Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.81
Delivering Complete Automation Solutions We now offer SCARA, Parallel, Articulated, and Mobile robot solutions. These best-in-class industrial robots have been integrated with Omron’s family of sensors, safety components and award-winning NX/NJ series machine automation controllers to simplify the implementation of robots in a production environment. So, what does this mean for our customers? The wide and deep range of our products open design flexibility to build electrical panels all the way up to completely automated production lines that include robotics. We engage the full scope of automation, from device to machine, to line, to factory, to enterprise to a complete…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.23
…a wide range of ABB robots, including articulated arm, SCARA, delta, and palletizer robots in various sizes and with various payloads. This is particularly important for machine applications where a high degree of synchronization with other components is required, for example with picking solutions. With ABB robots integrated into the machine automation system, customers will benefit from an unprecedented level of synchronization between robotics and machine control. Since the robot will no longer require a dedicated controller, all interfaces between the machine and the robot are eliminated, while the fact that all axes and sensors will now communicate on a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.07
…kg (8.8 to 77.1 lb.). Cosmetics packing—A FANUC SR-3iA SCARA robot will demonstrate high-speed cosmetic packaging. The robot will use iRVision to pick products from a magazine tray and place them into a package at very high speeds. Flexible coordinated welding —This will feature FANUC’s M-900iB heavy-payload material handling robot and two FANUC ARC Mate welding robots. Visual Circular tracking —A FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S robot uses 2D iRvision to locate random products on a circular conveyor. The cell is equipped with FANUC’s Dual Check Safety (DCS) software, designed to keep operators, robots, and tooling safe. CNC and ROBOMACHINE demos…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.91
…threaded rod in molded plastic. Machines such as four-axis SCARA robots can add inserts to moldings and load them into machines to continue the process. They can also present a complement of inserts to a three-axis or six-axis robot. These robots work with pick-and-place robots to complete the manufacturing process. Source: Pexels 3. Applying automation to overmolding The process of overmolding can be automated to different degrees for a more efficient and accurate arrangement of parts. Overmolding involves the removal of a molded object from one injection-molding machine and placing it into another with a robot. Six-axis robots can reduce…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.76
…payback. Its portfolio includes articulated arm, linear, Delta, and SCARA robots for SMEs. “We've continued added machines on RBTX and offer customers remote tests in our lab, which are easier for newcomers to automation to trust than simulations,” said Hennecke. “We also provide free 30-minute consultations and components from partners. We want to provide quotes and ship complete solutions as quickly as possible.” In addition, igus has invested in environmental sustainability through its Chainge program, which recycles the materials in used e-chains and involves Mura Technology, a partner that produces oil from plastic waste. “Our founder's dedication to sustainability drives…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.69
…makes the world’s smallest, most compact, and most precise SCARA and industrial robot arms. It said its customers include some of the world’s leading brands, as well as disruptors in aerospace and automotive manufacturing, as well as the medical, jewelry, and electronics industries. The Montreal, Quebec-based company welcomed the following automation providers to its network of vendors: Allied Automation, The Knotts Co,, Electromate, Pagès Group, LMZ, and Andrew Donald Design Engineering. “We’re proud to count these automation solution providers amongst our partners,” said Ahmed Mostafa, director of sales and strategy at Mecademic. “Their expertise benefits our customers, while their physical…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.65
…a broad portfolio of articulated arm, linear, delta, and SCARA robots. Product modularity means that single components, or complete individual solutions, can be assembled according to the build-or-buy principle. The focus is always on a low entry-level price and quick payback. This is where igus high-performance plastics play to their strengths. They are tribologically optimized and especially durable. Engineered plastics from igus are lightweight, dry-running, maintenance-free, and cost-effective to produce. The most cost-effective solution that works Over the past three years, igus has built up a broad, constantly growing partner network. As part of the LCA partner program, the motion…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.82
…to a Quest QP200-SA2 case packer, where FANUC articulated SCARA and articulated robots orientate, pick, and place shrink-wrapped canisters by CL&D into the awaiting trays. Next, a Tekkra T-1030 in-line shrink-bundler system from Texwrap will wrap the trays containing 12 canisters each with film. The Tekkra T-1030 is a continuous-motion shrink bundler with a servo-driven seal bar and carriage. It is best for medium to high-speed applications, noted ProMach. Finally, a Quest Box Bot QB320 space-saving robotic palletizer will pick up wrapped trays and place them on a floor-level pallet to complete the demonstration, explained the company. Every Box Bot…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.61
…and Markets. The analyst firm noted that it includes a variety of robot types, from collaborative and parallel to SCARA. Clean room robots have a few key risks, but they are still generally safer than humans in highly sensitive manufacturing environments. Engineers must ensure that such robots are able to operate effectively in clean rooms by taking steps to prevent accidents and contamination. Innovative robotic grippers, interior vacuums, and non-conductive materials can help clean room robots work safely and efficiently. About the author Emily Newton is a tech writer who enjoys writing about the latest innovations changing our world. Read…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.58
…Nachi robots and additional form factors such as a SCARA robot arm. Not only does Forge/OS 5 support robot arms, said READY Robotics, but it also supports peripherals such as cameras, grippers, and end-of-arm and process-specific tooling through a wide variety of fieldbus standards and custom communication protocols. OEMs can easily integrate their hardware with any robot powered by Forge/OS 5, added READY Robotics. “This is how we go from hundreds of thousands of robots sold to millions,” Gibbs said. “We're so excited to see what applications you'll build with Forge/OS 5.” He ended the demo by showing three different…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.18
…interested in whether it’s a six-axis robot or a SCARA robot. As the market matures, we will see buyers and sellers finding more common ground here. Klausen: Some of the things we also see in the market is the need to define the adequate automation degree for your automation project. This can be difficult to do without help from experts. Having unrealistic expectations can lead to a project scope that isn't compatible with currently available technology. This can make it difficult to get solution proposals from vendors - or you may end up buying a solution that is too expensive…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.08
…vision systems from partners, as well as Delta and SCARA robots from other providers, Brockmeyer added. “We guarantee that everything will be low-cost and that everything fits together,” he said. “We recognized that people were looking for applications, not robots. Last year, we already had more than 200 application examples.” “We're adding products and bundles all the time. For example, we have a linear robot educational bundle and a laboratory pipetting bundle,” said Brockmeyer. “Our configurator also gives the price and estimated time to delivery.” In addition, the RBTXpert team provides free consulting, and customers can test ideas in the…