Automation
NTMA, Robots and Toolkits for Manufacturers to Battle the Skills Gap
It’s an ongoing concern. How will manufacturing companies fill the skills gap as the many veteran employees approach retirement?
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Preparing to Automate
One of the many presentations at Makino's recent Technology Expo covered die/mold automation. Here are a few takeaways on things to think about early in any implementation.
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CAM Automation is a Process, not a Goal
Automated NC programming requires a strategy to yield improved productivity, quality and consistency.
Read MoreVIDEO: A/C Servo Combination Wrist in Motion
The type of wrist paired with a robot can directly impact mold design.
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Putting Design in the Driver’s Seat
Being an engineering-driven mold manufacturer has dramatically impacted this shop’s efforts to automate processes, develop its workforce and expand into new types of business.
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Considerations for Assessing Robotics Requirements
Knowledge of part de-molding, end-of-arm tooling construction, part defects caused by the mold-robot interface and available automation options is key for suppliers looking to add greater value.
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Rethink Moldmaking with Digital Tool Knowledge
Connecting digitized tool data with CAD/CAM, presetting, production and automated inventory control offers real-world productivity gains.
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Bringing Plastics to Life, Capabilities and Automation
This mold manufacturer invested in nontraditional video to market its story. Unlike common interview-style company videos, these videos showcase the shop in a real-world format while also highlighting how its employees are the essential ingredient to success.
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“Smart” Technology Boosts EDM Efficiency, Quality
Three EDM innovations showcased at GF Machining Solutions’ recent “Solutions Days” open house have one thing in common: they automatically adjust generator settings according cutting conditions, operator preference or both.
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All About the People
The right skillsets have been essential not only to this company’s core mold manufacturing business, but also its diversification into completely new sectors, such as industrial automation.
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