Tag Archives: Industrial Automation

How to Calculate the Real ROI When Replacing a CNC Machine with a Robot + Spindle

For years, CNC machinery has been the benchmark for precision in industrial machining. However, the evolution of robotics — especially refurbished robots equipped with high‑performance spindles — is reshaping the landscape. More and more factories are now asking themselves: Is it really worth replacing a CNC with a robotic milling cell? The answer depends on

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AI IN ROBOTIC ARMS FOR DETECTING PRODUCTION FAILURES

Failure detection in production has historically relied on a combination of human inspection, statistical controls, and traditional sensors. However, the increasing complexity of processes, the pressure to reduce scrap, and the need for real-time traceability have highlighted clear limits in these approaches. In this context, a frequently asked question on the shop floor is: How

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WHAT LEVEL OF PRECISION AND REPEATABILITY CAN I EXPECT FROM AN INDUSTRIAL ROBOT?

The difference between what the technical datasheets say and what actually happens on the shop floor “On paper it’s precise… but in real production?” One of the most frequent — and most honest — questions production teams ask is this: “Will the robot really be more precise than what we do today?” It’s not a

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HOW FAR CAN I SCALE PRODUCTION WITHOUT REBUILDING THE ENTIRE CELL?

It’s a question that rarely appears at the beginning of a project. It usually comes after the first success: The cell works. Cycle times are stable. Quality is consistent. And for the first time, the team trusts the system. Then someone asks: “What if we double production?” It’s not an innocent question — it’s a

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IS YOUR PROCESS TRULY READY FOR AUTOMATION WITH A REFURBISHED ROBOT?

The truth is that not every industrial task benefits from robotic automation—and even fewer are genuinely compatible with a refurbished robot. The key lies in understanding whether your process meets the fundamental technical conditions that professionals use to evaluate automation projects: aspects such as geometry, repeatability, production volume, accessibility, safety, and the overall stability of

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DOES AUTOMATION IMPROVE QUALITY… OR JUST MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE FASTER?

There’s an awkward moment in some automation projects when no one really wants to look too closely at the first batches. The parts come out quickly. The robot never stops. Productivity indicators look great. And yet… something feels off. The defect that used to appear sporadically now shows up with impeccable regularity. There’s no debate:

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WHAT SPECIFIC IMPROVEMENTS WOULD WE SEE IN EFFICIENCY, QUALITY, OR COSTS WITH THE INTEGRATION OF A ROBOTIC SOLUTION?

The integration of a robotic welding solution does not simply replace manual labor, but transforms the entire production process. The benefits are mainly reflected in three key areas, which are constantly monitored by the industry: production efficiency, weld quality, and operating costs per part. These improvements are recognized worldwide and proven by the actual performance

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PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE IN INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS: SENSORS, DATA AND MINIMISING DOWNTIME

At the heart of many automated factories, a group of robots works tirelessly for hundreds of hours on end. But what happens if one of these machines fails unexpectedly? An unplanned stoppage can cost thousands of euros per hour, result in lost orders and delayed deliveries. This is where predictive maintenance steps in: instead of

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WHAT IS THE TOTAL COST OF INVESTING IN A ROBOTIC WELDING SOLUTION, INCLUDING THE ROBOT, INTEGRATION, SOFTWARE, AND TRAINING?

The total investment goes far beyond the price of the robot itself. A robotic welding cell involves a complete package that covers the industrial robot, mechanical and electrical integration, welding equipment and peripherals, software and programming, staff training, and ongoing maintenance and spare parts. The industry takes this comprehensive approach because it best reflects the

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KUKA KR30-3 ON RAIL WITH TWO ROTARY POSITIONERS: INDUSTRIAL CHALLENGES AND ADVANTAGES FOR PRODUCTION LINES

A recent video showcases a robotic cell featuring a KUKA KR30-3 mounted on a linear rail (track) and paired with two rotary positioners as part of an advanced handling or welding solution. This configuration is gaining ground as a flexible alternative for production lines, though it is not without challenges. Eurobots, as a provider of

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