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Hypertherm Updates Robotmaster to Enhance User Experience
Hypertherm has released a new version of its Robotmaster software for offline programming of robots.
Lucifer Furnaces Customizes Box Furnace for Annealing Small Loads
Lucifer designed a small box furnace for annealing parts in response to a manufacturer of RF/microwave components.
FANUC Expands Line of High-Performance SCARA Robots
FANUC has expanded its line of SCARA robots to offer more reach and payload options for processes such as assembly, packaging, pick and place, and inspection.
BLM Group Adds 10-kW Capability to Sheet Lasers
BLM Group has added a 10-kW fiber laser source as an option for the LS5 and LC5 flat sheet laser cutters.
Robot Ready for Harsh and Cleanroom Applications
The IRB 1300 industrial robot from ABB features IP67, Foundry Plus 2 and cleanroom ISO 4 versions. It performs a range of tasks that includes material handling, machine tending, polishing, assembly and testing.
Plug-and-Play IIoT Platform Enables Digital Transformation
Attention mid-sized manufacturers: FactoryEye from Magic Software brings the digital world to you – with real-time intelligence – in an easy, affordable and flexible solution. No need to replace existing equipment or infrastructure.
Integrating Sheet Metal Cutting and Punching Machines
Curating a variety of technologies on the shop floor gives manufacturers a range of capabilities to meet customer demands – here’s how to overcome complications when dealing with different programming, operating, maintenance, and parts for a mix of machine brands.
‘Connected Shop’ Provides ‘Set It and Forget It’ CAD/CAM Programming
The enhanced features of CAMBRIO’s SigmaNEST Version 21 are centered around ease of use and nesting options for every manufacturing need. The goal of the company’s Connected Shop concept is to bridge CRM, ordering, inventory, production, delivery, and accounting.
Tooling Manufacturer Adds Third Lucifer Furnace
A Connecticut-based manufacturer has installed a Lucifer 7GT-H19 for heat treating in a nitrogen-based atmosphere. The energy-efficient unit heats to 2100 F and is regulated by a Honeywell digital controller.
Robot Boosts Electronics Production
KUKA’s KR 6 SCARA robot offers reach/radius options of 500 mm and 700 mm, and Z-axis stroke of 200 mm. Faster and lighter than smaller 6-axis models, it offers manufacturers ease of use while expediting production speed.
Cloud-Based ‘Ultimate Product Design Tool’ Facilitates Collaboration
Siemens’ PCBflow helps accelerate design-to-manufacturing handoff for printed circuit boards. The initial release includes instant Design for Manufacturability analysis.
Mount This Robot Controller Your Way
Designed to mount in four different ways, KUKA’s KR C5 micro is about 200% smaller than full-sized controllers, but storage capacity isn’t sacrificed. It’s equipped with the latest KUKA System Software – users can easily migrate in their programs from the previous version.
