This white paper from Universal Robots takes an in-depth look at machine tending operations within today’s factories, and how collaborative robots help machine shops free up valuable personnel, increase capacity while improving quality, and breathe new life into idle equipment. Successful case study examples included, with applications ranging from 3D printer plate harvesting to quality inspection to injection molding. Also included are various cobot mounting configurations to demonstrate flexibility and the UR+ ecosystem of approved accessories and software.