Taurus Automation™ presents Taurus HP1000 (High Production), the new automatic machine tool tending and CNC system designed to increase productivity, quality, and safety in machining departments. This compact and advanced solution is ideal for confined workshop spaces, capable of handling heavy loads and optimizing machine use efficiently and continuously.
Machine tool tending: from manual labor to smart automation
In traditional workshops, machine tool tending requires the constant presence of an operator to load and unload parts during every cycle. This leads to high costs and complex resource management. With Taurus HP1000, tending is fully automated: the robot manages all part-handling phases, while qualified operators can focus on higher-value activities, such as quality control or process management. A single automated unit can be installed between two machines with a distance of approximately 2 meters to manage tending, eliminating the need for an operator per machine and maximizing production efficiency. The system integrates a vertical warehouse with a high production buffer, equipped with drawers rated for 150 kg each, allowing the management of multiple production lots in parallel. During the automatic cycle, the operator can load new parts in masked time (internal time), without interrupting the machine cycle. Once loading is complete, simply close the drawer and press the “loading complete” button: the robot retrieves the drawer and initiates a new tending cycle.
Main technical features
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Vertical warehouse with high production buffer: Enables the management of multiple lots simultaneously, preventing production interruptions and ensuring operational continuity.
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Single drawer load capacity – 150 kg: Designed with high-capacity telescopic slides, each drawer can support a total load of 150 kg.
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Reduced installation footprint – only 2000 mm between two CNCs: Optimizes the layout of production departments, making automation possible even in workshops with limited floor space.
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Explore our robotic cells and cobot stations for integrated applications.
The advantages of automatic tending in machining departments
Increased Productivity Shorter and more consistent cycle times, with zero idle time between parts.
Improvement and Maintenance of Takt Time (machine cycle) The system maintains a constant machine cycle time, ensuring a regular and predictable production flow.
Greater Quality and Repeatability The automated process eliminates errors due to operator fatigue, ensuring precise positioning and reducing the risk of damage to components or tools.
Reduction in Operating Costs Automation allows for a significant reduction in costs related to repetitive labor and machining waste. At the same time, companies become more competitive by producing more with fewer resources, without requiring specialized skills to run the automated machines.
Advanced Monitoring and Control The system can integrate sensors, machine vision, and traceability functions, enabling statistical analysis (SPC), predictive maintenance, and connection with MES systems and Industry 4.0 platforms. To discover more application examples, visit the section dedicated to the revamping of robotic systems.
Regulatory compliance and certified safety
All Taurus Automation™ systems are designed in compliance with major international safety standards for industrial robotics, including:
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EN ISO 10218-2 – Robots and robotic devices — Safety requirements for industrial robots
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EN ISO 13849-1:2023 – Safety of machinery — Safety-related parts of control systems — Part 1: General principles for design
Furthermore, our solutions can be configured in accordance with the latest Human-Robot Collaboration (HRC) guidelines, ensuring maximum protection for operators and facilities.
The Taurus HP1000 system represents a concrete step toward the smart, automated factory: higher productivity, superior quality, and certified safety. A strategic investment for companies looking to optimize their processes and compete at the highest levels in the modern manufacturing sector.
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