Auburn Hills, MI - Robotic system integrator and process cutting solutions provider Shape Process Automation (SPA) has announced that Simon Kenworthy, current Senior Vice President of Global System Sales, has been named the Managing Director for Shape Process...
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Shape Process Automation shows off pick-and-place, UHP waterjet processes, and laser-cutting innovations
Technology advancements shown at Automate 2023 included a demo of robotic pick-and-place technology able to adapt instantly to process variability, ultra high pressure waterjet processes capable of replacing several processes with one, and a laser-cutting system able...
New Aerospace Coatings Create Challenges for MRO Shops
Boat builders lagged in adding automation compared to other industries. But today, looking to overcome labor shortages and eliminate potentially dangerous processes, they are eagerly exploring automation of routing and other operations.
Routers or Waterjets for Boat Builders?
Boat builders lagged in adding automation compared to other industries. But today, looking to overcome labor shortages and eliminate potentially dangerous processes, they are eagerly exploring automation of routing and other operations.
3 Important Considerations When Selecting a Tooling Supplier
The lowest-cost tool is never the best tool and seldom the right tool. When purchasing fixtures for robotic automation processes, buyers should avoid the mistake of putting price first and focus on these three things instead. Anyone who spends much time building or...
A New Technology Saves Tier 1 Supplier 50% of Their Program Costs
A Tier 1 automotive supplier asked Shape Process Automation to respond to an RFQ, they didn’t get what they asked for. Instead, they got a breakthrough proposal that saved the supplier 50% of the total program cost over the five-year project cycle.
The 3 Essentials of Robot Maintenance
Proper maintenance ensures the reliability and extends the life of every piece of production equipment. When it comes to robots, there are three basic maintenance activities that every shop should follow. Floss daily. Eat more vegetables. Exercise 30 minutes a day....
6 Reasons Waterjet Cutting Is the Right Choice in Bakeries
Waterjet cutting is widely used in food production and processing. Small- to medium-size bakeries have shied away from using this technology due to its price, but as they learn the many benefits, more of them are turning to waterjet cutting. It seems like science...
Lasers Light the Way to Reduced Cost for Advanced Structural Aluminum Assemblies
The use of aluminum in vehicle components is growing, but part manufacturers remain uncertain about the best production processes. Automation integrators are eager to share the successful solutions and discoveries they’ve developed. Automotive manufacturers were using...
New Materials Lead to New Processes
The Aerospace industry is exploring a range of new materials to create higher-performing, lighter-weight components. It takes the right partner to develop production and automation processes using those materials. New technology and materials are enabling major...
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