Join ATI for our 8th Annual Technology Fair to learn more about the many new robotic end-effector products that we have developed over the last year. For 25 years, ATI has been engineering cost-effective solutions that increase robot productivity and enable you to fulfill your automation needs. A large variety of product offerings will be featured at this year’s Technology Fair along with live demonstrations of ATI's Robotic Tool Changers, Multi-Axis Force Torque Sensors, Utility Couplers, Robotic Collision Sensors, and Robotic Deburring Tools which, will run throughout the day. ATI’s Account Managers and Engineers will be on-hand to discuss your application and end-effector requirements. Food and refreshments will be available and lunch will be provided.

Registration here.

The hours for the event are 8:00am until 3:00pm, topics include:

• The Impact of Robots in Manufacturing 8:30am – 9:00am – Current market overview and future trends including a brief history of robotics. Presentation by Bob Doyle, Director of Communications for A3 the Association for Advancing Automation.
  
  
• New ATI Tool Changer Products 9:00am - 9:55am - A look at the latest products from ATI with a focus on material joining methods including: self-piercing rivets, drawn arc welding, nutrunners, and more. Presentations by Stanley Engineered Fastening and Apex Tool Group.
  
  
• ATI Products in New and Challenging Environments 10:00am - 10:55am – Unique application examples for challenging environments and new methods to use ATI products. An overview of specialized ATI products that were engineered to excel in these applications. Presentation by Valiant International and KUKA Systems.
  
  
• Force Control Applications 11:00am - 11:55am – Force Control applications focusing on force control machining and assembly, lights-out testing, and part validation. How customers have benefited from the use of Multi-Axis Force/Torque Sensors. The session will include a brief review of new Force/Torque Sensor products. Presentations by Battenberg and KUKA Robotics.
  
  
• Bus Networks for Tool Changers 1:00pm - 1:55pm – Trends in Automotive Tool Changer applications with an overview of current bus network types, and ATI Tool Changer products that support these network standards. Emphasis on "Quick Connect" for Ethernet/IP, PROFINET and PLd Safety, including interfacing with FANUC Dual Safety (DCS), ABB SafeMove, KUKA Safe Operation, and Motoman Functional Safety Unit (FSU).

• Robotic Deburring and Finishing Methods
• Configuring Tool Changer Tool Stands
• Tool Changer Preventative Maintenance
• Cycle Time Optimization with Bus Networks
• RoHS Compliance - Are You Ready?

Let us know if there is a specific topic you would like to see covered or if you would like to schedule an informal one-on-one meeting with one of our Engineering team members.

AMT-Tech Fair 2014
During the event, and only a few blocks away, discover the AMT Advantage at 219 Kay Industrial Drive. The AMT Tech Fair features some of the industry’s top speakers , trainers, and vendors along with cutting edge demonstrations and technical breakout sessions. AMT has over 25 years of experience working with system integrators, robot companies, and manufacturers worldwide. Transportation will be provided between locations. Attendees are also welcome to visit AMT on their own. For more information on the AMT Tech Fair, visit their website: appliedmfg.com.

Don't miss this opportunity! Last year's event was a huge success, with a large turnout of guests representing a wide variety of industries and markets. The training sessions on ATI's new product developments and their applications were very well received.