Without a doubt, every operator knows that industrial manipulators can be costly. Even though they are a less expensive alternative to robots, there’s still equipment, installation, and training costs. While it’s easy to look at these costs and say, “I’ll put this off for another year,” it’s often more effective – and cost-efficient – to…
When looking for comprehensive material handling solutions, many manufacturers explore their options. Whether you’re looking at a hoist, a hydraulic manipulator, a fully-automated robot or an articulating arm, there is a definite payoff to learning all that you can about your chosen technology. More importantly, there are questions that you need to answer before truly considering…
TDA Buddy industrial manipulators are designed to live up to our customers’ expectations. Rugged and dependable, they are engineered to survive the often harsh conditions that exist inside most manufacturing plants. Yet, we often get questions about what to expect from our manipulators. Will they help me reduce my plant’s downtime? Can they reduce my…
Are industrial manipulators worth the cost for your operation? High-quality industrial equipment is expensive. Upgrading material handling systems often comes as an investment. Don’t talk yourself out of purchasing a heavy duty industrial manipulator because of the cost. You need to look at its value and potential return on investment (ROI). But, you need to…
You keep your money in a bank to keep it locked up, counted and insured. You keep your facility on lockdown after hours, ensuring that all of your equipment stays powered down and secure. Your products are shrink wrapped, stowed on pallets, and shipped via trusted third-party providers. But what are you doing to protect…
If you’ve been thinking about adding a fully-automated, robotic system to your operation, you should first look into the many benefits of industrial manipulators. With their ability to simplify your employee’s work, TDA Buddy’s manipulators allow you to gain the benefits of automation at a fraction of the price. When it comes to performing repeatable,…
If you’re thinking about transitioning your plant to full automation, you owe it to yourself to investigate the benefits of TDA Buddy’s top-of-the-line industrial manipulators. As a way to move your production line faster, they offer the benefits of full automation without the burdensome drawbacks. Without the need for a massive upfront investment and long…
Anyone who runs a production line knows the hassle of maintaining, replacing, repairing, and updating their line’s industrial manipulators. There are a number of difficult options to weigh, including which model to use, which features to add, and which applications you want your manipulator to address. In addition to all that, you’re probably working out…
For over three decades, TDA Buddy has been building the market’s best industrial manipulators. With the ability to create a wide range of custom manipulators that rise to the challenges faced by manufacturers across the globe, we’re confident that we have the ability to optimize our client’s operations, saving them time, money, and frustration. As…
While you may be unfamiliar with these odd sounding names, TDA Buddy has been developing and manufacturing industrial manipulators and related systems in Kalamazoo, Michigan for over 30 years. TDA Buddy Industrial manipulators are designed to assist in the process of efficiently and safely moving material and equipment into position in an industrial and/or manufacturing…