Motoman's newest Cartesian robots are making it easier for production lines to handle multiple large parts quickly. UH-Series robots are engineered for versatile workpiece positioning. They are an excellent solution for automotive manufacturing stations because they can easily adjust to fit different models.
The Motoman UH-Series includes the UH 100N, UH 200N, and UH 300X robots.
1. They Make a Great Low-Cost Option:
Used robots offer many benefits. Primary among these is affordability. Refurbished used robots typically cost 50% less than their new counterparts. Get the automation you need for less with this option. The low cost of used robots is allowing many small businesses to automate for the first time.
2. Used Robots Fit In: While affordability is the main advantage of buying used, there are many other benefits.
The Kuka RoboCoaster brings industrial design from the factory floor to the amusement park. This vertically articulated robot has two passenger seats for EOAT and a nearly 23 ft. reach. It is powered by six electric motors.
The industrial design elements turn the Robocoaster experience into one wild ride. Its six axes of freedom provide unconstrained movement. Passengers can be turned upside down, spiraled, dipped - all at break-neck speeds.
A new generation of ABB FlexPicker delta robots was introduced at the Pack Expo this month. The new design will be easier to clean, require less maintenance, and take up less space. The FlexPicker IRB 360 family will start with three models. One of these three was on display at the Expo.
The spider-like FlexPickers are designed for precise and quick material handling. The Flex Picker IRB 360 family will have larger payloads up to 4kg.
It's official. The United States has adopted the international ISO 10218-1 robot safety standard as its own.
The resulting ANSI/RIA/ISO 10218-1:2007 is identical to the original. It will even keep the same number and title as its international counterpart. Called the Robots for Industrial Environment Safety Requirements, Part 1-Robot, this safety standard pertains only to robot construction. It is no meant to replace the ANSI/RIA R15.06:1999.
Comau Robotics has ushered in a new age for robot technology with the WiTP Wireless Teach Pendant. This device brings added flexibility and safety to any workplace. It communicates with Comau's C4G Robot Control Unit without any need for cabling.
A Wireless Teach Pendant allows operators and programmers to move freely around robot work cells without a constraining cable connection between teach pendant and controller.
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Robots can be intimidating. When it comes to buying your first robot, there are many myths that can stand in the way. Whether you think robots are costly or complicated, Buying a Robot - Five Myths will clear the confusion and debunk the myths that may be keeping you away from automation. Get rid of your reservations and start increasing your productivity, output, and profits with automation.
Robot market gets back on its feet.
Following a tough year in 2006, industrial robot sales in North America is on the upswing. Mid-year statistics from the Robotic Industries Association (RIA) show an increase in robot orders by 39 percent. In 2006, orders fell 38 percent during the same period.
What changed? The automotive industry is primarily responsible for this year's recovery in robot sales.
ABB Robotics took a good thing and made it even better with the IRB 1600ID. This new and improved arc welding robot is similar in design to the IRB 1600 but with one added feature, integrated dressing (ID).
The dressing pack includes all cabling and hoses for power, shielding gas, pressurized air, and welding wire. With integrated dressing, all of these are fed and held in place inside the arm.
There are many advantages to ID.
Robot integrator RobotWorx is demonstrating its enthusiasm for fitness and The Ohio State University by sponsoring the Old Nuts Lacrosse Club (ONLC).
"RobotWorx believes in supporting physical fitness activities like wrestling and lacrosse," RobotWorx president KeithWanner said. "We try to help out as much as we can with local activities and sports in the community."
The ONLC is made up of 25 ex-varsity alumni from a variety of OSU classes.
