Case Study

BGI Supplies

BGI Supplies use three 7-axis robotic arms with auto tool changers for 3D pattern machining and routing on a variety of materials. Their CNC prop making process typically sees props machined, fiberglass and then painted. BGI have built 1:1 scale models for the likes of Netflix, Paramount, Universal, Marvel, Dreamworks and Disney.

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As a prop making company, BGI need to work in a variety of materials from wood, plastic, fibreglass, polystyrene and metal. CNC Robotics installed three identical 7-axis robotic systems to support demand and to complement the existing onsite machine tools.

The 7-axis robotic systems can machine parts directly from CAD data to create large-scale models in a very short time frame. Its large size and integrated rotary table make it ideal for milling these larger props without the need to compromise on quality.

The installation of the first two robotic systems allowed BGI Supplies to deliver superb results for their clients, giving them a great competitive advantage and putting them in an ideal position to cope with increasing demand. The versatility of these robot systems means they are ideal for creating pieces of set scenery at a fraction of the cost of traditional machine tools.

In Summer 2018, BGI Supplies installed a third robotic system from CNC Robotics to cope with client requests. Embedding automation within their workshop has allowed BGI Supplies to compete with large providers and remain competitive on price and turnaround, while the implementation of a third robotic system has allowed the company to continue to grow.