What is CNC Automation?: How We Have Innovated the CNC Machining Process
As CNC machining has become more and more popular, the process has been improved immensely, including the introduction of automation. With CNC automation, the machining process is streamlined, resulting in fewer errors and potentially lowering the cost of production. So, what is CNC automation? In this blog, we will explore the process and its benefits.
What is CNC Automation?
CNC automation is the implementation of automated processes and machinery into the CNC machining process. This reduces the need for human intervention in the manufacturing processes, reducing the amount of human error that may occur in the production process. CNC automation processes include transferring workpieces or pallets through the manufacturing process. These processes allow for more effective quality control and more effective management of information.
Benefits of CNC Automation
Improved Efficiency
Since humans aren’t needed for the entirety of the CNC machining process when automation is implemented, manufacturing processes will be able to run more quickly and with fewer errors. These machines are also able to work longer hours without the quality of production declining.
Higher Production Capacity
Since automated machines do not need breaks and can manufacture products at a higher rate than human-run machines, automated CNC processes can produce more products at a faster rate.
Higher Quality
All automated processes, including CNC automation, are highly reproducible. The implementation of automation allows production to continuously reproduce products that are practically error-free and identical to one another.
Faster Lead Times
CNC automation is a stable and reliable manufacturing process. When you couple that with solid production planning, you will easily reduce lead times. Plus, the automation reduces potential errors, reducing the amount of time spent creating parts with errors and having to reproduce these parts.
Cost-Effective
By implementing automation in CNC machining, you can produce more in a shorter period. The higher the capacity, the higher the revenue you bring in. So, CNC automation may increase the amount of money you can bring into your business.
Also, there is a lower cost-per-piece since the need for human intervention is significantly reduced. There is also the reduced risk of human error in these instances which leads to fewer damaged parts and products. Since you won’t have to reproduce parts that are damaged, you will also save money.
Want to Experience What CNC Automation Is For Yourself? Partner with Garland Today
At Garland Service Company, we have been machining precision parts through CNC automation for decades. Whether you need milling or lathing to create your precision parts, Garland has you covered.
Our team constantly strives to improve our processes, including adding automation to many of our systems. We also have an AS9100 and ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system that allows us to provide our customers with the highest quality products.
In addition to producing precision parts, we can also work with you to create the tooling you need for your specific projects and processes. We will take your designs and create the pieces you need with ease.
Our team also has experience creating PCBA tooling. We understand that your printed circuit boards need to be assembled with care and precision, so our team will work tirelessly to make sure your tooling meets all of your specifications.
Contact us today to see what we can do for you.
