Sign of the times recognized! Trumpf relies on 3D laser complete systems and new material transport

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Two interesting news items from Ditzingen have just come in! Trumpf believes in comprehensive systems for 3D laser material processing and also offers smart automated material transport.

The Intech is coming! Trumpf recognizes that automation in 3D laser material processing is at the top of the users' agenda. The Ditzingen-based company responds with what is said to be a flexible option for this. There is also something new for material handling...(Image: Trumpf)
The Intech is coming! Trumpf recognizes that automation in 3D laser material processing is at the top of the users' agenda. The Ditzingen-based company responds with what is said to be a flexible option for this. There is also something new for material handling...
(Image: Trumpf)

The demand for automation is steadily growing—particularly in the area of hot-formed parts for body construction, where the safe handling of increasingly larger components often presents challenges for production planners. Trumpf, therefore, now offers its laser systems as automated complete systems. With flexible automation options, users in 3D laser material processing can reduce their cycle times and thus save costs. And this, even though Trumpf laser machines are already considered highly productive. With automation, more can now be leveraged in the upstream and downstream production steps, as stated from Ditzingen.

All-inclusive package for automation beginners

At the Intech in-house exhibition, an example of such flexible automation is showcased. This consists of a machine for 3D laser cutting, a robot for component handling, and camera-based quality control, as learned in advance. Trumpf also targets companies that still have little experience in automating their production with this offering. They provide users with a package including planning, installation, commissioning, and service. Trumpf coordinates the on-site installation together with the automation specialist Autom-8. Trumpf manages the project throughout to ensure a smooth process. After commissioning, the team from Ditzingen serves as the central contact for all service inquiries, problem resolution, and maintenance planning.

Less effort in smart material handling

Automating material transport in production also presents challenges for many users. Typically, a company must digitize and network its entire production for this purpose. Not everyone can afford this investment, as Trumpf hinted at the second innovation. However, with the "Material Flow Kit," the team from Ditzingen, together with intralogistics specialist Safelog, has developed something new again that is easy to use and requires reduced installation effort, as stated. Mobile robots transport the material through production. The vehicles can be controlled via a web application that works on any mobile device in the user's network. Employees are then free for value-adding tasks. Transport orders for the mobile robot can be created with just a few clicks via the web app. This alleviates the skills shortage and increases productivity in sheet metal processing. This system will also be experienced for the first time at an Intech and is simultaneously available for the market. But there's more to come...

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