Whats New in Punch Press Automation?
Figure 1 A space-saving automatic load/unload system loads and unloads material from the same side of the punch press. Both the loading of raw material and the unloading of finished nests are handled at the front of the unit, away from the loader head, providing access to the pallets from one side using a forklift. More Flexibility. Automation systems now have the versatility to change part programs automatically, giving the user the flexibility to schedule jobs that use different material sizes, thickness, and types. This allows the fabricator to punch small to medium-size batches efficiently. Feed systems provide material storage/warehousing and are used to deliver material to the load station so that it can be handled by a loader or a robot. The feed system can deliver multiple pallets to a load system, with each pallet having a different material type, size, and thickness, thus providing flexibility for easy job changeover. The ability for job changeover makes these systems suitabl
