Case Study: Tomenson Machine Works achieves 40% fewer misloads with Universal Robots UR3 cobot

Universal Robots Increases Profit Margins and Delivers 40% Reduction in Misloads

Tomenson Machine Works Inc, a leader in precision hydraulic manifolds in Chicago, wanted to automate a tedious pin-stamping process that was affecting employee satisfaction and causing errors. Universal Robots provided a UR3 cobot solution for the small, tight cell, with the process needing to handle dozens of different part sizes safely and without fencing.

Universal Robots implemented a UR3 collaborative robot with an OnRobot RG6 gripper to load parts into the pin stamper, with easy programming and flexible part handling. The result was a 40% reduction in misloads, improved profit margins, and a fast return on investment of about 6–7 months when run on two shifts, while also freeing workers for more valuable tasks.

Tomenson Machine Works

Geoffrey Rose

Secondary Operations Lead And Quality Supervisor