Lyndex-Nikken, a leading manufacturer and supplier of precision machine tool accessories and automation solutions, has announced its designation as a FANUC Authorized System Integrator for machine tending applications. The recognition marks a significant step in the company’s automation strategy and strengthens its ability to deliver integrated robotic solutions for manufacturers seeking higher productivity and operational efficiency.
The collaboration brings together FANUC’s advanced collaborative robotics technology and Lyndex-Nikken’s EZ-AutoCart machine tending platform to create a streamlined automation solution for CNC machining environments. The integrated system combines the FANUC CRX-20iA collaborative robot with the modular EZ-AutoCart, enabling manufacturers to automate part loading and unloading operations across CNC lathes, machining centers, and related equipment.
As manufacturers continue to address workforce challenges and rising production demands, automated machine tending has become a critical component of modern manufacturing operations. The combined solution is designed to simplify deployment by offering a user-friendly, ready-to-implement platform that minimizes installation complexity while maximizing machine utilization.
By leveraging FANUC’s collaborative robot technology, the system allows operators and robots to work safely in close proximity, helping manufacturers introduce automation without extensive facility modifications. The integration also supports unattended operation, enabling production to continue beyond traditional working hours and helping businesses increase throughput without additional labor requirements.
Lyndex-Nikken’s new status as a FANUC Authorized System Integrator enables the company to assess customer-specific machine tending requirements and recommend automation configurations that align with production goals. Through this consultative approach, manufacturers can identify opportunities to improve part consistency, reduce cycle interruptions, and increase spindle utilization.
“Becoming a FANUC Authorized System Integrator represents an important achievement for our automation business,” said Michael Ricketts, Product Manager – Automation at Lyndex-Nikken. “By combining the FANUC CRX-20iA collaborative robot with our EZ-AutoCart platform, we are providing manufacturers with a practical automation solution that is easy to implement and scalable for future growth.”
The EZ-AutoCart’s modular design enables manufacturers to adapt the system to a variety of production environments while maintaining flexibility as manufacturing requirements evolve. When paired with the FANUC CRX-20iA cobot, the platform delivers a compact and efficient automation cell capable of supporting a wide range of machining operations.
With growing demand for smart manufacturing technologies, Lyndex-Nikken’s expanded automation portfolio reinforces its commitment to helping customers improve efficiency, reduce operational costs, and enhance overall manufacturing performance through accessible and scalable automation solutions.
