Automation is the future of CNC
Automation for all
Automation is the future of manufacturing. And it doesn’t have to be a distant future.
At Okuma, we work to equip shop floors with the perfect machine and automation pairing. Whether you’re beginning your journey or ready for the next step, we are here for you.
Automation Benefits
See for yourself what all the automation
excitement
is about
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Tackle more work
With continuous machining, even during ‘non-operational’ hours, ROI is greatly enhanced
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Increase Profits
More output, proper resource planning, and decreased labor costs lead to lower cost per part
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Shorten Lead Times
Manufacturers can deliver quicker due to the extra hours of fully automated manufacturing
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Reduce Scrap
Reducing human interaction provides greater consistency and lowers error rates
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Attract Talent
Appeal to and maintain higher skilled workforce with engaging tasks, ergonomics, and safety
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Save On Utilities
Overhead costs such as lighting, HVAC, and even floor-space requirements can be reduced
Lights out — 24/7
You may be tired, but your automation is not. By leaning into automation solutions, shops around the globe are realizing the most profitable span of time can be when no one is physically located on the floor, yet the machine tools continue to run.
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Automation Categories
We partner with the best.
Wanting to pull automation into your workflow? Know you're not alone in figuring out the best path forward. At Okuma, we work with trusted automation partners to ensure full harmony with our high-quality machine tools.
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Bar Feeders
LEARN MORE →- Simple addition to most Okuma lathes
- Great for low-mix, high production manufacturing environment
- Affordable, entry-level automation to boost productivity
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Automatic Pallet Changers
LEARN MORE →- Perfect for vertical lathes, machining centers, and double columns
- Choose from in-machine, single-level, or tower APCs
- Provides hours of unattended machining
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Flexible Manufacturing Systems
LEARN MORE →- Seamlessly automate numerous machines, even different models
- Configured to manufacture a variety of parts
- Able to adapt and handle changing levels of production
- Setup consultation, configuration, and installation available
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Okuma Gantry Loaders
LEARN MORE →- Perfect for Okuma lathes or grinders
- Built-in solution for efficient part load, unload, and turnover
- Servo-driven hand rotation for speed and precision
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ROBOTICS
Pre-Kitted Automation Cells
LEARN MORE →- Pre-configured automation packages
- Easy to integrate, quick to implement
- Kits designed for all machine tool categories
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ROBOTICS
Industrial & Integrated Robotics
LEARN MORE →- Pre-engineered solutions for straightforward integration
- Configuration flexibility for specific applications
- Combine with smart manufacturing software for insights
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ROBOTICS
Cobots
LEARN MORE →- Okuma integrates with a wide range of collaborative robots
- Customizable programming, speed, and safety settings
- Intelligent features for insights into smart manufacturing
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ROBOTICS
Okuma ROID Series
ARMROID → STANDROID →- OEM built-in and standalone robot packages
- Single panel controls machine and robot
- Part loading/unloading, chip removal, and more
Automation Statistics
Automation is making a huge impact for those that embrace it
Robotic automation increases the utilization of your equipment by
200 to 400%1
You can shorten lead times and offer better quality at
30% less cost by using automation1
A CNC machine shop that employs robotic automation manufactures
47% more parts-per-hour2
When you add in automation, machine utilization increases from
2,000 to 6,000 hours per year3
With the right choice of robotic automation, your direct labor costs can be reduced
by 50 to 90%1
Okuma's Dream Site showcases lights out manufacturing with
100% productivity increase,
50% cut in lead-time,
30% electrical costs savings4
Resources
Automation Knowledge Center
Get started on your automation journey today.
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Back To Top ↑Cited Sources
1. Cutting Tool Engineering. CNC Automation: Should We?
2. Motion+Drives. 10 Reasons to Add Robotic Automation to Your CNC Shop.
3. Fastems. Automation Makes Manufacturing Competitive and Sustainable.
4. Protolabs. Data, Digital Threads, and Industry 4.0
FANUC ASI CERTIFIED
Okuma is proud to be a trusted FANUC Authorized System integrator (ASI). Experienced in implementing integrated automation solutions to meet our customers' needs, Okuma has the knowledge and expertise to provide systems ensured to improve quality, throughput, and productivity.