AUTOMATION

NEWS

MC Machinery to Host Grand Opening for Southeast Technology Center Oct. 6

Catered food and machine demonstrations — including lasers, EDMs, press brakes and automation systems — will celebrate the opening of the 16,000-square-foot facility.  

Automation

Reimagining Moldmaking with Technology

A look at some of the technology mold builders have expressed a growing interest in and are now actively investigating, including advancements in mold design, 3D printing, automation, machining, inspection and repair.  
#analysis

Automation

Integrated Manufacturing System Showcases Smart Automation for Mold Builders

Whether mold builders are sourcing their cutting tools from an external manufacturer or looking to bring this function in-house, ANCA’s AIMS system offers a flexible, scalable ecosystem for factory connectivity.  
#industry40

Automation

Hardware Automation, Software and Services Pave the Way Towards Digitalization

Siemens Industries presents various digitalization platforms like the Sinumerik One digital-native CNC and NX CAM design software for moldmakers at IMTS 2022 to guide users from part concept to machine production.  
#industry40

Inspection & Measurement

3D Scanner Automates Quality Control with Cobot Compatibility

VXscan-R software module offered by Creaform Inc. is accessible to businesses of all sizes, offering advanced compatibility with collaborative robots and quality control productivity.  

Automation

A Few Words on Humans and Robots Working Together to Revitalize Manufacturing

It’s time to rethink what a manufacturing job is and what we can comfortably leave for robots.

Machining

EDM, Precision Milling Technologies Highlight High-Precision Features for the Moldmaking Industry

MC Machinery Systems features a range of wire and sinker EDMs, machining centers and automation at IMTS 2022.

Automation

VIDEO: Can You Integrate a Joystick onto a Robot for Mold Repair?

Tony Demakis, President of Alliance Specialties and Laser Sales and Brian Conner, Channel Development Manager at Universal Robots answer the question of whether or not you can integrate a joystick onto a robot for mold repair. 
#ICYMI #moldingequipment

Automation

How to Start Automating Your Moldmaking Operation

A few fundamentals of moldmaking automation include identifying key areas and places to avoid and addressing common concerns and roadblocks.
#basics #FAQ

Inspection & Measurement

Three Advances in Vision Measuring Technology for Moldmaking

Next-generation metrology solutions are streamlining shopfloor automation and quality control for mold builders.
#basics #FAQ