{"id":22691,"date":"2022-08-10T10:01:11","date_gmt":"2022-08-10T09:01:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/?p=22691"},"modified":"2022-08-10T10:01:11","modified_gmt":"2022-08-10T09:01:11","slug":"machine-tending-kit-makes-high-mix-low-volume-automation-viable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/machine-tending-kit-makes-high-mix-low-volume-automation-viable\/","title":{"rendered":"Machine tending kit makes high-mix, low-volume automation viable"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The latest easy-automation solution from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rarukautomation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RARUK Automation<\/a><\/strong> makes it viable for any SME, regardless of their size or level of experience, to introduce automatic parts loading in just two &#8211; three hours. The Robotiq Machine Tending Solution is the latest in a series of off-the-shelf kits. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It provides SMEs with the assurance that shopfloor performance can be boosted at any time by accessible automation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/195954-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/195954-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Machine tending kit makes high-mix, low-volume automation viable\" class=\"wp-image-22692\" width=\"1316\" height=\"1329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/195954-scaled.jpg 2534w, https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/195954-297x300.jpg 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1316px) 100vw, 1316px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>The Robotiq Machine Tending Solution can be applied to any brand or type of CNC machine without any modification<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Robotiq Machine Tending Solution can be applied to any brand or type of CNC machine without any modification. Instead of hard-wiring the machine, as is required with traditional automation, non-invasive modules manage communication with the machine&#8217;s interface, greatly reducing deployment time.&nbsp; Indeed, installation is so easy, it can be done by a non-certified technician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Machine Tending Copilot software guides the set-up process, starts the machine cycle, monitors its status and controls workholding. It also allows programmes to be created up to 75% quicker than by traditional programming thanks to key waypoint setting and simple action menus. Movement between key waypoints is optimised so the best path through the pre-defined work area is followed, automatically avoiding collisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The core Robotiq Machine Tending Solution comprises the Machine Tending Copilot software, the Robotiq MT control, pneumatic panel, button activator, air nozzle kit and machine interface.&nbsp; Single and double gripper choices complete the package.&nbsp; Options include a Robotiq wrist camera, ideal for faster blank programming and picking parts in an unstructured environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>URCaps plug-and-play allows the Robotiq package to be easily integrated with a choice of Universal Robot arm, also available from RARUK Automation. The compatible models extend from the UR3e, with a payload of 3kg and a reach of 500mm, to the UR16e with 16kg capacity and 900mm reach.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The latest easy-automation solution from RARUK Automation makes it viable for any SME, regardless of their size or level of experience, to introduce automatic parts loading in just two &#8211; three hours. 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