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Shop Floor Automation Solutions
Predator Software updates from Shop Floor Automations provide specific solutions for machine monitoring, DNC communication, CNC program editing, document control and tool management.
Innovative Caliper Set, Automating Ironworker Operations
The TigerSPC caliper set from TigerStop easily measures parts up to 16 ft.
NC Controlled Feed Systems Increase Production and Save Money
With an NC Controlled Feed System from Dake, any semi-automatic ironworker, cold saw, drill press, or punching machine can easily be turned into a fully automatic production tool.
FABTECH 2016 Sneak Preview: Forming & Fabricating
The 2016 edition of FABTECH is on track to be one of the largest metal fabrication events ever at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas from November 16-18. This special sneak peek provides technical reviews of some of the machinery, tooling, systems and accessories that will be exhibited in the Forming & Fabricating Pavilion to help you get a head start on navigating the show floor and managing your time while you’re there.
Universal Robots Names New President
Jürgen von Hollen takes over leadership of the company.
Next Generation Safety Certified Robot Monitoring Software
SafeMove2 from ABB Robotics integrates safety features directly into the robot controller, such as cutting-edge safe speed limits, safe standstill monitoring, safe axis ranges and position, and orientation supervision.
FANUC America Appoints New President and CEO
Mike Cicco is responsible for all of the company’s operations in North and South America.
ABB Appoints New Head of Discrete Automation and Motion
Sami Atiya joins their executive committee as the president of the Discrete Automation and Motion division.
Yaskawa Mexico Hires General Manager
Germán Villalobos is responsible for the company’s strategic direction and sales growth in Mexico.
Yaskawa Motoman Demonstrates Career Opportunities to Students
In recognition of National Robotics Week, students toured their facility to learn about industrial robotics and many related career path opportunities.
Automated Deburring of Mission-Critical Parts
Burrs cannot be part of the equation in mission-critical part applications. Here are some ways to switch from manual to automated deburring to improve part-to-part consistency and quality, produce more parts per shifts and increase uptime, and reduce labor costs and time lost to operator injuries.
Automating Special Surface Finishing Tasks
Demand is growing for defined finishing of single, high value parts with complex or freeform surfaces that cannot touch each other during the process. Here are some fully automated systems that perform all-around surface treatment of parts, target specific surface areas for finishing, and guarantee absolute repeatable finishing results for each part.
