Automation

Automation

Lights-Out Machining and Long-Term Agreements Go Together

The value of a contractual agreement to keep on supplying the same part number to a customer is even greater than many shops realize.

Read More

High-Resolution Linear Encoders Improve Positioning Accuracy

Fagor Automation offers a line of linear encoders capable of 50-nm resolution.

Read More
Automation

Welding Robot for Use in High-Density Layouts

The MA1440 six-axis welding robot from Yaskawa Motoman offers a 6-kg payload, an improvement on the 3-kg payload of its MA1400 model, as well as a larger wrist hole for utilities and faster operation.

Read More
Automation

Mazak Midwest Event to Focus on Boosting Efficiency

The March open house will highlight complete machining systems including machining centers, automation equipment and cutting tools.

Read More
Grinding

Cylindrical Grinding Machine Tour Launches

United Grinding recently introduced its Studer S11 small-parts production grinding machine to the North American market on the USS Yorktown. You’ll soon be able to see it, too, as it embarks on an eight-city tour, which started Feb. 19.

Watch
Automation

Compact Cylindrical Grinding Machine for High Production

United Grinding recently introduced its Studer S11 small-parts production grinding machine to the North American market. An online video demonstrates an interesting cam-actuated loading system that’s available with the machine.

Watch
Automation

Robotics Collision Sensor Self-Resets After Crashes

The SR-48 robotic collision sensor from ATI Industrial Automation accommodates smaller payloads with a lower operating range.

Read More

CNC Retrofit Package Improves Reliability

Mitsubishi Electric Automation offers a retrofit package to replace control systems currently using Meldasmagic 64 controls.

Read More
Automation

Waterjet Trimming Cell Cuts Range of Materials

Jet Edge offers a series of intensifier pumps designed for use with robotic waterjet trimming cells from Alliance Automation.

Read More
Automation

Introducing GF Machining Solutions

Georg Fischer AG, the global industrial firm based in Switzerland, has a new name for the division that supplies well-known brands of electrical discharge machines, high speed milling, automation/tooling, spindles and more.

Read More