Automated Machine Tending Solutions Maximize Your Production Capabilities
Robotic machine tending of single and multiple machines has become easier to justify due to advancements in technology. Lights-out production improves spindle utilization and throughput can be increased by up to 38%. Secondary operations such as inspection, labeling, cleaning and packaging can also be incorporated into your machine tending solution, maximizing automation benefits and ROI.
Advancements in Technology:
- Camera vision systems
- Inspection systems
- Robot software
- CNC machine to robot interface
- End-of-arm-tooling quick-change components
Critical System Considerations:
- Machine cycle times
- Average lot sizes
- Annual part quantities
- Method of raw part presentation
- Finished parts disposition requirements
- End-of-Arm-Tooling
- Robot payload & reach requirements
PRI has integrated robots with the following CNC Machine Tools:
- Horizontal machines- Stand alone and pallet systems (FMS)
- Vertical machining centers
- Lathes
- Stamping presses
- Surface grinders
- Heat treat – Induction and laser
- Wire EDM
- CD – Stud welding
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