Robots Doing More Work at Busy Factories
A recent article in the Wall Street Journal discusses how robots are increasing productivity without increasing the size of the…
Controldesign.com: Servo spindle targets small robot market
Our latest product was showcased this month on Controldesign.com. The PushCorp SM1202 Servo Spindle targets the robotics market for robots…
Products Finishing Podcast: Automation for Mechanical Finishing Processes
Mike Shappell, senior application engineer with Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives, takes Products Finishing’s podcast on a video tour of the…
Guitar Sanding
When working with wood products like furniture or in this case electric guitar where the goal is giving it a…
Automated Sanding
Sanding is often a crucial step of the manufacturing processes for many products. While it has typically been done by…
The Advantages of Robotic Deflashing
When plastics or metals are molded, forged, or cast, excess material from the process may remain attached to the part…
The Advantages of Automated Deburring
What is Deburring? Deburring plays a critical role in the manufacturing finishing process. Burrs are an undesirable by-product of certain…
Challenges in Automating Milling Applications
Robotic machining has become a viable alternative to using CNC machines in milling applications. Automating processes can lead to substantial savings, especially in…
Evaluating a Robotic Polishing Project
One of the biggest benefits of robotic automation is improved consistency. Robots follow highly repeatable motion paths, which means robotic…
The Challenges of Grinding and Finishing Automation
There are significant benefits to automating grinding and finishing processes. Robotic grinding and material removal applications offer a more versatile…