Manufacturing Today Issue - 243 December 2025 | Page 80

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more user-friendly finishing systems by trying to simplify robotic programming and technical aspects to enhance user experience.” Such continued innovation and agility are crucial in an evolving market, and as Fritz then explains, material removal is just a small part of overall robotic application opportunities.“ Processes like welding, painting, and material handling have benefited from automation for some time now, while material removal and surface treatment are in their infancy in comparison,” he confirms.“ We’ re in the early stages of partnering with a European integration company that specializes in laser ablation surface treatment, for instance. This is a great opportunity for us to collaborate with an expert in this field and expand our horizons as we learn more about how our offerings can complement each other and have a greater impact on our customers and their operations.
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