Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.07
June 09, 2022
…FastARC CX1000 can be available for delivery and installation within just weeks, according to Acieta. With many end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) options, the CX1000 can be uncoupled from the weld cart and repurposed for different applications such as machine tending or sanding when not welding. The FastARC CX1000 cobot is equipped with a FANUC six-axis, 10-kg (22 lb.)-capacity cobot arm that Acieta said is maintenance-free for up to eight years. The system is compatible with Lincoln Electric and Miller Electric welders and is IP 67-rated with sealed components to work in industrial environments.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.96
April 28, 2016
…a 12 kg payload capacity, hollow wrist for reliable EOAT cable management and a 1,440-mm horizontal reach. The OTTO 1500 offers a payload capacity of 3,300 lbs. and is built with industrial grade components. It is designed to increase throughput, reduce operating costs and remain flexible with the changing needs of material flow processes. “We’re really excited to partner with Yaskawa to develop the future of mobile manipulation and collaborative robots,” said Matt Rendall, chief executive officer at Clearpath. “Combining our cutting-edge self-driving industrial vehicles with Yaskawa’s industry-leading robot arms will enable a new category of automation for machine tending.”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.85
April 05, 2021
…vacuum gripping system, interfaces towards common (industrial-standard) end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), and stand-alone mounting, said Piab. The patented COAX vacuum technology is designed for flexibility and ease of maintenance, making it suitable for challenging robotics applications and devices where safety is a key concern, claimed the company. In addition, Piab said piSAFE offers the following benefits: Vacuum safety non-return valve (check valve), which holds vacuum in sealed applications in case of a system or power failure Configurations for both centralized and decentralized vacuum systems Can replace more expensive mechanical or vacuum-tank safety arrangements in robotic tools and ergonomic equipment Suitable in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.52
September 22, 2022
…lb.). Thanks to a telescopic linear air-operated actuator, the EOAT can grasp parts the size of a golf ball or small blister pack, depending on the suction cup arrangement. It can hold a wide range of shapes and surfaces, even loose or nonrigid objects, said the company. The MAXXgrip's actuation is designed so it can be executed in parallel with the approach/depart motion segments used in pick-and place cycles. Its response time is 0.15 to 0.4 sec., but as this motion typically takes around the same time for the robot arm to move, it minimizes dwell time in successive picking…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.23
July 10, 2021
…of the mobile robot world Just as end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) make it possible for industrial robots such as collaborative robot arms to actually grasp and manipulate objects, mobile robotic equipment makes it possible for an AMR to successfully collect goods and transport them through a facility. And just as cobots are components within an overall automation deployment that requires EOAT, AMRs are components of a complete mobile automation deployment that requires MREs. Without doubt, not all equipment is created equal, and there are significant differences in terms of functionality, usability, and compatibility among various offerings, but without MRE of some…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.01
October 24, 2022
…availability, and productivity.” Robot arms placed with end-of-arm tools (EOAT) are also on display taking advantage of SICK’s object detection technologies. “On display at PACK EXPO, you’ll see how robot arms are enhancing picking and how they can create a safe and productive work environment,” the company said. More on PACK EXPO SICK is located at booth N5929 on the trade show floor. It will also be hosting several demonstrations and one educational session focused on intelligent sensors, robotic end-effectors, and vision solutions. PACK EXPO in Chicago is put on by the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies and features…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.39
March 01, 2022
…models are designed to be easy to connect to third-party devices, including FANUC-approved CRX device suppliers for end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), grippers, accessories, and plugins. Industrial automation suppliers interested in having their products become part of the CRX device program should contact FANUC. Demos and shipping to come FANUC plans to demonstrate all five CRX models at IREX (International Robot Exhibition) Virtual from March 1 to 18, and at IREX from March 9 to 12, at the Tokyo Big Sight in booth E4-04. The company said it will begin shipping production units of the new CRX-20iA/L in April. The CRX-25iA and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.23
August 14, 2022
…ABB IRB 2600 robot and a multiple-purpose end-of-arm tool (EOAT) mounted to the robot. The deburring and pre-machining system automatically removes excess material from die-cast aluminum parts. The parts arrive from the casting deck, are inspected, and loaded into one of the two fixtured shuttles in the MiniMAC, the robot and tool remove the unwanted materials from each part and the finished part is returned to the operator complete. Other features of the MiniMAC Grind System, include choices in robot model, part presentation techniques, and tooling used to remove excess materials. Each MiniMAC cell and the larger MAC and MegaMAC…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.17
May 22, 2023
…in active/passive compliant technology, brush sanding, and end-of-arm tooling [EOAT].” “It's hard to ignore the strides being made by collaborative systems,” he said. “It's not trying to displace industrial automation, but we think cobots are opening the marketplace to a whole group of customers who never would have considered automation and can now benefit.” Kane Robotics to exhibit with partners Application partners Applied Automation, ATI industrial Automation, and FerRobotics sought out Kane Robotics to exhibit GRIT cobots in each of their booths at Automate 2023 because GRIT operationalizes their products and services in realistic scenarios, said the company. In the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.49
February 03, 2023
…in the process of developing its own end-of-arm tooling (EOAT). New Balance turns to AMRs and forklifts for materials handling New Balance uses a range of different robots to help move items across the facilities. Truck unloading robots, palletizing robots, box-cutting robots, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and autonomous forklifts are among the systems the company has invested in for that part of the operation. “This is more of a mature space,” she said. “We’re looking at things that other companies can provide to help us make this whole operation run smoother.” Looking ahead Since New Balance is building out its…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.44
October 05, 2022
…a protective box attached to the robot end-of-arm tooling (EOAT). It uses a touchscreen interface to guide the welder through the scanning, teaching, validation, and tuning steps. The welder teaches the robot the positions of the welds by clicking a handheld stylus to indicate the desired approach, path, and departure points of the weld. Scalable's platform automatically generates a weld path that is validated within RobotStudio, ABB’s simulation and programming software. The operator makes any final modifications before the robot auto-tunes the program and sends it to the robot controller so the weld can be performed, explained Scalable Robotics. ABB…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.95
July 31, 2022
…component in the finished product. Specially designed end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) allows for highly stable and exact positioning of labels. 5. Applications for automation in post-processing Post-processing robots can inspect, test, and hot-stamp plastic molded parts. For example, an eight-axis robotic trimming cell provides superior repeatability compared with a human performing the same task. Robots can also improve precision, accuracy, and cycle times, lessening waste and minimizing errors. Simply put, robots can make a big difference in cost-effectiveness and production waste while freeing workers from repetitive manual work. Robotics has tremendous potential to change the future of business operations. The robotics…
