4 Ways Ludlow Utilizes Metal Fabrication Automation to Meet Customer Needs
Metal fabrication automation is an integral part of industry success with a long list of benefits. Automated solutions allow metal fab shops to boost productivity, ensure consistent product quality and reduce production time. Metal fabrication automation also reduces labor costs and worker fatigue while making the environment safer for employees.
Automation has always been a key part of the Ludlow philosophy. Since its founding, Ludlow has been committed to providing customers with the best products, highest quality, and fastest service. The newest technologies are an integral part of that commitment to staying at the forefront of the industry, and can be demonstrated in four of Ludlow’s metal fabrication processes.
Automated Bending Cell
The Trumpf Automated Bending Cell automates every step of the metal forming process, starting with setting up the right tools. The Trumpf is considered the “world’s fastest small-part bending cell,” which is backed up with accurate and precise bends. The automated bending cell also features a conveyer system for smooth load and offload of products.
Fiber Laser Automation
The new 2021 Bystronic ByStar Fiber 3015 15k employs extremely accurate and fast fiber laser technology. In addition to fast cutting speeds, the productivity of this machine is boosted with the Bystronic BySort. This automated fiber laser automation solution ensures an efficient and safer material flow, decreasing production time and allowing for fast service delivery.
Automated Welding Cell
Genesis Welding Cells allow Ludlow to provide customers with quality welds and meet the tightest deadlines. This automated solution is equipped with a powerful robotic welding units with a short cycle time and efficient part production.
Quality Control
Ludlow’s metal fabrication automation extends beyond their metal forming and laser cutting services. Quality control is an essential part of service delivery, and an incredibly efficient one with the Amada FabriVISION. This high-tech, laser-based inspection technology shortens the first article inspection by 96% and compares the part to the CAD drawing, ensuring a consistent and accurate quality control process.
Ludlow’s commitment to metal fabrication automation and the latest technologies play an important role in their prompt service delivery and accurate part production. The combination of years of experience and automation also allows Ludlow to be a complete source of metal fabrications.