In today's rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, job shops face unique challenges stemming from a severe labor shortage and the growing demand for faster job setup times. This presentation delves into the crucial importance of automation for job shops and highlights ProCobots as a provider of high-mix, low-volume automation solutions.
The discussion begins by addressing the pressing issue of labor shortage, which has compelled job shops to seek efficient and cost-effective alternatives. One of the key solutions lies in the extremely fast job setup time offered by automation systems, which streamline processes and reduce reliance on manual labor. The benefits of collaborative robots (cobots) over traditional industrial robots are also highlighted, emphasizing their versatility, safety, and ease of integration into existing workflows.
This presentation showcases ProCobots as a provider of effective high-mix, low-volume automation, pointing to how it can cater to the diverse needs of job shops that handle a wide range of parts and projects. Throughout the presentation, attendees are taken through the step-by-step process of automating a part for a Hurco CNC mill using ProCobots' automation software. From initial planning to seamless integration with the Hurco control, participants gain valuable insights into how automation can revolutionize job shops and drive efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
By showcasing real-world examples and practical applications, this presentation aims to inspire job shop owners and operators to embrace automation as a strategic imperative for staying competitive in today's dynamic manufacturing environment.
Agenda:
- Why automation?
- Collaborative robots vs. industrial robots
- Why ProCobots: system components and the Hurco Automation Job Manager
