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.

For decades technology in the form of automation has been the sole domain of large global manufacturing enterprises. Today, CINCINNATI Incorporated is changing the game by making automation more accessible for many small to mid-size manufacturers.

September 11 holds a special place in the hearts of Americans. And CINCINNATI® Incorporated (CI) is proud to put its American-Made spirit on full display at FABTECH September 11-14, 2023. Attendees will get a first-hand look at what the machine tool manufacturer has to offer in exhibit space A4513 in Chicago’s McCormick Place. Highlights include the introduction of CI’s innovative press brake series, the latest in bending, welding, and laser cutting along with demonstrations of the company’s fully integrated manufacturing process.

From the supply chain disruption to mounting material and overhead costs, and tightening delivery schedules, manufacturers across the board are challenged on multiple fronts. As baby-boomers age out of the workforce in record numbers, you can add a labor shortage to the list. And, as if they needed more to worry about, consumer demand is on the rise forcing manufacturers to do more with less.

The past year was a wild ride for Cincinnati Inc. Before we bid a final farewell to 2021, let’s take a look back at some of the highlights of the past 365 days.

When Etobicoke, Ont.-based high-voltage switchgear and protection manufacturer S&C Electric Canada wanted to upgrade its press brake department, it was considering replacing two machines. After review, the team determined that it could actually refurbish one of them, saving money while improving the efficiency, productivity, and safety of its equipment.

Would you like to add a shift on your press brake, but can’t find qualified operators? For that matter, are you short on operators for your first or second shift? Introducing the new CI ROBOFORM automated robotic press brake bending system, now available with our GoForm electric press brake. With the ROBOFORM, you can produce parts automatically without an operator, even overnight.