FORMING AND FABRICATING AUTOMATION WATCH: MetalForming LIVE: Session 1—End-of-Line Automation
Part-Handling Choices for Advancing Automation
W hen it's time to step up your automation efforts, don't overlook material selection for tooling. When talking of automation advancements in manufacturing circles, software, controls and robotics often take center stage. However, how about the tooling necessary for transferring parts to and from forming presses? Shown here: carbon-fiber end effectors that can reduce cycle time while lengthening the lives of robots.
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