For a lot of fabricators, the words press brake automation sparks the same reaction: intrigue mixed with anxiety. You’ve seen the videos—sleek, fenced-in robotic cells from brands like Amada or Trumpf, bending the same part over and over with flawless precision. Impressive? Absolutely. Practical for a high-mix job shop? That’s where the fear creeps in.

“Built to Fit, Designed to Grow” says it all. Cincinnati Incorporated’s (CI) MARCH 400 laser automation system is built to meet today’s needs without overcommitting, and ready to scale as your shop grows. It helps you run more efficiently, cut down on manual labor, and get the most from your fiber laser investment.

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Only a few years ago, collaborative robots, or cobots, were rolled out to demonstrate their viability in welding applications. An operator—who didn’t need to be a welder—could take the cobot, teach it by moving it along the prospective weld path, and start the welding process.