Case Studies

Phentagon Lab Srl, an Italian specialist in dental implantology, has enhanced its machining capabilities with FANUC ROBODRILL CNC machining technology. The investment is enabling the company to achieve faster production, greater flexibility and consistently high quality when manufacturing complex dental solutions from demanding materials.

Loop Technology is using FANUC M-2000 series industrial robots to support the development of its FibreLINE composite preform automation system for the aerospace sector. The robots handle large, complex end effectors with exceptional precision, helping deliver breakthrough deposition rates, better cell access and repeatable quality for next-generation aircraft structures.

Investing in a new machine tool typically comes with a checklist that includes priorities such as precision, speed, efficiency and reliability. While many machines claims to meet these objectives, only actual results in real-world applications can qualify such assertions. And where better to test the merits of FANUC machines than a high-volume machine shop serving sectors that include automotive, white goods and electronics. The results speak for themselves.

When it comes to automating a factory, the reliability of the systems is just as important as their efficiency. An excellent maintenance and repair service can make all the difference.

There are numerous plastic injection moulding machines available on the market, but most modern manufacturers seek a core set of key attributes based on flexibility, energy efficiency and performance. As a result, the highly capable FANUC ROBOSHOT, with its potential for rapid tool changes and all-electric low energy consumption, is a proven choice for any manufacturer of plastic products looking to become more competitive and gain market share. Among those able to provide testimony is Hungary-based Viskiplast.

Automation is not just for high-volume applications. AS Adhesive Solutions, a specialist consultant and partner for the adhesives industry, recognises that many SMEs processing small quantities can benefit from full or part-automated processes. In such instances, a collaborative robot (cobot) often provides the optimal way forward.

Dovy Keukens is a real success story: from a start-up using a flax shed in 1980 to a 55,000 m2 state-of-the art production facility today with around 430 employees. This progressive manufacturer of custom kitchens is one of the most sophisticated around, and sitting at the heart of its production plant are several six-axis industrial robots from FANUC.

Although electricity prices levelled off across 2023 and 2024 following huge spikes in 2020 and 2022, they are still significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels, with many experts predicting they may remain high for the rest of this decade and potentially beyond. The way for beleaguered manufacturers to fight back is to invest in energy-efficient machinery, just like the FANUC ROBOSHOT injection moulding machine.

All growing manufacturers need a reliable technology partner with innovative machines and solutions that can underpin success in the globally competitive market. Able to provide suitable testimony is Germany-based AKO Kunststoffe GmbH, a fourth-generation family-run injection moulding business that relies on around 30 FANUC ROBOSHOT all-electric injection moulding machines, including eight automated with FANUC industrial robots.

Automating the inspection and machining of forged blanks at one of the world’s major chain manufacturers presented a number of demanding challenges, including: limited availability of space, a broad mix of different parts and a complex bin-picking process. However, with FANUC products and a little ingenuity, it was possible to arrive at the optimal solution, delivering a number of notable advantages for this forward-thinking manufacturer.

Vernay is globally renowned for flow control solutions, producing over a billion rubber valve components annually across Asia, the Americas, and Europe. Their critical products, used in devices like respirators and EV battery systems, must meet the highest quality standards with zero defects.

The Cobot CRX-10𝑖A/L from FANUC makes it easy to produce reliably in the tightest of spaces. It has a compact design and significantly increases machine availability.

ARCUS ELEKTROTECHNIK is using a FANUC ROBODRILL Plus-K automated machining cell to manufacture complex, high-precision energy sector components economically from batch sizes as small as one. Combining a FANUC ROBODRILL 𝛼-D21M𝑖B5 ADV Plus CNC machining centre with integrated tool and workpiece handling via a FANUC LR Mate 200𝑖D robot, the solution enables flexible, unmanned production with rapid changeovers and minimal downtime.

CNC tool-grinding machine manufacturer SCHNEEBERGER Maschinen AG selected FANUC for its global reputation, durable products and support network. FANUC provided a comprehensive solution with CNC, robots, and motors, enabling seamless communication. The adoption of FANUC's latest 31𝑖-B CNC improved diagnostics and enhanced tool-grinding quality.

Developing a new take on an age-old process such as turning requires superhuman levels of creativity and innovation. Moreover, converting those new machine visions and concepts into reality necessitates extremely advanced control technology. With this thought in mind, machine tool builder FFG Werke knew exactly where to turn for a CNC system with necessary capability and performance to complement its groundbreaking new vertical turning centre: FANUC.

In the food packaging industry, production must be fast, reliable and clean. No wonder Poloplast chose FANUC's ROBOSHOT injection moulding machines. In addition to immediate efficiency improvements and energy savings, the advanced software features on the machines allow the company to further monitor and increase productivity while expanding its range of biodegradable products.

Because manufacturers everywhere face shortages of skilled labor, and as a company dedicated to excellence, Kunstoff-Packungen continuously seeks ways to improve its level of automation.

Where a new manufacturer quickly achieves success, it becomes necessary to find a suitable partner for factory automation. Selecting the optimal supplier will help the manufacturer to ramp-up quickly in line with growing customer demand, while simultaneously facilitating higher levels of productivity and efficiency.

Developing a new machine tool is no easy task, but when the machine in question must turn hard components to within micron-level accuracy, the job becomes decidedly more challenging. The way forward for Dutch machine tool builder Hembrug, was to engage with the expertise and technologies of FANUC. By deploying both FANUC CNC and robot solutions, the company was able to meet key objectives for its new high-specification MikroTurn Twin hard-turning machine.

When the COVID-19 pandemic swept across Europe, the need for effective particle filters to protect people from the virus was clear to see. FANUC, along with numerous other suppliers, sprang into action, in this case establishing a fully automated production cell to accelerate the manufacture of particle filters at the SIGMA Research & Development Institute in the Czech Republic.

Taking on demanding palletising tasks is child's play for robots. For complex applications, well thought-out development and design ensure production efficiency and competitiveness.

Automation never comes to a standstill. Even when duplicating a production cell, there is room for improvement such as optimised cycle times and reliability.

Robots are ideal for the automation of welding tasks. Their high-quality work becomes even more amazing when large welding components come into play.

Many tasks throughout industry are tailor-made for automation. Grinding and polishing are among this number, particularly when challenging materials make these processes slow and onerous for human operatives.

What do most contract machining companies consider when looking to reach the next level of efficiency, productivity and reliability? The answer, of course, is automation. For this very reason, Germany-based WU Mechanische Werkstätte GmbH built an automation cell -featuring a FANUC industrial robot - for loading and unloading one of its own machine tools. Two years later, a visitor liked the concept so much he asked WU to build him one. This marked the beginning of an additional revenue stream based on the design and build of automation cells featuring high-performance industrial robots from FANUC.

Sometimes a long-standing and business-critical working relationship develops almost by chance. In this case, when a major customer expressed a preference for FANUC robots, leading UK system integrator ALS Mechatronic was prompted away from its existing robot suppliers. Five years later, the company is truly glad about the situation, as FANUC and ALS Mechatronic have established a highly fruitful and rewarding business partnership that today benefits a broad spread of the company’s end users all around the world.

TAVIL develops high-speed, multi-format packaging and palletising solutions for customers with diverse production requirements. Through its long-standing partnership with FANUC, the company combines its automation expertise with a broad range of robotics technologies to deliver flexible and reliable end-of-line solutions.

High production efficiency, low energy costs and noise emissions bundled with great technical support and service is what customers can expect from FANUC’s ROBOSHOT fully electric injection moulding machine.