One of the stand-out attractions being shown for the first time will be the new UK-manufactured QUICK TURN 250MY and TA-12, a ?plug and play’ turning centre and robotic machine tending solution designed to appeal to customers requiring a single source supplier for both machine tool and automation.
Ideal for applications that require lights-out unmanned running overnight or at weekends, both the machine tool and the robot are controlled from the Mazak SmoothG CNC, which provides a seamless interface and extremely fast set-up.
The FANUC M-10iA robot is capable of moving a maximum payload of 12kg and is equipped with separate grippers for loading and unloading. In addition, the automation solution has a unique workpiece stacking principle utilising interchangeable workpiece support pillars, with layout and set-up guided by a GUI (Graphical User Interface), which is also integrated into the SmoothG CNC.
With Industry 4.0 being the focus of Mazak’s stand at EMO 2017, the ease of integration between machine tool and robotic automation – all controlled via SMOOTH Technology – is a perfect example of how Mazak can deliver turnkey solutions to shorten lead times and lower indirect labour costs. Crucially, Mazak estimates that the automation solution could have a payback period of as little as six months.
