Automation & Robots

Automation

Automate 2024 Recap: Software Accelerates Robotics

One of the biggest themes at Automate 2024 was the use of software to make robots easier to use and more efficient.

Watch
Automation

Custom Automation for a Multi-Spindle Turning Center

Machine tools capable of performing multiple functions and machining parts to completion are becoming the standard rather than the exception. Incorporating automation into these systems allows for extended periods of operation without the need for operator intervention.  

Watch
Software

Hexagon's AI-Powered Manufacturing Solution Reduces Programming Times

IMTS 2024: Hexagon presents the Esprit Edge, an AI-powered manufacturing solution that is designed to simplify CNC machining processes and reduce cycle times. 

Read More
Automation

A Means to Streamline Automation Communication

This software-centric technology aims to facilitate the connection between a robot and various other key elements of an automated, machine-tending process.

Read More
Automation

Simulated Complete Machining of EV Aluminum Inverter Cases

At EMO 2023 in Hannover, Germany, FANUC presented an automated manufacturing cell simulating the complete production and measurement of aluminum electric vehicle (EV) inverter cases.  

Watch
Automation

Chuck Jaws Achieve 77% Weight Reduction Through 3D Printing

Alpha Precision Group (APG) has developed an innovative workholding design for faster spindle speeds through sinter-based additive manufacturing.

Read More
Automation

Stäubli Appoints New Robotics Director for North America

Christopher Clark will provide sales, service and support for the full range of Stäubli customers in North America.

Read More
Automation

4 Bright Ideas for Effective Lights-Out Machining

Adopting lights-out machining involves considerations when a machine shop decides to move forward with the process. Here are some tips to a successful implementation.

Read More

Inside the Premium Machine Shop Making Fasteners

AMPG can’t help but take risks — its management doesn’t know how to run machines. But these risks have enabled it to become a runaway success in its market.

Read More
Workholding

The Value of Auto Adjust Magazine Bar Feeders

This bar feeder is designed to offer the flexibility to enable CNC turning centers to perform short-run work that would otherwise require frequent setups over a range of barstock diameters.

Read More
Reid Supply
SW
Marubeni Citizen CNC
SolidCAM
Techspex
Kyocera
World Machine Tool Survey
Star swiss-type automatic lathes
SW