Glossary

CNC loading

CNC loading is machine tending applied to lathes and mills, often with cylindrical parts that benefit from a self-centering grip. It enables higher spindle uptime and unattended operation.

Related terms

Machine tending

Using a robot to load and unload a machine such as a CNC, press or injection molder.

Self-centering gripper

A gripper whose jaws move together so the part is automatically centered on the tool axis.

Lights-out manufacturing

Running production unattended, including overnight, with no operators present.

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