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CNC Machine Tending

Continuously manage the loading and unloading of your machinery with ease by using the Robotiq Machine Tending Solution. It’s a cost-effective, low-risk option designed for the swift automation of CNC milling and lathe machine processes.

Featuring a return on investment in just one year, Robotiq’s solution aids in recovering lost CNC runtime. This method simplifies automation by removing the necessity for custom programming or permanent changes to the CNC machine’s control panel. The hardware and software provided in the Robotiq Machine Tending Solution operate independently of the CNC machine and replicate the tasks of an experienced operator.

Robotiq software simplifies programming by providing visual guidance and offering simple action menus that speak the language of machinists. The solution offers pre-engineered configurations and automatically optimizes robot trajectories between waypoints, finding the quickest path and avoiding collisions.

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Manufacturers are all striving for increased output in minimal time. However, the ongoing global staffing difficulties can greatly impede this goal.

This is likely why many companies are turning to alternative solutions to automate repetitive, labor-intensive machine tending tasks, such as those found in CNC, injection molding, press brakes, and stamping brakes.

Collaborative robots, or cobots, are automation tools designed to carry out machine tending tasks alongside human operators. They help to address persistent labor shortages by providing high-quality and consistent outputs around the clock.

With operators redirected towards more valuable tasks, which reduce monotony and the risk of injury, businesses can lower staff turnover and boost employee satisfaction.

Cobots provide several benefits in machine tending.

These robots free up human labor from simple, repetitive tasks, enabling flexible allocation of workforce. This allows control over production costs and enhances product quality. Thanks to cobots, our product failure rate has dropped from 0.03% to 0.01%, and production efficiency has surged by 31%.

Benefits of Machine Tending with Cobots:

Enhanced Productivity:

Cobots can work continuously, helping businesses enhance efficiency by maximizing machine usage and reducing production downtime substantially.

Quick Return on Investment:

By increasing production and cutting operational expenses, businesses utilizing cobots can reduce costs and achieve a return on investment in just 6 to 9 months.