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About Star Automation
Star Automation Inc. is the North American operation of Star Seiki Co., Ltd., a Japanese manufacturer founded in 1965 that has become one of the world''s leading suppliers of automation for injection molding. Star Seiki manufactures the full range of plastic-industry robots: simple pneumatic sprue pickers (ST series and Sprue Picker line) for fast cycle small machines, top-entry traverse (Cartesian) robots in the XW, XQ, XR, and TVX series for parts and runner removal, side-entry robots (NEX series) for vertical-clamp and tight-ceiling applications, high-speed servo robots for in-mold labeling and post-mold operations, and complete end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) systems. Star robots are widely used by molders running Husky PET preform systems, Engel and Arburg machines, packaging molders, automotive Tier suppliers, and medical device producers. Used Star robots are popular in the secondary market because of legendary Japanese reliability, broad servo motor compatibility (Yaskawa, Mitsubishi, Star proprietary), and the fact that Star Automation continues to support legacy controllers from its Wisconsin headquarters. Common inspection points on used Star robots include servo motor and amplifier health, ball-screw and linear-rail wear on traverse axes, cable and energy-chain condition, vacuum and air circuit integrity, gripper and EOAT condition, and the controller software version. Parts and service are supported by Star Automation in Pewaukee, Wisconsin.
Meadoworks is your trusted source for used Star Automation equipment. As third-generation industrial equipment dealers and AMEA-certified appraisers with over 50 years of experience, we offer quality-inspected Star Automation machines at competitive prices. Most of our Star Automation inventory sells before we can list it online — call 800-323-0307 for equipment not yet listed.
Every machine includes detailed specifications and high-resolution photos, and inspection visits are available for most equipment. We ship worldwide with experienced rigging partners and offer financing for qualified buyers. Have Star Automation equipment to sell? Get a free valuation or contact our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Star Automation make?
Star Automation (Star Seiki) manufactures robotic automation for injection molding, including pneumatic sprue pickers, top-entry traverse (Cartesian) robots in the XW, XQ, XR, and TVX series, side-entry NEX robots, high-speed servo robots for in-mold labeling, and complete end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) systems.
Why buy a used Star Automation robot?
Used Star robots offer legendary Japanese reliability at 50-70% off new pricing. Their servo systems use widely-available Yaskawa or Mitsubishi components, traverse rails and ball screws are robust, and Star Automation continues to support legacy controllers from its Wisconsin headquarters - making used Star robots a low-risk automation upgrade.
What should I inspect on a used Star Seiki robot?
Inspect servo motor and amplifier health, ball-screw and linear-rail wear on traverse axes, cable and energy-chain condition, vacuum and pneumatic circuit integrity, gripper and EOAT condition, controller software version, and verify the robot''s payload, stroke, and Z-axis reach matches your machine and part envelope.
What are the most popular Star Automation models on the used market?
Common used Star models include the XW Series and XQ Series top-entry traverse robots (general-purpose parts removal), the XR Series for high-payload, the NEX side-entry servo robots, the TVX high-speed packaging robots, and the ST series sprue pickers and small pneumatic robots for fast-cycle small machines.
Are parts and service available for Star Automation robots?
Yes. Star Automation Inc. in Pewaukee, Wisconsin provides parts, service, retrofits, EOAT engineering, and technical support for the entire Star Seiki product line, including legacy robots. Many internal components are standard industrial servo parts that are widely available.
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