Lights Out Mfg – Partnering with Thame Workholding for Automation Excellence
Thame Workholding is proud to collaborate with Lights Out Mfg, a leader in manufacturing automation. Specialising in solutions that maximise productivity and minimise downtime, Lights Out Mfg offers innovative tools to keep operations running smoothly around the clock. Their advanced products, such as the RoboWrench, RoboWrench x5, and CNC Vise actuator, are designed to reduce manual intervention and boost efficiency. With Lights Out Mfg’s cutting-edge automation solutions, now available through Thame Workholding, manufacturers can achieve higher output, lower costs, and enhanced operational performance.
Why Choose Lights Out Mfg?
1. Automation for Continuous Production: Lights Out Mfg is renowned for its commitment to lights-out manufacturing, ensuring machines can run with minimal supervision, day and night. Their automation solutions are designed to improve production efficiency, allowing manufacturers to make the most of every operational hour.
2. RoboWrench – Precision and Speed: A flagship product, the RoboWrench automates the tool and workholding change process, drastically reducing setup times and eliminating human error. By automating these repetitive tasks, RoboWrench enables faster changeovers and consistent precision across all workholding operations.
3. The New RoboWrench x5 – Next-Level Automation for 5 Axis Machines: Building on the success of the original RoboWrench, the RoboWrench x5 bring the same technology but to 5 axis machines. With unlimited stroke the RoboWrench x5 can switch between different billet sizes without human intervention, improving cycle times and enhancing your machines automatic capabilities, the RoboWrench x5 is perfect for manufacturers looking to push the boundaries of efficiency. Its cutting-edge design ensures that even the most demanding production environments benefit from optimised automation.
4. CNC Vise Actuator – Streamlined Workholding: In addition to the RoboWrench range, Lights Out Mfg offers the CNC Vice actuator, which is the entry level and automates the opening and closing of CNC vices, allowing for quick and precise clamping without manual intervention. This system ensures secure, repeatable clamping, further reducing downtime and boosting productivity in CNC machining environments.
5. Durability and Reliability: Lights Out Mfg products are built to withstand the rigours of continuous use in industrial settings. From the robust construction of the RoboWrench systems to the high-quality design of the CNC Vise actuator, these tools are designed to last, ensuring long-term performance and reducing the need for frequent maintenance.
6. Adaptability Across Industries: Whether you’re in aerospace, automotive, or precision engineering, Lights Out Mfg solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly with a wide variety of machines and processes. Their automation systems are versatile, making them an ideal solution for manufacturers looking to scale up their automation capabilities.
7. Long-Term Cost Savings: By reducing manual labour, speeding up setup times, and ensuring consistent precision, Lights Out Mfg solutions contribute to significant cost savings. These products not only improve operational efficiency but also reduce the risks associated with human error, allowing businesses to achieve greater profitability over time.
Lights Out Mfg Product Range
RoboWrench and RoboWrench x5:
- Automated Workholding Changes: Eliminate manual intervention for faster and more precise part changes.
- Improved Accuracy: Ensure repeatability and precision with every setup.
- Increased Throughput: Maximise machine uptime, reducing delays between processes.
CNC Vise Actuator:
- Automated Clamping: Simplify the clamping process in CNC machining with secure, repeatable results.
- Quick Operation: Fast and reliable vise actuation, reducing downtime and improving workflow efficiency.