Fast Automation
Designed for high-throughput, single-op automation.
Mill Automation + FANUC CRX + VersaBuilt DuoGrip
Smart Automation for Single-Op CNC Jobs
Safe, high-speed CNC automation for single-operation part tending–powered by FANUC’s collaborative CRX cobot and VersaBuilt’s DuoGrip Technology. This solution combines intuitive robot operation with precision part handling to deliver reliable, lights-out automation without the complexity.
FANUC CRX Collaborative Robots
VersaBuilt offers the FANUC CRX Series—a collaborative robot line that combines FANUC’s industrial reliability with user-friendly setup and operation. CRX cobots are designed for safe, flexible automation in CNC environments, making them ideal for shops that want the power of FANUC with the approachability of a collaborative robot.
Why Choose a FANUC CRX + DupGrip for Mill Automation
When your shop needs fast changeovers, safe automation, and proven reliability, DuoGrip + FANUC CRX delivers.
With CRX + DuoGrip, you can:
Approachability
Easy-to-use automation for real machinists.
Collaboration
CRX cobot is safe to work around, no fencing required.
Flexibility
Ideal for repeat jobs or short-run production.
DuoGrip + CRX is the collaborative system that brings industrial-grade automation to shops of any size.
How It Works
The CRX cobot loads raw billets or pucks, DuoGrip swaps parts in a single motion, and the system runs uninterupted–delivering fast cycles and reliable output with zero operator touchpoints.
Benefits at a Glance
Automate single-op jobs safely and efficiently–cutting labor, boosting throughput, and enabling lights-out operation with a simple, non-programming setup ideal for job shops and repeat work.
Ideal Applications
- FANUC CRX with DuoGrip tending billet parts in vertical mills
- Collaborative loading of shaft parts on lathes
- Lights-out single-op machining in high-mix environments
Technology You Can Count On
FANUC CRX Collaborative Robot
Safe, teachable by hand, and built for easy, reliable CNC machine tending
VersaBuilt System Controller (VSC)
Web-based control with no robot programming required–includes CNC and pneumatic integration
DuoGrip Gripper
Dual-action, high-speed gripper designed for fast, single-op part handling
Robot2CNC Integration
Seamless CNC communication for program selection, cycle start, and feedback
Optional Add-Ons for Maximum Efficiency
VersaDoor
Automatic CNC Door Opener
Opens and closes your CNC door automatically for seamless robotic tending.
VersaCart
Part Staging Table
Organizes raw and finished parts for efficient robot loading and unloading.
VersaBlast
Automated Chip Removal
Blasts chips and coolant off parts before unload. No manual cleaning needed.
Why VersaBuilt?
At VersaBuilt, we build automation systems for machinists, no integrators. That means:
- Pre-engineered, ready-to-run solutions
- No complex programming
- Fast installs and long-term reliability
- US-based support from a team that understands CNC machining
Ready to Automate Your Milling Operations?
The FANUC CRS + DuoGrip system delivers safe, high-speed, and fully automated single-op CNC tending—without the complexity.
