There are certain manufacturing processes that often require the agility of a human worker. Other tasks require the payload capabilities of a robot. Pairing a human worker and a robot counterpart on the factory floor has been a long sought after goal. This goal has traditionally brought about ob

Automation is a fancy new buzzword that seems to be everywhere, but in fact, the technology that powers automated processes has been around for decades. However, the ability to automate complex tasks through machine learning reflects both how far automated technology has come and how quickly it h

Automation is defined as technology that allows a task or workflow to be accomplished with minimal intervention from humans. Modern automated technology is the power that drives innovation across many different industries, from factory floors to customer service call centers. However, like many b

Whether you’re a small business looking to expand production or a large factory trying to reduce labor costs, automation has clear benefits. What may not be as straightforward is how to begin the process of integrating automated technology into your business. Like many endeavors, the secret to

The increased efficiency and reduced labor costs automated technology brings are on the top of any business goals bucket list, but some companies worry about the commitment automation requires. Finding the right robotics integrator to provide a customized automation solution is an investment of b

Robotics automation is growing increasingly popular across all industries, with an estimated 64% percent of organizations beginning to integrate RPA in 2017. Many entrepreneurs who own businesses both big and small are looking to reap the benefits of automated technology but aren’t sure where to

When you think automation, you probably imagine assembly lines full of robotic arms or factory floors packed with computerized systems that never sleep. And while it’s true that up until a few years ago, automated technology was best suited to large-scale enterprise solutions, times have changed.

North Salt Lake, UT, March 11, 2020 – Precision Automated Technology received the Sales Growth Award for its outstanding growth of robot sales from 2018 to 2019 from FANUC America at the 2020 FANUC Authorized System Integrator Conference. FANUC is a leading industry supplier of robots, CNC system

See how automation can help your business during Covid-19 with our comprehensive infographic below. Before Covid-19, employees were difficult to find and unemployment was low. After Covid-19 manufacturers are finding that there is an identifiable risk to their operation when relying on people.

It is cliché to say, “a lot has happened” since we last connected. We are all facing new challenges in our businesses. The labor market is extremely tough, every customer I visit with is expressing the challenge. The challenge comes on a daily basis when you need to decide which production line t

Autonomous mobile robots are more than automated material handling Zebra Technologies, a manufacturer of tools to digitize and automate workflows, had already augmented frontline workers in many industries with its barcode scanners and handheld mobile computers. Adding autonomous mobile rob

Tales from manufacturers who’ve implemented automation: Why they did it, what the results were—and advice to others considering a new droid Shopping for a new pickup truck? How about a replacement for that tired trolling motor, or trying to decide whether the Thai restaurant tha

The advantages promised by Industry 4.0 are being realized at Ingersoll Machine Tools in Rockford, Ill. “Digital twin” machine design simulation, higher robotic intelligence and complex motion are the essential tools here. Those tools are making large-scale mold production, part

The range and requirements of flexible machining cells are increasing As automated manufacturing processes continue to evolve from “nice to have” to “must have” in the wake of issues such as skilled worker shortages, flexible manufacturing system configurations conti

FLORENCE, Ky. – Mazak has announced new distribution in Northern Ohio, Virginia, Southern West Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina. As of June 1, HEH Group subsidiary Motch & Eichele will provide sales and service support for Mazak customers in Northern Ohio, while HEH G

When it comes to their cars, cameras, computers, cell phones and other devices, most people would agree that they understand only about 25 percent of these devices’ full capabilities. With some manufacturing shops, the same holds true for multi-tasking machines. Fortunately, however,

Manufacturers have long dealt with equipment failures. While they may be inevitable, equipment failures should not cause serious downtime, eat into profits or make manufacturers overspend their budgets. These are usually the worst-case scenarios—and the reasons why equipment failures

As a company dedicated to parts production automation, we estimate that the current automation rate of CNC machine tools tops out at 30 percent. It seems surprisingly low, doesn’t it, for all the talk about it? For most CNC machine tool users, 30 percent usage, or even a more realisti

There’s a type, geometry and coating for virtually any application or material End mills are designed to help shops of all sizes maximize tool life and productivity and reduce downtime whether hogging out large amounts of material or producing fine surface finishes on materials as div

High market dynamics, increasing competition due to globalization, but also demographic developments and the growing shortage of skilled workers, are presenting German production companies with major hurdles. These changes particularly affect the assembly process as the last link in the val