Boost Efficiency with Eagle Automation
Automating material handling and sheet metal fabrication processes reduces downtime, increases throughput, and optimizes your fiber laser cutting machine’s performance while providing a safer environment for operators. Eagle Automation delivers intelligent solutions that adapt to your production needs—whether you're scaling up, cutting costs, aiming for 24/7 productivity or all three.
The 4 Key Benefits of Implementing Automation
1. Increased Productivity and Efficiency
Automated material handling enables continuous, unsupervised operation—even during night shifts and weekends—allowing you to fully exploit your machine’s cutting capabilities while achieving higher energy efficiency. Swift material loading, unloading, storage, and sorting solutions lead to higher productivity, shorter cycle times, and faster lead times, ultimately reducing your cost per part and boosting profitability.
2. Scalability and Room for Growth
Automation allows you to increase production volume without expanding your workforce. Modular and flexible automation setups make it easy to scale and adapt to your facility’s size and layout—providing a future-ready solution that grows with your business.
3. Enhanced Operator and Material Safety
With automation, operators avoid physically demanding tasks that can cause injury or fatigue. Automated loading, unloading, storage, and sorting systems reduce human error and protect materials with features like contactless measurement and anti-scratch brushes, helping to minimize waste.
4. Seamless Integration
Automation systems are designed to integrate with laser cutters, enabling smooth, uninterrupted workflows. Eagle’s material handling and storage solutions are fully compatible with Eagle fiber laser cutting machines, ensuring 100% compatibility and flawless functioning from day one without the need for additional adjustments.
eLoader
The eLoader is a semi-automatic jib crane that makes sheet loading easier. It consists of a manually operated crane, an electric hoist, and a suspended vacuum transport pallet and can be screwed to the foundation next to the machine pallet. This affordable solution is easy to operate, they increase worker productivity and safety and help streamline sheet loading onto the pallet.
LoadingUnit
The LoadingUnit is an automatic loading system that's fully automated and integrated into the machine. It consists of a rotary arm equipped with individually controlled high-pressure suction cups.
This system selects individual metal sheets by measuring their thickness to ensure that the material corresponds with the cutting program before loading. When the operator gives the signal, the unit automatically loads the metal sheet from an external pallet and places it onto the machine table for increased throughput.
A simple solution that significantly optimizes the material handling process while reducing operation time and production costs, the LoadingUnit is recommended for medium-capacity production companies that manufacture individual items or small batches.
CraneMaster
The CraneMaster is a loading/unloading system designed to simultaneously load new material and unload cut parts for smooth production and enhanced efficiency.
There are two available versions with air suction cups at either the top or bottom of the system. Thanks to its highly efficient cycle time, the CraneMaster contributes to the overall cost-effectiveness of the manufacturing process and is recommended for companies with medium to high volume production.
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CraneMasterLinear
The CraneMasterLinear is the most efficient loading/unloading system. It loads new material while unloading cut parts for a smooth production and better machine efficiency, allowing for swift throughput times and providing maximum work flexibility.
The system features two movable pallets, which have an unlimited motion range on the vertical axis and can move to any location within the structure for unprecedented flexibility.
The CraneMasterLinear can be configured to lift and deposit metal sheets on either the left or right side of the laser shuttle table and is recommended for manufacturers with high production volumes.
CraneMasterStore
This loading and unloading system was designed for efficient cooperation between the material storage tower systems and the cutting machine.
It provides all the automatic functionalities expected from the CraneMaster system, such as efficient material loading from the warehouse onto the cutting machine and simultaneous unloading of cut parts into the warehouse or onto the unloading station.
The CraneMasterStore swiftly exchanges and stores material for fully automated logistics and is recommended for high-performance companies with medium to high production volumes.
CraneMasterStoreLinear
The CraneMasterStoreLinear is a loading/unloading system designed for swift cooperation between the material storage towers and the cutting machine.
It provides all the automatic functionalities expected from the CraneMaster system, such as efficient material loading from the warehouse onto the cutting machine and simultaneous unloading of cut parts into the warehouse or unloading station.
The system features two movable pallets, which have an unlimited motion range on the vertical axis and can move to any location within the structure. The unloading and loading stations can be located on either side of the machine, and the pallets can be set on the floor rather than on a special table.
All this makes the CraneMasterStoreLinear the most efficient and flexible of the CraneMaster systems, recommended for manufacturers with a high capacity and a medium to high production volumes.
CraneMasterExtended
The CraneMasterExtended is a high-performance loading/unloading system designed to meet the demands of flexible hall layouts. It retains all the key features of the original CraneMaster, including efficient vertical hoisting and fully movable pallets with an unlimited vertical motion range for optimal material handling.
In this extended version, the system is elongated alongside the laser cutter, enabling smart adaptation to specific space requirements. It allows for efficient positioning of loading and unloading stations depending on the production environment—without compromising throughput or reliability.
The CraneMasterExtended is ideal for manufacturers seeking maximum productivity and layout flexibility in high-volume production environments.
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CraneMasterLinearExtended
The CraneMasterLinear is a versatile loading/unloading system engineered for dynamic material flow and precision handling. Like the original CraneMaster, it features two independent hoists—top and bottom—that ensure efficient vertical transfer of metal sheets with full operational flexibility.
In the linear configuration, both hoists move horizontally along dedicated tracks integrated into the frame. This setup allows for metal sheet loading and unloading on either the left or right side of the laser shuttle table. What sets the CraneMasterLinear apart is the placement of the second station—not at the side, but along the length of the machine, offering a smart alternative for specific layout requirements.
The CraneMasterLinear is ideal for manufacturers who need high-performance automation with flexible station positioning to suit a wide range of production hall configurations—without compromising efficiency or speed.
CraneMasterExtendedCross
The CraneMasterExtendedCross is a versatile loading/unloading system designed to meet specific spatial and production requirements. It enables efficient material handling while offering advanced configurability and maximum operational flexibility.
When connected to a storage tower, the system operates with fixed movement directions—for example, the lower hoist moves along the machine axis, while the upper hoist travels horizontally—ensuring smooth integration with tower-based automation.
In standalone mode (without a tower), both hoists can freely switch movement directions, allowing for better adaptability to various production processes and hall layouts.
To suit different production setups, the system is available in two configurations with air suction cups mounted either on the upper or lower hoist, providing precise and reliable sheet handling.
The CraneMasterExtendedCross is the ideal choice for manufacturers who require a custom-fit solution with extended functionality and the flexibility to evolve with changing production needs.
eTower1
The eTower1 Is a single tower storage system equipped with a loading/unloading station and universal shelves that can be used for raw material as well as for cut parts and remnants. It consists of a transport column equipped with a moving lift that transports the palettes between the storage shelves and the loading/unloading station.
The automated lift picks up a pallet containing raw metal sheets and takes them to the CraneMasterStore. The CraneMaster then places them onto the machine’s pallet changer and simultaneously removes the cut parts to be stored.
The standard eTower1 system comes with 10, 15, or 20 shelves but can be customized according to your needs. In addition, it features a control panel that allows you to manage material storage and retrieval throughout your facility.
The CraneMaster and eTower1 work seamlessly to optimize process logistics and material preparation and guarantee high storage density. Together, these automated systems make 24/7 unsupervised production possible helping you achieve the highest productivity.
eTower2
The eTower 2 is a two-tower warehouse system equipped with a loading/unloading station and universal shelves that can be used for raw material as well as for cut parts and remnants It consists of two transport columns equipped with moving lifts that transport the palettes between the storage shelves and the loading/unloading station.
An automated lift picks up a pallet containing raw metal sheets and takes them to the CraneMasterStore. The CraneMaster then places them onto the machine’s pallet changer and simultaneously removes the cut parts to be stored.
The standard eTower2 system comes with 26, 36, or 46 shelves but can be customized according to your needs. In addition, it features a control panel that allows you to manage material storage and retrieval throughout your facility.
The CraneMaster and eTower2 work seamlessly to optimize process logistics and material preparation and guarantee high storage density. Together, these automated systems make 24/7 unsupervised production possible helping you achieve the highest productivity.
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eTower X2
The eTower X2 is an extended dual-tower storage system designed for operations requiring higher capacity and optimized space utilization. Unlike the standard single-tower solution, the eTower X2 features two towers arranged in a linear configuration, providing increased storage volume while maintaining smooth logistics integration with automated loading and unloading systems.
Each eTower X2 model includes a transport column equipped with a moving lift that carries pallets between the storage shelves and the loading/unloading station. The system is fully compatible with the CraneMasterStore and other automation modules, enabling seamless handling of raw sheets, cut parts, and remnants.
eTower Q4
The eTower Q4 is a high-capacity storage solution built around a four-tower configuration, ideal for manufacturers with extensive material handling needs and large-scale production volumes. With its expanded structure, the eTower Q4 offers maximum storage density, while maintaining full compatibility with automated loading and unloading systems.
Each eTower Q4 model includes a central transport column with an integrated lift that transfers pallets between storage shelves and the loading/unloading station. The system enables efficient handling of raw sheets, finished parts, and remnants, and is fully compatible with the CraneMasterStore and other Eagle automation modules.
Stacker
The FlowStore R20 718 is a high-capacity, extended storage system designed for production facilities that require exceptional operational efficiency and optimal use of storage space. It’s based on a robust, scalable multi-tower configuration, with virtually unlimited expansion capabilities to meet the demands of high-volume environments and diverse material formats.
The stacker is fully compatible with Eagle’s automation modules, such as the CraneMaster and CraneMasterStore, enabling automated pallet handling, efficient part flow, and secure storage of raw sheets, finished parts, and material remnants.
FLOW FACTORY
The Eagle FlowFactory is a fully integrated solution designed to optimize every stage of the sheet metal cutting process. From material loading to cutting, sorting, and storage, the FlowFactory ensures continuous, streamlined operations, helping manufacturers maximize productivity, reduce downtime, and increase profitability.
The system is built around three key modules:
FlowStore
is a modular, expandable storage system that adapts to individual production needs. Configurable with a varying number of towers, it optimizes storage logistics while making the best use of available floor space, ensuring smooth material flow and immediate availability for processing.
FlowMaster
is a fully automated loading unit engineered to seamlessly transfer metal sheets from FlowStore towers directly to the laser cutting machine. By automating the loading process, FlowMaster boosts efficiency from the get-go, ensuring consistent and reliable material handling.
FlowSort
is an advanced, flexible automated sorting system designed to organize cut parts with precision and care. It protects material integrity while significantly improving the overall efficiency of post-cutting operations, making it an essential tool for high-throughput manufacturing.
FlowFactory is the ideal choice for manufacturers seeking a fully automated comprehensive solution that takes their laser cutting operations to the next level.
