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Robotic Machine Tending for Optimized Operations
An increasing number of facilities are using flexible, portable robot platforms, which can be maneuvered throughout a factory to perform tasks. By robotically automating one or more elements on the shop floor, machine shops can not only increase productivity and OEE, but also realize a better ROI.
Hypertherm’s New Robotmaster Update Allows for Faster Programming of Robots
Hypertherm Inc. (Hanover, NH) has announced an update to its Robotmaster® software, which is used for offline programming of robots.
Manufacturers ‘Hire’ Robots at Hourly Rate
Formic Technologies Inc. (Chicago, IL) has launched as a company that provides robotics as a service. According to Formic, that means manufacturers can hire customized robots from top vendors at a low hourly rate and no upfront cost.
Beckhoff Automation Appoints New Regional Director for Eastern U.S.
Beckhoff Automation LLC (Savage, MN) has appointed Steve Rastberger to serve as regional director for the eastern U.S. following the retirement of Graham Harris.
MC Machinery Hires Charlie Bible as Regional Sales Representative for Fabrication Equipment
CNC machinery sales veteran Charlie Bible has joined MC Machinery Systems Inc. (Elk Grove Village, IL) as a regional sales representative for lasers, automation equipment, and press brakes.
Cincinnati Inc. Introduces a New Fiber Laser for High Volume Shops
Cincinnati Inc. (CI) has debuted a new, automation-ready fiber laser machine: the CLX.
Beckwood Press Fosters Continuous Growth with Personnel Moves
Beckwood Press Co. (St. Louis, MO), has promoted Josh Dixon to chief operating officer and has hired Brad Cook as director of operations. Beckwood makes hydraulic and servo-electric presses, automation systems, and the Triform line of precision forming equipment.
Seeing Double: How Smart Factories Use Digital Twins
Implementing digital twins in your shop allows you to understand what is happening in your machines now and in the future. The data allows you to extract meaning.
FANUC America Works to Address Shortage of Robotics and Automation Operators
FANUC America Corp. (Rochester Hills, MI) and the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) have aligned to co-market the stackability of their respective industry-recognized certifications.
High-Speed MPX1400 Adds Versatility to Line of Paint Robots
Yaskawa Motoman (Miamisburg, OH) has added the very fast, very robust, six-axis MPX1400 robot to the MPX-series of paint robot. Optimized to create smooth, consistent finishes, this model is well-suited for a variety of dispensing and coating applications.
Beckhoff Introduces Frequency Analysis Without Programming Requirements
TwinCAT Analytics now includes even more easy-to-configure functions for condition monitoring.
Beckhoff Automation Opens Milwaukee Office to Strengthen Business Development in Great Lakes Area
With a focus on freshwater conservation technologies, Beckhoff Automation LLC (Savage, MN) has officially opened its office in downtown Milwaukee inside the Global Water Center after a yearlong delay due to the pandemic.
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