PRODUCTS Technology File ROBOTS FOR HANDLING OF HEAVIER LOADS
ultra-compact design which enables the robot to be positioned closer to machines and fixtures helping to save valuable floor space. They also feature a parallel-link construction for strength, rigidity and stabilisation of high inertia loads, along with heavy-duty bearings which ensure a smooth arm rotation. In addition to their ability of handling
The Motoman GP Series of robots from Yaskawa has recently been extended to include options which are suitable for applications with heavier loads up to 600kg. Thanks to this latest addition to the range the current GP (General Purpose) models are successfully replacing the handling robots of the proven MH series. These powerful, six- axis GP600 robots are designed as true productivity drivers offering a wide motion range (up to 2942mm) for safe and efficient handling of large and heavy work pieces. Other important features include their
heavier loads, these new models also offer the benefits associated with Motoman robots, such as optimum productivity with high payloads and speeds. They also allow for a wide variety of products to be transferred with different grippers to ensure greater allowable movement. Speeds of all axes have been increased, whilst acceleration / deceleration control has been improved to achieve maximum reduction of acceleration / deceleration time for all robot postures
Yaskawa T: 01295 272755
www.yaskawa.eu.com igus
NEW HMI/DISPLAY PANEL ENCLOSURES
T: 01604 677240
www.igus.co.uk/dresspack AUTOMATIC PROCESSING WITH TOP PART FLEXIBILITY
Rolec has launched a new range of industrial HMI/panel enclosures (IP 65) for off-the-shelf and custom- sized displays and touchscreens. They are suitable for modern
machine control applications across a wide range of industries. They can accommodate a front plate or a glass panel for touch applications. Commercially available built-in
display panels can be flush-fitted directly into the front. Variants are available for B&R, Beckhoff, CRE Rösler and Siemens displays. ROLEC also offers individual HMI/panel enclosures. The new enclosures are manufactured from extruded aluminium profiles and corner pieces for a high-quality finish. Five front installation options are available, including touch panels.
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enclosures.co.uk/en/Products/HMI- Panel-Enclosures.htm
60 October 2018 | Automation
Panel bending with maximum part flexibility is now even faster with the TruBend Center 7030, Trumf’s new fully automatic bending cell. The machine turns the parts automatically, freeing up the operator and increasing the productivity of the bending process. The usual features of Trumpf panel bending are retained: short side lengths, small profiles, and parts with formed
sections, recesses, diverse radii or multiple negative bends – the machine reliably bends them all with precision. The laser-based ACB angle measurement system enables operators to work with greater precision and, in conjunction with Trumpf TecZone Fold, more efficiently. Using the new rotary part
manipulator, the TruBend Center 7030 can bend parts fully automatically. The manipulator secures the sheet and rotates it as needed into the required position. Here, axis speeds of 3,000mm per second make it possible to achieve significantly increased productivity compared to the semi-automatic TruBend Center
5030 panel bender. When it comes to positioning smaller parts, the synchronised interaction of rotary and two-axis part manipulator allows, what is for fully automatic panel bending, an unusually large degree of freedom to shape components. With its TruBend Center 7030,
Trumpf is offering a fully automatic panel bending machine with an additional vertical axis for the two-axis part manipulator. This makes for unprecedented flexibility, since the gripper modules can fasten onto parts in a variety of positions.
Trumpf Tel: 01582 725335
www.uk.trumpf.com
ROBOTIC ARM LOWERS PRICE BARRIER FOR SIMPLE AUTOMATION
With robolink DCi from igus, machine builders and production engineers can automate simple pick & place and assemble tasks without the associated high price tag. It is a complete automation package consisting of robotic arm and controller for intuitive operation. Suitable for lifting parts weighing up to 1kg with an accuracy of ±0.5mm, engineers can quickly install and commission the robotic arm without prior robotics experience using online tutorials, simulation tools and other services. With the intuitive CPRog control software, motion sequences can be
learned quickly and easily, complex sequences can be simulated within the software in a 3D environment. These include programs with joint- and linear- digital outs, loop- or if-then-else commands. Further components, such as image processing systems, can be integrated via plug-ins. The software is supplied on CD, so that only a Windows-compatible computer is required for commissioning. After setup, the stand-alone system does not require the otherwise obligatory PC connection and can be operated with a touch display. In addition, the controller can be set up to communicate with other controllers via inputs and outputs.
igus T: 01604 677240
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www.igus.co.uk/dresspack automationmagazine.co.uk ROBOT DRESSPACK CONFIGURATOR TOOL
The new online dresspack configurator from igus enables engineers to quickly find the right system based around the triflex R energy chain. Easy to install and fill, this multi-axis energy chain protects moving cables and hoses on robots
and thus increases service life in operation. Since its inception, the range of igus triflex R parts for robots has grown significantly. The dresspack configurator automatically accounts for which parts are compatible and only offers those that will work with any given robot. The configurator then displays a 3D representation of the robot with the components of the energy supply system being added at each stage to ensure clarity of what is being provided. The first step after robot choice is to select a retraction
system, which is designed to keep the energy chain under tensile stress to avoid looping and protect against damage. The user then configures the triflex R e-chain type and the size. Extra accessories, such as protectors, brackets, or even extra triflex R chain links, can also be added. Once the configuration is complete, the tool creates a list of all
the components of the energy supply system automatically, which can be added to the shopping cart for ordering. A total system price is displayed immediately too. CAD models of the components and a PDF report of the configuration are also provided.
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