HMUSA 2022 Conference: Robotic Machine Loading – Considerations for Adding Automation to Existing Machines and Processes

About the presentation
Existing CNC machines and other processes on factory floors can be more efficiently utilized with the addition of robotic loading. Often the first time setting up a robot can be daunting and uncertain. This presentation explores the considerations needed for making a successful robot deployment. It covers areas of automation including workpiece infeed and outfeed processes, robot end effector design for handling workpieces from their raw to finished states, and automated fixturing.

Registration
Powered by AMT and managed by GIE Media, The IMTS 2022 Conference features 69 different sessions you won’t want to miss so register today. Focused on a range of topics that include process innovation, plant operations, quality/inspection, and automation, The IMTS 2022 Conference addresses improving productivity; improving part quality; and developing a stable, competent workforce to lower the cost of manufacturing in the United States and create new levels of market demand.

Meet your presenter

Tom Reek has more than 25 years of workpiece gripping and handling experience. He graduated from NC State University with a BSEE in Electrical Engineering and began his career with SCHUNK in 1994 as an applications engineer in the early years of the company's launch into the United States. Reek went on to pursue new challenges in the field of automation, gaining experience in vacuum technology and pneumatics. He rejoined SCHUNK as a regional sales manager covering the Southeast U.S. with a goal of growing the company's automation products through a combination of direct sales and a network of industrial distribution partners. Reek's career continues to grow and evolve at SCHUNK: he served as director of sales for the Eastern states before being promoted to his current role of vice president of sales for the entire United States. Today, Reek leads a team of motivated professional territory sales managers dedicated to serving customers and making SCHUNK the recognized leader in workpiece handling technology.

About the company
SCHUNK, the family-owned company, is a worldwide leader for equipping modern manufacturing and robot systems. More than 3,500 employees in 9 plants and 34 directly owned subsidiaries ensure an intensive market presence. With more than 11,000 standard components SCHUNK offers the world’s largest assortment of gripping systems and clamping technology from one source. Due to the digitalization of the portfolio, users can plan their processes efficiently, transparently, and economically. In addition, they benefit from the comprehensive application knowledge surrounding tomorrow’s innovative manufacturing.