At the recent Manufacturing Technology Fair 2025, held from May 13 to 15 in West Springfield, Massachusetts, Fanuc America, a global leader in industrial automation, unveiled a series of innovations designed to optimize production, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency across various industrial sectors.
One of the main highlights was the seamless integration between collaborative robots (cobots) and computer numerical control (CNC) systems. Fanuc demonstrated how the CRX-10iA/L cobot can automate turning operations on Fanuc-controlled CNC machines using G-code programming. This solution is ideal for manufacturers with G-code programming expertise but lacking experience in robotic programming, facilitating the adoption of automation without the need for specialized robotic training.
Fanuc also introduced the CRX-30iA cobot, designed for tasks requiring higher load capacity. With a capacity of up to 30 kg and a reach of 1,756 mm, this cobot is suitable for applications demanding additional strength in a collaborative environment, while maintaining the safety and ease of programming characteristic of the CRX line.
To enhance shop floor connectivity, Fanuc showcased its IoT solution, MT-Link i. This tool provides real-time information on equipment status, as well as critical production and maintenance data, enabling manufacturers to make data-driven business decisions and optimize operational efficiency.
Recognizing the importance of industry training, Fanuc presented the Levil EDU-Mini Mill, a desktop CNC machine equipped with the Fanuc 0i-F Plus control. This machine is ideal for skill development in the workforce and educational environments, as well as for manufacturing operations requiring compact solutions due to space constraints.
These presentations underscore Fanuc’s ongoing commitment to innovation and productivity improvement in the manufacturing industry. The integration of advanced robotic solutions, CNC control systems, and IoT technologies allows companies to address challenges such as labor shortages and the need for more agile and efficient production processes.
Fanuc continues to establish itself as a leader in industrial automation, offering solutions that not only enhance operational efficiency but also facilitate the adoption of advanced technologies across various industrial sectors.