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C&B Machinery has supported the reshoring of a 30" Double Disc Grinding Machine for a major U.S. automotive manufacturer's transmission plant. Originally installed in an overseas facility, this machine is now being brought back to the U.S., where it will be retooled, reautomated and upgraded to enhance performance and efficiency for a Michigan-based production program.

Key upgrades and enhancements:

• Automatic gauging system-The machine will be upgraded with a closed-looped gauging system to ensure precise post-process measurements and improved quality control throughout the grinding process.
• FANUC Robot Integration-Replace the existing complex automation system with a streamlined, standardized FANUC robot, improving efficiency, reliability and compatibility with the customer's existing automation set-up. This upgrade ensures a common automation platform across the plant, simplifying maintenance and operations.
• Updated pump back system-The machine will feature a redesigned pump back system, reducing its overall footprint and saving valuable floor space in the facility while maintaining optimal coolant and swarf management.
• Flexible and standardized tooling-To enhance flexibility, the machine is being retooled to accommodate the manufacturer's entire part family, utilizing common tooling already in use within this facility. This standardization reduces changeover times and increases production efficiency while aligning with the customer's existing processes.

"By implementing these upgrades, C&B Machinery is ensuring that this reshored grinding machine will not only meet the demands of the current production environment, but also provide long-term value in efficiency, automation and precision grinding," said a company spokesperson.

For more information contact:

C&B Machinery

55397 Lyon Industrial Dr.

New Hudson, MI 48165

248-264-9800

sales@cbmachinery.com