Idle robot capacity
One robot serves two machines instead of sitting idle.
DUAL & MULTI-MACHINE TENDING
One robot, two machines. Close the idle-time gap.
Waiting on a single machine wastes robot capacity. Labot MD tends two machines from one cell, so idle time between cycles disappears.
Pain points we solve
Staggered cycle times
Smart scheduling keeps both machines fed.
Floor space
Consolidate two cells into one footprint.
Throughput ceiling
More parts per shift without a second robot.
How dual-machine tending works
Present parts
Raw parts are organized within the Labot system.
Load machine one
The robot loads the first CNC and starts its cycle.
Load machine two
While machine one runs, the robot loads the second.
Cycle & repeat
The robot alternates as each machine finishes its cycle.
No robot programming required. Every step is configured through Smart EZ.
CUSTOMIZATION
Dual-machine tending built around your application
Standardized automation. Customized where your process requires it.
✓Standardized entry point, minimal engineering overhead
✓Scheduling logic adapts to each machine’s cycle time
✓Application-specific customization when the standard setup is not enough
✓Built for shops running two compatible machines side by side
Find the right Labot
No robot programming required
Select your parts
Configure both jobs
Start production
Designed for real-world CNC production
Two compatible CNC machinesStaggered or matched cycle timesSmall & mid-sized shopsMaximizing existing floor space
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.