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Now is a Great Time to Automate Your Finishing Process

Quick. Quality. Inexpensive. You can have two, but you can’t have all three. We’ve all heard the phrase, but what does it mean when talking about automation – and more specifically about automation in the finishing industry? 

Have You Considered Mobile Cobots for Machine Tending?

Many industries are looking at using cobots on a mobile platform to offset the shortage of skilled workers, improve productivity, meet critical deadlines, and maximize ROI.

Need Predictive Maintenance Capabilities? Get FANUC AI Servo Monitor

Knowing how to prevent unplanned downtime is key to any productive and profitable operation, which is why FANUC created AI Servo Monitor.AI Servo Monitor automatically creates a baseline model of the machine while running in a normal state.

Why Programming a FANUC Robot is Easier Than Ever Before

Recent software enhancements have made things much easier, thanks in large part to FANUC’s latest CRX collaborative robots. A key reason that FANUC’s cobots have become so popular is their ease of use and intuitive programming with a Tablet Teach Pendant (TP).

Machine Tending Automation Workbook

Not sure if cobots are right for your business? Answering the following 10 questions can help clarify whether adding cobots could be the right solution. 

Automation ROI – A New Way to Transform Your Company

If you’re working with the right automation supplier, you will be prepared to present both the financial advantages as well as the qualitative benefits that automation provides, such as higher product quality, enhanced flexibility and improved employee satisfaction.

Creating and Upskilling the Next Generation of Manufacturing Workers

Advice for Metal Fabricators: Consider a Cobot

Welding cobots not only help reduce costs for fabricators, but they allow skilled welders to focus on the complex jobs that require their expertise while maintaining quality welds.

Will a Robot or Cobot Work for Your Small to Medium Shop?

Today, small and large manufacturing plants in North America are ramping up production, and many are considering using robots for the first time.

Aerospace Parts Manufacturer Adds Automation to Grow Business

Kemco Aerospace Manufacturing case study tells how Kemco grew their business using automation and robotics from FANUC and Industrial Tool, Inc.

Innovative and Reliable Paint Robots Built in the U.S.

A significant increase of domestic and global non-automotive customers are turning to paint robots to help improve quality and throughput while minimizing their assembly worker’s exposure to hazardous environments.

How Robotic Automation Impacts E-Commerce

The pandemic has caused an increased demand and a significant growth in e-commerce, as well as a quickly growing labor shortage. Robotics are now considered necessary tools to help companies not only meet, but exceed their customers’ needs.

Replenishment Solution for Fulfillment Automation

Decant is the process of removing items or inner packs from their original shipping containers and placing them into totes for automated storage systems that selectively move the totes to pickers and robots for order fulfillment.

4 Strategies to Make Your Production More Efficient in 2021

The start of the new year is a great time to critically take a look at your processes and see how you can improve. Here at FANUC, we have identified four key strategies manufacturers can use to boost their efficiency!

Top Reasons to Consider FANUC PLC Motion Control

In today’s highly flexible manufacturing industry, robotic automation combined with PLC control is an exciting solution that has become increasingly popular. FANUC PLC Motion Control provides automation customers with a wide range of advantages.

Get More Out of Your CNC: FANUC’s Fast Cycle Time Technology

To help programmers and shops get the best machine tool performance, FANUC introduced Fast Cycle Time Technology— a suite of functions designed to improve productivity.

3D Metrology Systems Builder Chooses FANUC Industrial Controls to Power New 5-axis Metrology Center

EDM Intelligent Solutions uses FANUC motion controls to ensure precision, reliability, and repeatability in 3D industrial measurement applications.

6 Competitive Advantages of Using Digital Twins

What reproduces the authentic look, behavior and sound of cutting parts? A digital twin, of course. This article provides six competitive advantages of using visual twins.

7 Things You May Not Know About Cobots

Collaborative robots – or cobots, provide a number of advantages and ways to ensure you get a break on the job. In this article, we review seven things you may not know about cobots.

Maximize Your Robotic Welding Productivity with Remote Monitoring Tools

Learn how to take advantage of Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things to help maximize your robotic welding productivity.

Modern Manufacturing Needs Skilled Workers with Automation Training

The need for skilled workers with automation training certifications is growing. Learn about the exciting opportunities available for both schools, students, and businesses to help narrow the skills gap by training the future workforce in advanced automation and robotics.

The Facts About Hand Guiding Robots

There are four methods for collaborative robot operation defined in the RIA 15.06-2012 safety standard, and each has its own place in manufacturing operations.

New Artificial Intelligence Error Proofing Features Machine Learning Technology

FANUC recently introduced a new AI Error Proofing function in iRVision designed for part inspection that uses machine-learning technology. This article explains what AI Error Proofing is and the benefits it provides.

FANUC’s CNC Software Solutions: MT-Link-i and FASData

Gain valuable real-time operational floor insight and make smarter, data-driven production decisions using FANUC's MT-Link-i and FASData CNC software solutions.

The Four Types of Collaborative Robot Operation

There are many tasks that collaborative robots - or cobots - can handle based on their flexibility and easy integration. Our cobot expert covers 4 different ways you can use cobots to automate your processes.

FANUC's 5 Tips to Lower Your CNC Maintenance Costs

You might be looking to see if you can operate a little leaner and lower those steep maintenance costs. These tips can help your bottom line and keep you running.

Redefining Robotic Laser Cutting

Material processing in automotive, specifically laser cutting has come a long way in the last 30 years. The most effective and popular choice for trimming PHS is through laser cutting including robotic and CNC laser cutting.

Automation Increases Productivity, Allowing Companies to Hire More Employees

There continues to be some negativity about robots and automation taking jobs away from people. An increasing number of people now realize, however, this belief is a myth and have come to appreciate the wide range of benefits that automation provides.

FANUC America's Teacher Externship Program Highlight - Summer 2019

FANUC holds a yearly externship program, where externs from
various professions come to FANUC’s headquarters and learn more about the industry.
Learn more!

What You Need to Know to Work with a Collaborative Robot System

Interested in implementing a collaborative robot system? Take a look at our blog to examine your options for a successful application.

Benefits of OEM Parts and Repairs

Over time, parts wear out and need to be repaired or replaced. A well-thought-out repair and maintenance program will ensure that equipment functions for the long haul.   Take a look at our article to learn more about benefits of OEM parts and repairs.

Optimize Your Warehouse Footprint with Automation

Understand how you can optimize your warehouse space using automated storage and retrieval systems for a more efficient and resourceful system.

13 Steps to Better Arc Welding Robot Maintenance

To keep a complex system running at peak performance requires routine maintenance. Your arc welding robot is just such a system.

Robotic Advancements Promote Precise Welding & Cutting

The industrial robot is quickly becoming commonplace in manufacturing. Discover how robotic advancements are helping to increase productivity and reduce capital expense.

Committing to Automation: 3 Questions Before Integration

As the manufacturing industry evolves, it’s important to stay ahead of the curve by implementing automation. Are you ready to commit though? Read this article first.

Can I Afford Robots and Automation?

Struggling to compete with manufacturing companies who have implemented automation? Not to worry. Automation is more affordable than ever before. Review these questions to determine if automation is your solution to optimized production. Find out more.

How to Know When A SCARA Robot is the Right Choice for Your Application

There are several factors to consider when selecting the right robot for your application. Follow these guidelines to make your choice easier.

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