Gantry Loader

Ease of workpiece transfer and loading/unloading

High speed, high accuracy workpiece transfer and loading/unloading for unmanned operation over extended periods of time. Different specification work loader hands and work conveyors are available for a wide range of Mazak machine tools.

CNC turning centers ・Multi-tasking machines

GL series for extended periods of automatic operation

• High speed gantry loader ensures higher productivity
• 2-pallet workpiece conveyor at front and rear allows setup of next job during machining of the current one
• Wide variety of gantry loaders to meet your production requirements

Applicable machines	Gantry loader
CNC turning center MULTIPLEX W series	GL-100 / GL-150 / GL-200 / GL-300 / GL-400
Multi-tasking machine INTEGREX i series	GL-50F / GL-75F / GL-100F / GL-150F / GL-200F /GL-300F / GL-400F / GL-500F

 

New gantry loader meets a variety of automation requirements

• Flexible installation - conveyor can be located on machine right or left side, measurement equipment can be added and can connect 2 machines

 

• By adding automatic door and robot I/F, gantry loader can be field installed on QUICK TURNs
• Different specification work loader hands and gantry loaders are available to meet a wide range of production requirements

Applicable machine	Gantry loader
CNC turning centers QUICK TURN series* QT-COMPACT series	GL-30 / GL-50 / GL-100 / GL-150 / GL-200 / GL-300

_{*Not available for the QUICK TURN 400,450 series}

FF Horizontal machining center series

 

Compact production line with gantry loader

• Designed for large volume production for automotive components
  -for the machining of components such as engine blocks and cylinder heads

Compact Multiple Pallet Stocker System

The Multi Pallet Pool (MPP) is a new system to meet the increasing worldwide demand for automation. It is designed to provide high productivity for multiple variety, small lot production.

 

 

• Compact floor space for multiple pallet stocker
• Stocker can be expanded up to 18 pallets after the initial installation of a MPP with 6 pallets in response to increased production requirements
• 600kg max. load (pallet weight not included, depends on machine specifications)

 

Compatible machines and specifications	VARIAXIS i-600	VARIAXIS i-700	VARIAXIS i-700T
Number of pallets	6 / 12 / 18
Pallet size	400 mm × 400 mm (15.75" × 15.75")	500 mm × 500 mm (19.69" × 19.69")	Φ610mm (Φ24.02")
Max. load (without pallet)	300 kg (661 lbs)	600 kg (1323 lbs)
Max. workpiece size (without pallet)	Φ600 × H425 mm (Φ23.62" × 16.73")	Φ730 × H500 mm (Φ28.74" × 19.69"）

 

 

• Compact floor space for multiple pallet stocker
• Stocker can be expanded up to 18 pallets after the initial installation of a MPP with 6 pallets in response to increased production requirements
• 500kg max. load (pallet weight not included, depends on machine specifications)

 

Compatible machines and specifications	HCR-5000S
Number of pallets	6 / 12 / 18
Pallet size	500 mm × 500 mm (19.69" × 19.69")
Max. load (without pallet)	500 kg (1102 lbs)
Max. workpiece size (without pallet)	Φ700 × H643.6mm (27.56" × 25.34")

 

• Compact floor space for multiple pallet stocker
• Stocker can be expanded up to 16 pallets after the initial installation of a MPP with 10 pallets in response to increased production requirements
• 700kg max. load (pallet weight not included, depends on machine specifications)

Compatible machines and specifications	HCN-4000	HCN-5000, HCN-5000/50
Number of pallets	10 / 16
Pallet size	400 mm × 400 mm (15.75" × 15.75")	500 mm × 500 mm (19.69" × 19.69")
Max. load (without pallet)	400 kg (882 lbs)	700 kg (1543 lbs)
Max. workpiece size (without pallet)	Φ630 × H900 mm (Φ24.8" × 35.43")	Φ800 × H1000 mm (Φ31.50" × 39.37")

High Productivity Automation System

 

Mazak offers the Palletech Manufacturing Cell (1 level) and Palletech High Rise System (2, 3 level) according to your volume of production and budget.

Furthermore, the Palletech System is designed for convenient system expansion after the initial installation to easily respond to increased production requirements in the future. 

Modular Design

 

Palletech Expandability

A single machine system can be expanded - pallet stocker(s), loading station(s) and machines can be added in response to increased production requirements after the initial system installation.

Mazak Smart Manufacturing System (SMS) with Large Capacity Pallet Stocker

 

• Maximum 16 machines, 8 setup stations, 240 pallets
• Flexible system length and height layout
• Maximum 6 types of stocker sizes available to meet your production requirements
• Stocker crane for high speed loading / unloading
• Loading/unloading station for material pallets also available.
• Loading station allows access from two directions and area sensor for safety
• Smooth PMC controller for convenient machining management
• System integration with ERP available
• Software for integration with other computer network available upon request.

Smooth PMC controller machining management system

Production data and status can be monitored using the Smooth PMC controller management system. Fixture pallet synchronized with material pallet at loading station also available.

 

Mazak is the largest manufacturer of Flexible Manufacturing Systems, with a 30 year production history.    

Automation can enhance productivity through increased machine tool utilization.

To ensure you have the right automation for your facility, Mazak offers a range of higher productivity systems to help you meet your specific production needs.

Mazak's Gantry Loaders provide fast loading and unloading for high-volume manufacturing. They bring more versatility, flexibility and productivity when managing chuck and shaft work by offering a variety of loading stations and robotic hands. Gantry loader systems are easy to install and operate, providing a quick, turnkey system that results in immediate increases in productivity.

Mazak's Multi Pallet Pool (MPP) System is a compact multiple pallet stocker system ideal for manufacturers who require basic automation to increase productivity and/or have limited floor space that prevents installation of a system with a horizontal pallet stocker. As an expandable system, it offers optimal flexibility by allowing shops to initially incorporate the stocker with a few pallets and grow the system as production needs change.

Offering amazing production flexibility, Mazak's Palletech system brings high levels of efficiency to high-mix, low-volume production as well as high-volume operations. Fully compatible with Mazak's range of horizontal machining centers, Multi-Tasking machines and Orbitec 20 machining centers for large parts, Palletech is available in single, double and triple-level pallet stocker configurations. Because of its modular, pre-engineered construction, Palletech easily expands along with your growing business, with a range of options that can accommodate up to 16 machines with 240 pallets and 8 loading stations.

A smart factory solution with the highest level of flexibility and customization, the Mazatec Smart Manufacturing System (SMS) offers manufacturers a wide range of configurations and options to achieve fully automated processes in any facility. In addition to integrating with Muratec’s manufacturing execution system (MES), the system uses Smooth PMC to simplify system management. A high-speed stocker crane, maximum stocker height of 39.4 ft (12 m) and large degree of flexibility make this the ideal solution for automating entire facilities.