Nakamura-Tome Launches RoboSync Robotic System for Flexible Multi-Product Automation!

Nakamura-Tome Precision Industry Co., Ltd. has announced the release of its latest automation innovation, the RoboSync robotic system, designed to simplify and expand automation capabilities across a wide range of manufacturing environments. Developed under the leadership of CEO Shogo Nakamura, RoboSync addresses the growing demand for compact, flexible, and easy-to-integrate robotic systems that reduce operator workload and help manufacturers adapt to labor shortages.

Unlike conventional robotic systems that rely on dedicated work stockers and complex installation, RoboSync is engineered for accessibility and versatility. Equipped with a standard vision sensor, the system eliminates the need for a specialized work stocker, enabling users to repurpose existing pallets, carts, and storage systems for both raw materials and finished products. This design philosophy makes RoboSync not only cost-effective but also easier to integrate into existing shop floors without requiring large-scale restructuring.

The system’s Type D specification introduces additional automation capabilities, including a built-in work stocker and an automatic exchange rack mounted directly on RoboSync’s base. The shelf-style stocker allows materials to be accessed from either side, meaning operators can continue loading or unloading drawers on one side while the robot is operating on the other. This multi-directional design supports continuous production and minimizes downtime.

Another standout feature is RoboSync’s automatic changeover functionality. By storing multiple grippers, chuck jaws, and end effectors in an exchange rack, the robot can automatically switch tooling when transitioning between workpiece types. This reduces the need for manual intervention, accelerates setup changes, and ensures smooth, uninterrupted operation even in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.

Designed with space efficiency in mind, RoboSync integrates the stocker into its base frame and utilizes a collaborative robot, eliminating the need for bulky safety fences. The result is a compact system that delivers multi-product automation while maintaining a minimal footprint, making it suitable for smaller workshops as well as larger facilities seeking to optimize floor space.

RoboSync also addresses a common challenge in robotic automation—system rigidity. Traditional robots and stockers, once installed, often obstruct machine access and require significant effort to move or reconfigure. In contrast, RoboSync is engineered for quick recovery and relocation. Using its vision sensors and positioning markers, the system can be detached, moved, and restored to its original setup with ease. Operators can re-establish alignment between machines, stockers, and robots simply by having the system read the pre-set markers, dramatically reducing downtime.

Ease of operation is another priority for Nakamura-Tome. RoboSync comes with a dedicated operation screen built into the teaching pendant, simplifying tasks such as entering operational parameters, performing manual controls, and managing setup or recovery. This user-friendly interface ensures that even operators with limited automation experience can manage the system confidently.

Perhaps most importantly, RoboSync’s design emphasizes compatibility across platforms. The system can be connected not only to machine tools but also to cleaning systems, measuring devices, and equipment from different manufacturers, regardless of NC specifications. This universality expands its appeal and makes it a highly practical solution for diverse manufacturing setups.

With RoboSync, Nakamura-Tome is reinforcing its reputation as a forward-thinking innovator in machine tool automation. By delivering a compact, flexible, and easy-to-use system, the company is offering manufacturers a powerful tool to address labor challenges, streamline multi-product workflows, and achieve higher productivity with less effort.