A little late to ask for opinions since I have one on the way but, anyone care to share their thoughts/experiences?

I got started with a Grabber and a mentor. Got along fine until i found a nice 9000g on sale. No complaints with either. With some maintenance and an occational adjustment both are fine presses.

The Automate addition seemed unnecessary to me until my shooting increased and with it my loading time and effort. I was able to watch a hydraulic unit in action and thought that was the ticket. Then at the Cardinal Classic got to see a MEC rep demonstrate both in action. The hydraulic unit was faster but the electric unit was much quieter and more Mobil. Well after reading what I could find on the Internet and elsewhere I settled on the Automate. It should arrive Tuesday.

Anyone else using one? Any tips/tricks you could share?