Prototype machinist exploring small-batch automation

ImranArcher0392

Imran Archer

CanadaJoined 9 Jan 2026150 posts

About

Prototype machinist exploring small-batch automation. Currently exploring buying robots from china and vision inspection. Working around limited floor space; planning a 16-week trial before making a decision.

Buying robots from ChinaVision inspection

Conversations

How do I distinguish a moving reflection from a scratch on our FR5 trim samples?

ImranArcher0392 · 33 points · Programming & support · 18 Jun 2026

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Reused coupon job label leaves one UR5e acknowledgement unassigned

JackChan1124 · 22 points · Programming & support · 14 Jun 2026

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Which physical bezel marks should our FR5 reference images represent?

ImranArcher0392 · 10 points · Programming & support · 10 Jun 2026

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I cannot justify another FR10 pickup offset without checking the tool

NoahBarnes0542 · 17 points · General robotics · 9 Jun 2026

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When do we stop developing this pouch-to-tray loading setup? (Universal Robots UR5e)

AmaraBaker0513 · 18 points · Applications & integration · 7 Jun 2026

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A subcontract machining cell: Am I measuring the blank or the seating error?

NaomiBennett0767 · 26 points · Applications & integration · 4 Jun 2026

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A compact machining workshop: How do I check access for machine fixture unloading?

BenArcher0370 · 24 points · Fairino robots · 3 Jun 2026

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Universal Robots UR5e: The installed controller cooling filter is here; the spare isn't

JasperChen1160 · 8 points · Buying advice · 25 May 2026

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Can this alternating pattern support the load it arranges?

ElliotCarter1031 · 33 points · Applications & integration · 25 May 2026

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How do I ask for a useful status on returned the teach pendant? - loading sample trays

LeoAllen0275 · 10 points · Buying robots from China · 19 May 2026

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Our carton has a preferred support direction. The pattern rotates it. - palletising sealed product cartons

AmaraBaker0513 · 33 points · Applications & integration · 17 May 2026

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A cosmetic components workshop: How do I build a trustworthy reference set for a reflective aluminium bezel?

TheoArcher0410 · 17 points · Programming & support · 16 May 2026

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Can't choose bezel references from those travelling bright stripes

YasminBrown0876 · 18 points · Programming & support · 7 May 2026

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Which FR5 puck contact should we inspect before correcting the pickup again?

AishaAllen0344 · 29 points · General robotics · 23 Apr 2026

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Fairino FR5: Does the master shipment status cover every crate?

AlexBrown0907 · 12 points · Buying robots from China · 22 Apr 2026

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Why is our accepted faceplate still called accepted after coming back with a new line?

HenryArcher0351 · 29 points · Programming & support · 7 Apr 2026

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