When cutting large workpieces, such as automotive molds or increasingly large semiconductor manufacturing equipment, gantry-type machining centers often present challenges in terms of floor space and installation costs. Many manufacturers may face these issues as well.

Sugino Machine’s「SELFEEDER DUO Robot Edition」 is a robotic machining unit that mounts to the end of an industrial robot, enabling a wide range of cutting operations. In addition to drilling and tapping, it performs high-precision milling and end-milling—operations that are typically difficult to achieve with robots alone.

A New Alternative to Machining Centers | Robotic Cutting

By attaching a spindle unit capable of high-precision cutting to an industrial robot, the robot is transformed into a versatile cutting machine. Its ability to approach workpieces from various angles and orientations enables multi-face machining of large workpieces. Multiple robots can also be installed for simultaneous processing. Compared to large machining centers, this solution significantly reduces both costs and required floor space.