Automation

6 considerations before automating

10/14/2021

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Despite the benefits, CNC automation does not have a one-size-fits-all solution. Here's what to know before you automate.

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Robotics Results: RoboJob-USA Turn Assist Essential i, Schunk 3-finger gripper on Haas ST-30

This video supplement to the Robotics Results column in the October 2021 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine features the RoboJob-USA Turn Assist Essential i model with a Schunk three-finger gripper on a Haas Automation St-30 CNC machine. The setup helped a shop increase productivity 48%.

Craig Zoberis, founder and president of Fusion OEM/RoboJob-USA, Burr Ridge, Illinois, writes the Robotics Results column for CTE and supplies monthly video clips demonstrating different automation solutions.

Edge fracturing stamped out

09/23/2021

Drag finishing system doubles stamping tool life

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Standardized approach to cellular machining

09/09/2021

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Alan Richter

Methods Machine Tools Inc. targets standard automation packages for its work cells.

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Work cells made to serve

09/14/2021

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Alan Richter

JR Machine Inc. uses cellular machining to add valueto customers’ components while boosting the bottom line.

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Benefits of horizontal CNC machining

Changing a three-axis machining process from a vertical machining center (VMC) to a horizontal machining center (HMC) offers many benefits.

Gunning for deep holes

09/02/2021

Author:

William Leventon

The UNE series of gundrilling machines are a good fit for high-volume/low-mix or low-volume/high-mix manufacturing environments.

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Mastercam 2022 on display at Eastec

West Ohio Tool expands automated production capacity

Custom PCD and carbide cutting-tool maker West Ohio Tool has enhanced its production capabilities with the addition of two Walter Helitronic Power 400 SL tool grinding machines with ECO Loader Plus automation for unattended loading.

Automation adoption not automatic

Whether you're new to automation or looking to further the use of automation by implementing cellular machining, standard automation packages are cost-effective and increase throughput, according to Zachary S. Spencer, automation manager of robotics for Methods Machine Tools Inc. in Sudbury, Massachusetts.