Automation
CAM Software Offers Automation Intelligence
Geometric Technologies offers CAMWorks 2010 and DFMPro version 2.1.
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Fixtures Facilitate Transfer Line Automation
Replacing fixtures in an automated transfer line with robot-integrated models from Kurt Manufacturing helped this tier one automotive manufacturer eliminate issues with part distortion and expand production.
Read MoreSpindle Probes Can Automate Trial Machining
An often-overlooked use for spindle probes is in trial machining applications. These applications are useful when a setup person is worried that the cutting tool might not machine a tight-tolerance workpiece attribute correctly on the first try. In this case, an adjustment will be made (commonly using an offset) to ensure that excess material will be left on the attribute.
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Let’s Go to the (Automation) Video
While visiting shops to gather info and take photos for stories, I and the other MMS editors also look for neat processes that lend themselves to helpful video.
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Non-Slip Urethane Grippers
The company offers an array of clamps, fixturing accessories and machine tool components suited for OEM, machine, forming and fabricating shops.
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Software Simulates Automation On Stand-Alone Mitsubishi Lasers
DiamondMine automation software, which is designed exclusively for Mitsubishi Laser by Ncell Automation, is said to increase overall efficiency by giving shop owners real-time production feedback on their stand-alone lasers. The software standard provides snapshots of operations and processes in real-time so owners and shop floor operators can monitor and adjust machine performance and proactively remove non-value-added processes.
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A Significant Cell
Manual loading of heavy housings was this manufacturer’s prime bottleneck. It had limited experience with automated cells, but decided to install a big one. A look at the manufacturer’s $13 million cell reveals an intriguing layout and blend of technologies.
WatchDual-Arm Robot Handles Heavy Parts
Motoman’s SDA10D robot is said to provide the reach, payload, speed, performance and flexibility required to perform various assembly, handling, machine tending, packaging and part transfer applications.Both robot arms can work together on one task to double the payload or handle heavy parts, trays or pallets.
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CNC Bar Pullers For Low-Cost Automation
Royal Products says its range of CNC bar pullers can automate virtually any CNC lathe or turning center freeing operators to handle other tasks.
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Short Bar Loader For CNC Lathe Automation
Edge Technologies’ Rebel Ecofeed is a compact bar loader that features a 5- to 65-mm-diameter capacity range for feeding spindle-length round, square, hexagonal and shaped barstock into CNC lathes.
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