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Aerospace Manufacturer Increases Capacity with Collaborative Robot -- Achieves ROI in Less Than a Year Aerospace Manufacturer Increases Capacity with Collaborative Robot -- Achieves ROI in Less Than a Year
When experiencing increased demand for specialized parts, Whippany Actuation Systems faced an important decision -- purchase a new CNC machine, outsource production, or introduce automation. For Whippany, the choice was clear.
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Twin-Belt Conveyor Helps Detroit Auto Manufacturer Deal with Gummy, Stringy Chips Twin-Belt Conveyor Helps Detroit Auto Manufacturer Deal with Gummy, Stringy Chips
The manufacturer solved a conveyor jamming problem by switching to Jorgensen's patent pending MunchMan® II -- a hinged twin- belt conveyor designed to handle heavy chip loads, long stringy chips and balls of chips.
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  Industry News
Mastercam Unveils New Post Processor for Sinumerik Controllers Mastercam Unveils New Post Processor for Sinumerik Controllers

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True Plug-and-Play Robot Eliminates Calibration Steps, Reduces Engineering Costs

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New Laser Marking Technology Brings Color to Metal New Laser Marking Technology Brings Color to Metal

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3D Printed Thermoplastic Allows Airbus to Produce Stronger, Lighter, Aircraft Parts

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New VMC Offers Dedicated Trunnion, 30% Increased Rigidity

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Dynamic Electro Spindles Reach 80,000rpm; Designed for Multiple Operations or Redundant Tooling Dynamic Electro Spindles Reach 80,000rpm; Designed for Multiple Operations or Redundant Tooling

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Measurement System Uses Tactile and Non-Contact Vision Probes to Maximize Throughput and Accuracy

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Press Brakes' Hydraulic Crowning System Automatically Adjusts for Accuracy Press Brakes' Hydraulic Crowning System Automatically Adjusts for Accuracy

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Next-Generation HMC Offers Larger Work Envelope, Broken-Tool Sensor, Increased Torque, and New Control

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No Drip Spray Nozzle Conserves Liquid, Fits in Tight Spaces No Drip Spray Nozzle Conserves Liquid, Fits in Tight Spaces

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New "Stepless" Milling Cutter Ideal for Small Parts and Less-Than-Rigid Setups

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