LIGHTS OUT MACHINING

Some automated processes don’t need human oversight or control and can continue outside of business hours and even overnight—hence the term “lights out.” Lights out machining is a way for precision machining companies like Cadorath to increase productivity and create efficiencies—providing cost benefits to client and company alike.

 

ADVANTAGES OF LIGHTS OUT MACHINING

  • Allows production to continue without human operators.
  • Related costs are enhanced through reduced labour costs.
  • Some machining equipment can continuously run 24 hours a day.
  • Allows time intensive operations—such as finishing passes—to run during low demand periods.

 

ORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT

When automated processes began to spread into industries world-wide, lights out machining was developed as a natural next step.

 

FUTURE APPLICATIONS

Lights out machining processes will continue to advance at Cadorath, allowing for a redistribution of jobs and priorities. While some repetitive machining no longer requires dedicated attention, technicians can then be used for shorter, more complex tasks that require more focus from the operator.

 

Would you like to learn more about the benefits of lights out machining?
Contact us to talk with an expert.
Call: 204.985.1317
E-mail: [email protected]

 

OUR AUTOMATION CAPABILITIES:

AUTOMATION
Lights Out Machining Robotics
Automated Processes

 

OUR MANUFACTURING CAPABILITIES:

MANUFACTURING
Machining Fabrication
Welding Automation