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Benefits of Machine Loading Robots 

Benefits of Machine Loading Robots We are regularly asked about the benefits of machine-loading robots. Production speeds and safety are increased when using robots for machine loading. Repeatedly having to... Read more

How can I optimise my CNC Efficiency?

CNC Efficiency CNC machines were first introduced into the industry in the 1940s and were seen to be a means to improve quality and efficiency. It also enabled the machining... Read more

Proof of Principle: Why?

What is Proof of Principle? A Proof of Principle prototype, often referred to as Proof of Concept, is the process of identifying if a particular process or group of processes... Read more

Machine Builders UK | What is a URS? Why is it important?

What is a User Requirement Specification (URS), and why is it important? A URS is an extremely important technical document that is generated and used to initiate the tender process... Read more

Industrial Automation

SP Automation & Robotics are an award-winning systems integrator and bespoke machine builder for Industrial Automation applications in advanced manufacturing sectors. We offer a turnkey service from design concept to project completion. Our... Read more

AI and Automation – skills for newly created jobs

Reflecting on yesterday’s Confederation of British Industry (CBI) Business Insight Conference, it is clear that real collaboration must take place if jobs are to survive AI and automation. Tracy Black,... Read more

Advantages of Automation

Automation in the manufacturing industry is the process of integrating industrial machinery to automatically perform tasks such as material handling, packing, palletising, welding, dispensing, cutting, etc. By using hardware and... Read more

Benefits of Rotary & Linear Systems

Rotary & Linear Systems - Bespoke automated systems compromise a multitude of technologies. Incorporated into our demo machine is a linear Beckhoff Automation eXtended Transport System (XTS), which we will... Read more

The three cell process to data acquisition

Accurate data control is a requirement in most industries. Recording data at each stage of the manufacturing process ensures a traceable product and allows for an assurance of quality on... Read more

Medical Device Automation

Medical Device Automation This medical device automation project is a fully automated machine, made up of three assembly and test modules. Specially coated bowl feed systems are used to feed... Read more