AUTOMATION & ROBOTS

Automation & Robots

FANUC’s CRX-10iA Robot Raises the Bar in Collaborative Technology

The 10-kg-payload CRX-10iA and CRX-10iA/L provide a reach of 1,249 mm and 1,418 mm, respectively. 

Automation & Robots

Mitutoyo's Miscan Vision System Suitable for Difficult Imaging

The Miscan uses autonomous scanning, covering micro-form to large workpieces. It can use styli as small as 125 microns diameter to measure microscopic workpieces. 

Cutting Tools

Big Kaiser Moves Production of CAT50 Smart Damper for Milling to U.S., Expands Offering

The Smart Damper is a damping system that eliminates vibration to enable fine surface finishing and higher metal removal rates.

Bar Feeders

Ethernet Communications System Enables Interactivity Across LNS Product Lines

e-Connect enhances the performance of additional LNS products including chip and coolant management devices, high-pressure coolant and air filtration systems.

Turning Machines

Index Integrates iXcenter Automation Cell with C Series Turning Centers

Docked to the machine and easily slid aside to enable access to the work area, the cell supports automatic machine operation and manages raw material and finished parts.
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Automation & Robots

Suhner Quick Tool Change Options Allow Robot-Based Operations

The tool system offers a number of machine tools that can be mounted directly on the robot arm and ready for continuous use, the company says.

Bar Feeders

Tracer 65V/80V Large-Capacity Hydrodynamic Magazine Bar Feeder

The Tracer, from CNC Indexing & Feeding Technologies, can accommodate bars up to 12-feet long in diameters from 10 mm – 65 mm and to as much as 80 mm in diameter. The feeder holds multiple bars, depending on the diameter size.

Automation & Robots

FX Linear Tool Grinding Machine with Robot Loader

Features include linear motors on X and Y axes, an AM5000 control system and an HSK40 taper. Available as an option is the AR300 robot loader to automate repetitive manual tasks.

Automation & Robots

High Precision, Automated Clamping in Robotic Machining Cell

The motorized air vises provide consistent preset clamping force and programmability of the vise opening, if desired. 

Toolholders

QC-11 Automation Toolchanger Designed for Cobots

The QC-11 enables automatic exchange of robotic end-effectors without any manual intervention.
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