AUTOMATION

Bar Feeders

Accudyne EZ-Puller Bar Puller Offers Expanded Capacity for Automation

This auto-adjusting bar puller provides optimal gripping force regardless of bar size or shape.

Automation

How AI Will Revolutionize Your Business: 11 Predictions

Artificial Intelligence is already revolutionizing manufacturing. Small- and medium-sized businesses that ignore its impact do so at their own peril.

Automation

ABB Expands Portfolio with Stronger, Faster, More Capable Cobots

These cobots are designed to be easy to use and configure, thereby expanding automation into a variety of high-growth industries.

Automation

4 Questions About Cobot Integration

Many shops appreciate that cobots are easy to program and enable collaborative operation, but there might still be questions about how to install them.
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Automation

Mitsubishi LoadMate Robotic Cell Streamlines Parts Loading, Unloading

Machine Tending Robotic Cell features portability, easy setup and programming, high performance and safety layout for both job shops and larger scale production environments.

Automation

Production Machining’s April 2021 News Highlights

Industry edges its way back to near normal with the in-person Deburring Expo planned for Oct. 12-14, 2021, in Karlsruhe, Germany. Other news includes Zeiss’ Facility Engineering Award, Seco Tools’ virtual showcase for precision medical manufacturing, FANUC’s online cobot training and more.

Automation

Method Machine Tools’ JobShop Cell Pro Offers Multiple Infeed, Outfeed Options

System includes a RoboDrill D21SiBadv Vertical Machining Center Series, which has several different pre-engineered end-of-arm and infeed/outfeed options for a range of part and capacity requirements for medium-volume applications.

Automation

Small Conveyors for a Machine Shop’s 24/7 Needs

The modular, compact and portable design of the Lite Series conveyors make them easy to integrate with existing equipment and easy to move around when jobs or processes change frequently.

Turning Machines

Mazak QT-Ez Turning Centers Offer Easy Automation Integration

The QT-Ez Series has been designed for a range of automation solutions — from simple bar feeders and parts catchers to full cooperative robot installations.

Automation

Quick-Change Robotic Arm Gripper Offers Part-Holding Flexibility

Kurt Workholding’s RV36 Gripper is a quick-change robotic arm gripper that saves space and improves efficiency with quick-change, customizable jaws and custom accessories.