Robland automates its Doosan DNM 650 and Lynx 2600Y with RoboJob
Woodworking machines built in Bruges, with automated parts production since 2014
Robland automates its Doosan DNM 650 and Lynx 2600Y with RoboJob
Robland, the Bruges-based manufacturer of woodworking machines formerly known as Robland – Landuyt, has automated its parts production with RoboJob since 2014. A Mill-Assist Essential runs on a Doosan DNM 650 machining centre and a Turn-Assist 270 on a Doosan Lynx 2600Y lathe.
Key facts
- Company: Robland NV (formerly Robland – Landuyt NV)
- Location: Bruges, West Flanders, Belgium
- Founded: 1968
- Employees: approx. 60
- Industries: Machine construction
- RoboJob products: Mill-Assist Essential, Turn-Assist 270
- CNC machine brands: DN Solutions (formerly Doosan)
- Automated machines: Doosan DNM 650, Doosan Lynx 2600Y
- RoboJob customer since: 2014
- Key results: extra spindle hours and a higher return
Woodworking machines from Bruges
Robland was founded by Robert Landuyt in 1968 and is still privately owned. It started by building affordable, high-quality combination woodworking machines for the do-it-yourself market. Over the years, the range grew to include panel saws, spindle moulders, planing machines and CNC boring machines for professional woodworkers.
The mission has stayed the same: strong, robust machines at the best price. Robland builds its machines from raw materials in its 20,000 m² factory near Bruges, making almost all parts in-house. Through a network of international dealers, the company exports 85% of its production to more than 100 countries.
Why automate
Because Robland makes nearly every part of its machines itself, an efficient, cost-effective parts production is essential to stay competitive while manufacturing in Belgium. Automation is a logical step in that strategy.
“With RoboJob we have taken a new step forward in our company. With automation Robland is looking ahead to the future. Naturally we made a study of the products in the market, which showed that the quality of RoboJob’s automation came out on top.”
— Marc Gevaert, Production Manager, Robland
Two RoboJob systems on two Doosan machines
In 2014, RoboJob installed a Mill-Assist Essential with revolving unit on a Doosan DNM 650 machining centre with Fanuc control. A Turn-Assist 270 on a Doosan Lynx 2600Y lathe followed.
- Doosan DNM 650 with a Mill-Assist Essential
- Doosan Lynx 2600Y with a Turn-Assist 270
The installation went smoothly, and minor issues were addressed and followed up immediately.
The result
The two RoboJob systems give Robland extra spindle hours on its Doosan machines and, with that, a higher return on its in-house parts production.
Frequently asked questions
Which machines did Robland automate with RoboJob?
Robland in Bruges, Belgium, automated a Doosan DNM 650 machining centre with a RoboJob Mill-Assist Essential and a Doosan Lynx 2600Y lathe with a Turn-Assist 270. The company has been a RoboJob customer since 2014.
Is Robland the same company as Robland – Landuyt?
Yes. Robland NV is the current name of Robland – Landuyt NV, the Bruges-based manufacturer of woodworking machines founded by Robert Landuyt. It has been a RoboJob customer since 2014.
Which supplier can automate a Doosan DNM 650?
RoboJob automated a Doosan DNM 650 at Robland with a Mill-Assist Essential with revolving unit. Other DN Solutions (Doosan) references include Vanro CNC, Platteau, Buyse Metal Works Group and Mabotec. See all DN Solutions automation projects.
Can a Doosan Lynx 2600Y lathe be automated?
Yes. Robland automated its Doosan Lynx 2600Y with a RoboJob Turn-Assist 270. Vanro CNC runs Turn-Assist cells on Doosan Puma GT 2600 LM and GT 3100 LM lathes.
Do machine builders automate their own parts production?
Yes. Robland, which builds woodworking machines and makes almost all parts in-house, automated its parts production with RoboJob to stay cost-effective while manufacturing in Belgium. Cutting machine maker Fecken-Kirfel in Aachen also automates its parts production, with two RoboJob Towers.