Cutting Tool: NC Servo Transfer Manipulator on Machining Center

Summary

This page is an industry-reference summary. Customer names are anonymized and integrator names are removed; machine brands and models are used only to explain the process. It is not a New Partner delivered case.

Configuration

• Machine: machining center.
• Loading: NC servo transfer manipulator.
• Workpiece: cutting tool, metal, φ0.1-10mm.
• Cycle: loading 10s.

A typical sequence is: blanks enter a tray, pallet or conveyor; the NC servo transfer manipulator picks a part; the machine clamps and machines it; the finished part is unloaded or inspected. The exact fixture, buffer and flow follow the public source.

Reported results

The source reports a 200% improvement, without an acceptance report. No sample size, measurement period or acceptance protocol is provided, so it is not a New Partner commitment.

Applicability

For manufacturing parts such as cutting tool. Best suited to mixed-part, flexible picking with trays or storage. Part weight, gripper type, machine layout and safety fencing determine the robot size and count.

FAQ

Is this a New Partner delivered case? No. It is a public industry reference with the customer and integrator anonymized.

Which loading method fits cutting tool? The source uses NC servo transfer manipulator. Selection also depends on blank form, cycle time, machine layout and changeover frequency.

Can the cycle time be used as an acceptance target? Not directly. The source gives no timing method, sample size or acceptance report; re-measure with your own part, fixture and machine.

Source note

Source: public industry material. Customer and integrator anonymized. Equipment brands/models are for process illustration only. Missing: customer authorization, acceptance report and site photos.