FANUC’s six-axis simplicity solves insert handling dilemma for Mitre Plastics

Posted on 26 Apr 2023 by The Manufacturer
Mitre Plastics use a FANUC ROBOSHOT α-S220iB injection moulding machine where the key to injection moulding is to minimise mould open time for maximum productivity.
Mitre Plastics use a FANUC ROBOSHOT α-S220iB injection moulding machine where the key to injection moulding is to minimise mould open time for maximum productivity.

Automation expertise from FANUC has supported injection moulding firm Mitre Plastics to specify a flexible six-axis robot cell during its latest project for a white goods manufacturer. After first considering a cobot solution, Mitre Plastics has instead, with FANUC’s help, commissioned a faster, more cost-effective, and more flexible industrial robot system, helping the company to fulfil its contract with a major customer.

Located in north-east England and boasting a 50-year history, in 2019, Mitre Plastics was invited to quote for producing a high-volume part with a brass insert for a white goods manufacturer, requiring a repeatable, high-speed insert loading solution. To get an idea of how the part could be produced on its existing FANUC ROBOSHOT α-S220iB…

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