Labor availability
Reduce dependence on operators for repetitive loading and unloading tasks.
CNC LATHE AUTOMATION
Keep your CNC lathe running longer
Labor shortages, shift changes, and repetitive loading tasks leave lathes idle more than they should be. Robotic tending keeps parts moving through the cycle without adding headcount.
Pain points we solve
Machine utilization
Keep spindles running through breaks, shift changes, and unattended periods.
Repetitive work
Move operators away from repetitive machine-loading and unloading tasks.
Production consistency
Create a repeatable process for loading and unloading parts.
How robotic lathe tending works
Present parts
Raw parts are organized within the Labot system.
Load the lathe
The robot picks the workpiece and loads it into the CNC.
Machine the part
The CNC completes the machining cycle automatically.
Unload & repeat
Finished parts are removed and the next workpiece is loaded.
No robot programming required. Every step is configured through Smart EZ.
CUSTOMIZATION
CNC lathe automation built around your application
Standardized automation. Customized where your process requires it.
✓Standardized entry point, minimal engineering overhead
✓Tray and gripper configuration adapt to your part geometry
✓Application-specific customization when the standard setup is not enough
✓Built for job shops and manufacturers who want automation without unnecessary complexity
Find the right Labot
No robot programming required
Select your part
Configure the job
Start production
Designed for real-world CNC production
High-mix productionSmall & mid-sized shopsRetrofitting existing CNC equipmentUnattended & lights-out runs
Frequently asked questions
How does CNC machining software support automation?⌄
CNC automation software coordinates job recipes, part presentation, robot motions, and machine signals so operators can change production without editing robot code. Smart EZ brings those steps into one guided interface.
How do you automate CNC machine loading?⌄
A machine-tending robot combines part presentation, the correct gripper, a CNC interface, and a repeatable loading recipe. The robot loads raw material, starts the machining cycle, removes the finished part, and repeats.
What is the best machine tending robot for a small CNC shop?⌄
The right system depends on part size, payload, machine layout, cycle time, and desired unattended runtime. Labot offers standardized configurations so a shop can start with the capacity and footprint that fit its application.
How can machine tending help reduce labor requirements?⌄
Machine tending moves repetitive loading and unloading away from operators, keeps CNC equipment running through breaks and shift changes, and lets skilled employees focus on setup, quality, and higher-value production work.