Applications
Get more from your machine
From robot and cobot loading to improved ergonomics and higher productivity, CNC AutoDoor provides automatic door opening for a wide range of CNC machine applications.
Robot loading
The CNC AutoDoor comes with a control box requiring only two signals to open and close the machine door. This makes it a universal plug & play system, compatible with any CNC machine and all robot brands.
Cobot loading
The CNC AutoDoor integrates seamlessly with cobots through a simple plug & play interface. For Universal Robots, we offer a dedicated URCap for smart integration.
Productivity
An underestimated economic advantage: optionally the door opener can open automatically at the end of the machine cycle. This is a great visual notification that the CNC cycle is finished. It has been proven that the opened machine door is a better notification than the end of cycle light.
Customers report that this can increase productivity by 10-15%.
Ergonomics
A common problem among operators is that their arms and joints are overloaded due to frequent opening of the machine door. The CNC AutoDoor solves this problem, resulting in less repetitive strain injuries and less workers’ compensations costs.
Lights-out manufacturing
Reliable automatic operation for uninterrupted unattended production.
What customers say
“Repeatedly opening heavy machine doors was causing physical strain for our operators. CNC AutoDoor makes this quick and safe and significantly reduces the physical load.”
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can an automatic door opener reduce machine idle time?
CNC AutoDoor can.
When operators immediately recognise that a machine has completed its cycle, the time between unloading, reloading and starting the next cycle is reduced.
Although the saving per cycle may be small, CNC AutoDoor can add up to a significant productivity improvement over the course of a working day.
Can CNC AutoDoor be used for small production batches?
Absolutely.
Automatic door operation is not only beneficial in high-volume production.
Many job shops and subcontractors benefit from improved ergonomics, reduced operator workload and shorter non-productive time, even when producing small batches or single parts.
Is CNC AutoDoor useful even when machining cycles are short?
Yes.
Short machining cycles often require frequent operator interaction.
In these situations, eliminating manual door operation can have an even greater impact because the door is opened and closed many more times during a shift.
Can CNC AutoDoor also be installed on new CNC machines?
Yes.
CNC AutoDoor is suitable for both new CNC machines and existing machines.
Many machine builders, automation companies and end users integrate CNC AutoDoor into new machine installations as well as retrofit projects.
