute rotary encoder.

Continuous Production

Robotics Automation News

JUNE 14, 2023

However, the industry faces various challenges that require strategic solutions for the continuous production of high-quality medical products. Medical plastic injection molding companies play a critical role in supplying the healthcare industry with reliable and safe medical devices and equipment.

Continuous Production

Automation Mag

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

According to an Electromate press statement, the product is suitable for smooth and continuous production with limited space. It is designed for use in multi-axis machinery, servo motors machine tools or robots, and process machine manufacturing.

Continuous Production

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Revolutionizing Warehousing and Production Successful reshoring requires state-of-the-art warehousing and production capabilities. Domestic production can lack the economies of scale that offshore operations enjoy. Modernizing these facilities means embracing automation and flexible manufacturing strategies.

Supply Chain

Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The launch of new, adaptable and flexible machine tending products is essential for handling the diverse needs of different production lines in a wide range of manufacturing industries. Continuous productivity is ensured with minimal maintenance requirements and gear units that never need lubricant change.

Robotics

Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 3, 2024

tube and pipe lasers SMART CELL 6-axis robot utilizes interchangeable magnetic and suction cup grippers to sort laser-cut parts, load raw material, and remove remnant material. Mazak’s lineup of tube/pipe lasers include machine options specific for small to medium diameter tube production and large, structural applications.

Automation

Mold Making Technology

APRIL 3, 2024

Robot End Effectors Cobots, pick-and-place robots and other automation can make plastics processing more productive, but in most cases these additions require specialized end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) and other fixturing. 3D printing can be applied to produce vacuum grippers and other specialized end effectors for handling parts.

3D printing

Trimantec

AUGUST 30, 2021

robots, co-robots, and the Internet of Things (IoT). American manufacturers will need to play catch-up in order to continue growing and speeding re-shoring opportunities. Decreasing robot costs and increasing labor costs are encouraging automation in the U.S. Continuous production includes in sequence product variables.

Industry 4.0

Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

www.hyperthermassociates.com Smart Cell Robot can be Customized to Accommodate Your Shop The SMART CELL robotic sorting system from Mazak Optonics utilizes a 6-axis industrial robot and an innovative design to deliver high performance. Mazak Optonics Corp.

Automation

Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Yulga said that DoALL Sawing Products control systems integrate with other manufacturers equipment; for instance, the Dual Column Dual Swivel (DCDS) 750 CNC integrates with an ABB robot. The robot takes a cut piece to an engraving machine and stacks the final part. “We

Robotics

iBASEt

APRIL 26, 2023

This digital suite connects the shop floor to the top floor to ensure high quality, consistent practices, continuous product and process improvement, and embedded compliance with process standards including ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100, and FDA’s 21 CFR Part 11 and Part 820.

Six Sigma

Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 1, 2024

These features, in combination with the ability to use laser powers from 3 kW-to-20 kW, make it a highly flexible and productive machine. Two flat sheet laser machines and an automation system featuring robotic sorting will be on display. RapidFire Retriever®: Back again in 2024!

Form

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Bushu Pharma continues to invest in the latest technologies, introducing automated guided forklifts and humanoid dual-arm collaborative robots to enhance efficiency, boost productivity, and ensure high safety and quality standards.

Pharmaceutical