Automation
Four-Axis Horizontal Machining Doubles Shop’s Productivity
Horizontal four-axis machining enabled McKenzie CNC to cut operations and cycle times for its high-mix, high-repeat work — more than doubling its throughput.
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Okuma Demonstrates Different Perspectives on Automation
Several machine tools featured at Okuma’s 2023 Technology Showcase included different forms automation, from robots to gantry loaders to pallet changers.
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Hypertherm Partners With Sofos Robotics on Offline Programming
Sofos Robotics uses Robotmaster to perform cell design, reach and feasibility studies, as well as programming services.
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How Automation Boosts Output in High-Mix Environments
Machine shops of almost any size and production mix can automate machining operations. The key is selecting the right technology to fit the need and working with a reliable supplier to deliver planned performance. The result will be more opportunities for your shop to increase capacity, revenue, and profit.
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168 Manufacturing's Coolant System Automates Delivery
PMTS 2023: FullShop systems monitor and replenish all CNC machine sumps with optimized top-off ratios before the coolant runs low.
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Grinding Technology Prepares Manufacturers for Business Challenges
Studer’s automation solutions, S100 flexible grinding machine and intelligent coolant system can help users with unattended machining, machining a range of workpieces and saving energy.
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NSK America Spindle System Supports Lights-Out Manufacturing
Eastec 2023: The iSpeed5 electric, high-speed motor/spindle uses a specially designed connection that can withstand coolant, chips, dust and other machining debris from contaminating the stop block.
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GF Machining Solutions Plans to Open New Medical Manufacturing Facility
The new center will provide medicamanufacturers with applications support and production technologies, including precision milling, EDM, laser texturing, micromachining and automation
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Trumpf Breaks Ground on Production Factory Expansion
The expansion will house sheet metal production and a smart factory to manufacture laser cutting, bending and welding machinery.
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Automation Solutions, Multitasking Machines Take Center Stage at Machine Fest 2023
Methods Machine Tools' Chicago-area Machine Fest saw over 15 live demos and more than 20 industry vendors over its two days, with a noticeable presence of automation solutions and multitasking machines.
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