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Industry Solution: Machine Tending

Mitsubishi Electric is a world-leading and trusted CNC and Automation supplier with unique experience in all facets of CNC Machining, including service. The quality and performance of our CNCs have resulted in loyal, long-time customers. We are proud to continue our support of the Machine Tool industry with cost-effective robotic machine tending automation solutions to address common challenges faced in the industry. Mitsubishi Electric's robotic products are among the fastest and most durable available, resulting in flexible systems capable of high production rates and low downtime. Our technologies also support integration with machine tending IIoT solutions, enabling smarter operations.

Mitsubishi Electric can be your trusted advisor in machine tending. Whether it is your first robotic machine tending project, or your 100th, our machine tending solutions help to increase production rates while achieving a good return on your investment. We offer adaptable machine tending stations to suit any shop floor configuration.

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Industry Challenges

  • Skilled Workforce Shortage

    Skilled Workforce Shortage

    With over 2 million open positions left vacant due to the skills shortage, automated processes become more necessary than ever. For repetitive tasks, a robot can provide 24/7 machine tending support, leaving your staff available to accomplish more rewarding and productive tasks. With machine tending automation, manufacturers can bridge the workforce gap and boost productivity.

  • Staying Competitive with High-Production Rates

    Staying Competitive with High-Production Rates

    For businesses being asked to produce more products quickly, automated machine tending can maximize the output of your CNC machines by reducing part exchange time and increasing hours of CNC operation. Implementing machine tending solutions helps companies remain agile in meeting production demands.

  • Implementation Support

    Implementation Support

    Mitsubishi Electric Automation takes the hassle and risk out of implementing a new automation system. With an extensive, nationwide support and service network, we ensure your system works to your expectations. Our specialists will help align your investment with the right machine tending tools, machine tending IIoT solutions, and scalable machine tending workstations.

Solutions

  • Robot & Stand for Large Machine Tending Applications

    Robot & Stand for Large Machine Tending Applications

    LoadMate Plus™ is designed to automate the machine tending process for larger applications. It can be customized for efficient use of your floor space and can be moved around between machines as jobs require. As part of our integrated machine tending automation suite, it supports seamless connectivity with existing equipment.

  • Compact Robot Base for Machine Tending Applications

    Compact Robot Base for Machine Tending Applications

    ARIA (Automated Robotic Industrial Assistant) is a cost-effective automated machine tending robot and cell. It is specifically designed for Mill, and Lathe tending, but can be used with a wide variety of CNC types. ARIA comes standard with a compact PLC and high-performance teach pendant, making it one of our most cost effective and efficient machine tending products and a key component in flexible machine tending solutions.

  • Custom Turnkey Solution

    Custom Turnkey Solution

    Mitsubishi Electric Automation is equipped with the experience and knowledge to build a custom turnkey solution to meet the exact needs of an application. Through high-performance controls and robotics, custom solutions are built-to-last and deliver the productivity required to stay competitive in machining. These turnkey systems incorporate our durable automation components and data-driven machine tending IIoT solutions.

Testimonials & Tools

A close-up of a Mitsubishi Electric robotic arm with intricate wiring and a specialized gripping mechanism.

Estimate your ROI for Deploying Robotic Machine Tending Solutions

Whether it is your first robotic automation project or your 100th, investing in new technologies can feel intimidating. Understanding your return on investment (ROI) can help navigate the next steps in your automation implementation journey. This estimator demonstrates the substantial cost-saving potential of integrating robots into your operations over the lifespan of a project, particularly with scalable machine tending automation and plug-and-play machine tending solutions.

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Machine Tending Industry Solution Overview

Solutions Overview for Robotic Machine Tending

See the solutions overview to learn more about our history and experience in the machine tool industry, with solutions available to you for robotic machine tending, including portable and dedicated machine tending stations with machine tending IIoT and other advanced technologies.

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Machine Tending Whitepaper

White Paper - How to Achieve Success in Your First Robotic Machine Tending Project

The skills gap is growing. Turnover rates are staggering. Machines are left idle. It's time for a solution that supports you today and is future-proof for tomorrow. In this guide, "How to achieve success in your first robotic machine tending project," we arm you with the knowledge, resources, and support you need to feel confident in your decision to invest in a new solution, including smart machine tending solutions and connected machine tending IIoT solutions.

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A case study on TL Aerotek, highlighting their precision components and growth through advanced machinery and automation solutions.

Small Machine Shop Triples Production Output with Robotic Machine Tending

When TL Aerotek was receiving more orders than they could keep up with, they turned to Mitsubishi Electric Automation for an automated machine tending solution. LoadMate Plus delivered easy programming and precision to reach new levels of productivity through intelligent machine tending automation.

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Case study on World Wide Fittings, Inc. by Mitsubishi Electric, highlighting automation solutions for competitive manufacturing.

Turnkey Machine Tending Solution Provides Opportunity for Hours of Unattended Run Time

World Wide Fittings (WWF) was looking for a turnkey automation solution to help them continue to manufacture domestically. A robotic automation solution from Mitsubishi Electric streamlined their operations, while boosting competitive edge with integrated machine tending stations featuring flexible and durable automation components.

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