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World’s largest robotic press brake?
08 May 2008
MTL Group has acquired what is believes is the largest robotic press brake system in the world. The £750,000 7.2m, 640 tonne Ursviken press brake is fitted with a 600kg capacity robot and will allow MTL to produce large components for OEMs such as Caterpillar, JCB, Sandvik, Bombardier and BAE more quickly, accurately and cost-effectively than traditional methods.
Henry Shirman, managing director of MTL, said this investment was one of several new purchases designed to 'set the company out as a market leader in the industry'.
“Our customers demand the best, most cost effective service, so they can keep ahead of the competition. The new robotic press is up to three times faster than a manual press brake system and provides increased accuracy and efficiency,” said Mr Shirman.
He added that MTL has invested over 10 percent of turnover in new technology in the last 24 months.
“Innovation and investment are key components which make us attractive to our wide customer base. More and more firms are benefitting from our enhanced manufacturing capabilities”, he said.
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