Bar Feeders Evolve to Interconnectivity
Bar feeding continues to broaden its contributions to making turned parts faster and better. Ethernet interconnectivity can be the next step to increased profitability.
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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.
Universal Robots-Phillips Partnership Eases Integration with Haas CNC Machine Tools
“We expect this new partnership to fast-track cobots in this sector, with significant advantages for manufacturers.”
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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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.
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.
Improper Cobot Integration Can Cost $86,000 per Shift Operation
Cobots can improve efficiency, innovation and growth, but companies that buy them without well-defined objectives could be wasting a lot of money.
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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.
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.
4 Key Criteria for Industrial Drive Specification
With automation shaping the landscape for industrial drive selection, it is vital for machine tool manufacturers to understand defining specification criteria.