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Automated Manufacturing Solutions
Machine tending refers to the process of loading and unloading parts or raw materials into and out of production machinery - typically CNC machines, milling machines, lathes, or injection moulders.
Automating this process with robotic machine tending eliminates repetitive manual tasks and ensures consistent part handling. Our systems can be equipped with vision systems, grippers, and collaborative robots (cobots) to work safely alongside operators and optimise your production flow.
Transform your manufacturing operations with automated machine tending solutions
Automated machine tending allows a single robot to tend multiple machines, dramatically increasing machine utilisation and overall throughput. Robots can operate 24/7, enabling lights-out manufacturing.
By automating part handling, you eliminate inconsistencies caused by manual loading, leading to improved part quality, tighter tolerances, and lower scrap rates.
Manual machine tending poses risks such as exposure to sharp edges, hot surfaces, or repetitive strain. Our robotic systems improve workplace safety by taking over high-risk tasks.
Free up your skilled staff to focus on programming, maintenance, and value-added tasks instead of repetitive machine loading and unloading. This improves workforce utilisation and job satisfaction.
Our collaborative robot solutions have a compact design and can be deployed in space-constrained environments. With short setup time and rapid return on investment, machine tending is an ideal automation entry point.
Full support by Olympus Technologies in the UK with our team of 15 engineers and technicians always available to help with your machine tending automation.
We supply and integrate machine tending solutions built around proven robotic platforms
We work with top robotic platforms including Universal Robots and FANUC, ensuring broad compatibility and proven performance.
Our systems support machine tending automation across diverse manufacturing sectors
Automated loading and unloading of parts for high-precision turning operations with consistent quality.
Robotic tending for complex milling operations, reducing cycle times and improving throughput.
Automated part removal and handling for plastic injection moulding processes.
Eliminate variability in bending operations. The robot performs each task with precision, reducing scrap and rework.
Automated handling for finishing operations requiring consistent pressure and positioning.
Flexible automation solutions for various manufacturing processes across multiple industries.
The future of machine tending automation is being shaped by cutting-edge technological advancements
For high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments
Smart part detection and quality inspection
Optimise machine uptime and performance monitoring
Enhanced robotic decision-making and adaptability
As labour availability continues to shrink and global competition rises, robotic machine tending
will play a critical role in building resilient, scalable production environments.
We work closely with manufacturers of all sizes to deliver tailored solutions that increase productivity,
reduce manual handling, and enhance production efficiency.
Local support and understanding of UK manufacturing needs
Complete solutions tailored to your specific requirements
Quick deployment with comprehensive training programmes
Extensive experience in robotic automation solutions
Olympus Technologies can help you evaluate your needs, identify the right automation approach,
and deploy a tailored solution that delivers immediate value.
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