Workshop owner evaluating a first automation purchase

NoraBennett0757

Nora Bennett

MidlandsJoined 6 Jan 202669 posts

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Workshop owner evaluating a first automation purchase. Currently exploring small-batch automation and workshop projects. Working around mixed supplier documentation; planning a 14-week trial before making a decision.

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A cosmetic metal-parts assembly area: The supplier says softer pads will help. How do I assess that?

MeiChan1125 · 5 points · Buying advice · 27 Apr 2026

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What should I ask after an unconfirmed gripper-kit substitution? (Fairino FR10, transferring small assembly shells)

NoraBennett0757 · 19 points · Applications & integration · 25 Apr 2026

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A cosmetic metal-parts assembly area: The supplier says softer pads will help. How do I assess that?

What should I ask after an unconfirmed gripper-kit substitution? (Fairino FR10, transferring small assembly shells)

the fr5 demo starts after the spacers have been sorted

Our FR5 report gives two plate attempts the same friendly name

our fr5 housing stop video starts with the fixture already waiting

our bracket rocks between the nest pads and the back rail

fr5 lesson pattern with nowhere for the supported carton ends to sit

two good demos, two different jobs

UR5e vacuum contact over the tape overlap on our actual cartons

our brass sleeve readings lost the blank identities