Vision systems are more accessible than one might think. Fanuc's new R-2000iB series uses its vision capabilities and the latest controller for precise, coordinated movement.
Fanuc showcased this winning combination at the 2007 International Robots and Vision Show. The demo included a new R-2000iB robot equipped with an R-J3iC controller and iRVision. Fanuc used the robot to select curved parts from a jumble and place them in a container.
Presto. Forte. Artis.
Nachi Robotic Systems Inc. recently organized its robots into three classes, each with an elegant title. Nachi's new robot names offer a new perspective on robots. Nachi's new titles describe robots using musical and artistic terms.
Presto
The Presto group includes the quick, robust robots. It includes the VS, MV, MA, SH, ST, and SG series, as well as SC lightweight robots. These robots offer payloads from 5 kg to 200kg.
Arc welding has a brain. Fanuc introduced their highly intelligent, compact ARC Mate 100iC in June 2007. This new six-axis robot offers advanced software and design. The ARC Mate 100iC has a 10kg payload limit and moves 15% faster than other robots in its class.
The ARC Mate 100iC can see, sense, and simulate. It is equipped with an iRVision system as well as Collision Guard.
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Industrial Robots Help Local Athlete Achieve Gold
MARION, OHIO - RobotWorx, a Marion-based robotics integrator, is sponsoring heavy-weight wrestling champion Tommy Rowlands as he trains for the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.
Athletic sponsorships are a rarity in the robotics field, but for RobotWorx president Keith Wanner, the connection between robots and wrestling is simple.
Kuka's newest spot welding robot offers the advantages of application-specific design. From point-to-point movement control to fast, top-quality weldments, the Kuka KR 175 delivers the best in spot welding performance.
The KR 175 has an integrated weld controller and innovative counterweight construction. It can improve weldment consistency and repeatability, while increasing productivity and profits.
The M-430iA/2F holds the rank of fastest Fanuc. This material handler, designed specifically for food products, sets records for articulated robots with 120 cycles per minute with a 1kg payload. Introduced in fall 2006, the M-430iA/2F has a 5-axis flexibility, and a 900mm reach.
Let's face it - handling food is messy business. Whether you need to handle packaged or unpackaged products, the M-430iA/2F is protected against the potential growth of bacteria and rust.
The Kuka KR5 Sixx CR offers the best in cleanroom and compact design. Like other members of the Kuka Sixx robot family, this newcomer has a long reach and 6-axis build. But the KR5 Sixx CR offers an additional feature - tabletop mounting.
The compact design of the KR5 Sixx CR makes it an easy fit for tight floor plans and narrow spaces. This model has a 5kg payload and 650mm reach, meets all ISO cleanroom standards, and is completely splash-proof.
MARION, OHIO - AUGUST 14, 2007 -
Industrial robotics integrator, RobotWorx, celebrated 15 years in the robot business this August.
RobotWorx was founded by Keith Wanner as a one man consulting company and quickly grew to be one of America's largest robotic integrators specializing in reconditioned robots. RobotWorx emphasizes customer service, low-cost robotic solutions, and top quality workmanship.
RobotWorx has thrived in the volatile robotics market.
Acquisitions Manager Tom Smith Key to RobotWorx Success
MARION, OHIO - August 14, 2008
RobotWorx Acquisitions Manager Tom Smith retired on July 25, 2007. Smith had a key role in establishing RobotWorx as a robot integration leader.
"The main thing he brought was credibility - the credibility to be a real company," RobotWorx president, Keith Wanner said. "He helped us move past seeing the company as a one-man show.
