25/06/2025 – Shear, chamfer, extrude, thread and optional bend from coils or bars

Flexible automation: optimising production efficiency

In today’s manufacturing landscape, flexibility and efficiency are essential.

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Videx “M-27 flexible line”: cut, chamfer, thread, bend. © Videx

 

Videx Flexible-Automation provides a solution that combines automation with adaptability, transforming traditional production lines into fully automatic systems that can operate independently when needed.

The concept behind

Videx Flexible-Automation connects machines from Videx and other leading vendors to create fully automatic production lines. These lines are designed to be flexible, with each machine able to operate independently, offering customers the ability to run short batches or adjust to different production needs. Whether for large production runs or small batches, Videx provides a system that works for both.

Key Features of Videx Flexible-Automation

– Autonomous Operation

The fully automatic lines operate unmanned, relying on advanced sensors for protection, which allows the system to run with only one operator overseeing the entire process. This sensor-based approach ensures safety and reduces the need for constant supervision.

– Centralised Control

The production line is managed from a main control panel, with additional local screens on each machine. This setup provides both centralised control and flexibility, allowing operators to monitor performance at various points in the production process.

– Remote Control and Service

Videx provides a laptop with the necessary software for remote control and service. This feature allows the system to be maintained and optimised without requiring on-site technicians, reducing downtime and improving overall efficiency.

– Raw Material Options

Customers can choose between coils or bars as raw material for production, enabling tailored setups depending on the specific requirements of the manufacturing process.

Typical Applications and Features

Videx Flexible-Automation handles a variety of tasks, including:

Shearing Bars to Length

Bars can be sheared from Ø12mm to Ø32mm, with no length limitation, providing flexibility for various production needs.

Chamfering Bar Ends

The system can chamfer one or both ends of the bars for added precision.

Extruding Bar Ends

The bar ends can be extruded from the major diameter to the pitch diameter, an optional feature for custom needs.

Thread Rolling

Threads can be rolled on one or both sides simultaneously, with long threads rolled using a two-roll machine for efficiency.

Efficiency and Minimal Operator Involvement

Operators mainly focus on feeding raw material into the system and unloading the finished products. With quick-change features, the system allows for efficient production of small batches (200-500 pieces) without requiring complicated setup changes, eliminating the guesswork for operators.

Conclusion

Videx Flexible-Automation is a versatile solution for modern manufacturing. By combining automatic production with flexible, short-run capabilities, Videx ensures efficiency and adaptability, offering a streamlined production process with minimal operator involvement. This system provides a competitive edge in today’s fast-moving industry.

Videx Machine Enginering Ltd.

20, Shabazi Street

5623107 Yahud, Israel

Tel.: +972 3 5364801-1

videx@videx.co.il

www.videx-machine.com