Integrated Automation on Industry-First Live Tool, Twin Spindle Turning Center and Punch Press Enables Lights-Out Operation
At FABTECH, Murata Machinery USA, Inc. (Muratec) will showcase its integrated automation, from multi-function fabrication machines and turning centers to automated guided vehicles (AGVs) that enable "lights-out" operations.
"For manufacturers of all sizes competing for dwindling manpower resources, Muratec is eager to demonstrate how our reliable and productive automation solutions deliver more parts on the dock at the end of the day," said Jeff Kalmbach, General Manager, Machine Tools Division, Murata Machinery.
Muratec will reveal its first-of-its-kind MWR120G multi-tasking CNC turning center that blends processing capability in a compact body with front-facing twin spindles equipped with an industry-leading live tool Y-axis function designed for a total production environment in a single machine.
Its integrated robotic gantry loader enables unmanned workpiece handling for all-in-one processing of complex shapes from raw to finished parts, maximizing efficiency without changeovers or the need for secondary operations. When paired with a Universal Robot bin-picking cobot, also fed by an A4-AGV, for unattended production, the MWR120G delivers unparalleled flexibility, accuracy, and quality to provide an automated solution to headcount challenges.
Muratec will demonstrate the highest level of integration with its 22-ton, spring-style punch press (M2048TS-S) paired with a robotic load/unload system (RL1212) and an automated guided vehicle (A4-AGV) that delivers raw materials to and from the system, showing shops and plants how to minimize manual handling and repurpose labor.
The M2048TS-S features a servo-electric punch drive system and the latest ram drive design for maximum reliability and rigidity. With this technology, the single frame turret punch press (TPP) empowers high production speeds, energy-efficient operation, reduced maintenance costs, and is automation-ready.
Muratec will also reveal its first-of-its-kind MWR120G multi-tasking CNC turning center that blends processing capability in a compact body with front-facing twin spindles equipped with an industry-leading live tool Y-axis function designed for a total production environment in a single machine.
Its integrated robotic gantry loader enables unmanned workpiece handling for all-in-one processing of complex shapes from raw to finished parts, maximizing efficiency without changeovers or the need for secondary operations. When paired with a Universal Robot bin-picking cobot, also fed by an A4-AGV, for unattended production, the MWR120G delivers unparalleled flexibility, accuracy, and quality to provide an automated solution to headcount challenges.
"It's never been more important for manufacturers of all sizes to embrace automation to remain competitive. Automation is no longer a matter of 'if' but 'when' for fabricators and job shops," said Murata Machinery USA's Jeff Tyl, North American Fabrication & Aftermarket Sales Manager.
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