Automation & robotics

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  • Adept Technology s1700D robot
    Adept Technology has introduced the Adept Viper s1700D, a 6-axis robot designed for material handling, machine tending, packaging, cutting and assembly.
  • Trio Motion Technology MC464 Motion Coordinator
    Trio Motion Technology’s MC464 Motion Coordinator is based on the 64-bit MIPS processor and is claimed to help machines run faster. The controller provides interface options for traditional servo, stepper and piezo control together with many digital interfaces for current digital servo drives. Increase the flexibility of equipment with support for up to 64 axes of motion control.
  • Schunk LEG packaging gripper
    The Schunk LEG packaging gripper is a servo electric gripper with 22.5 kg capacity and is suitable for packing and palletising cartons.
  • Dematic RapidPick ergonomic split case picking stations
    The RapidPick ergonomic split case picking stations are claimed to be capable of increasing operator productivity rates to over 1000 items/h.
  • Fibre King 24/7 robotic case packer
    The Fibre King 24/7 robotic case packer integrates ABB robots for product collation with the company’s accurate, reliable and flexible Wraparound Case Packer.
  • Servus Intralogistik transport robots
    Swisslog and Austrian Heron Group have founded the Servus Intralogistik joint venture to develop and manufacture state-of-the-art transport robots.
  • Vocollect voice-directed computing technology
    Vocollect voice-directed computing technology is claimed to increase productivity, accuracy and throughput, reduce labour costs and enhanced OHS.
  • igus 3D Triflex R energy chain
    The Triflex R robot accessory package from igus includes more than 200 components. From large welding to small palletising robots, every industrial application can now be covered. Corrugated hoses can kink and tear, which is why igus developed the 3D energy chain Triflex R for robot producers and users.
  • Dematic RapidPick ergonomic picking stations
    Picking rates of up to 1800 items per hour are made possible through the innovative configuration of RapidPick stations, which can be fully tailored to match operators’ individual requirements.
  • Güdel gantry robots
    Güdel gantry systems are claimed to expand users’ horizontal and vertical reach for a diverse range of materials handling requirements.
  • Kawasaki RS10L and RS20N six-axis articulated arm robots
    The R-series Kawasaki RS10L and RS20N six-axis articulated arm robots replace the existing F-series robots and have 10 and 20 kg payloads respectively.
  • Supply chain management software
    The Primarius supply chain management software system and analysis toolset optimises the amount of inventory a company needs to support its customers. The system manages the process of working out what raw materials or finished goods a company needs to buy or store to meet future customer demand; it determines when the goods need to be bought and in what quantity with the net impact of reducing the amount of inventory needed to run a business while also increasing the ability of the business to fill customer orders on time.
  • Pick-and-place robot
    The FlexPicker IRB 360 is a second-generation, high-speed picking robot that claims faster processing and faster payback for packaging applications. The robot offers the ability to handle heavier objects and accommodate the mass of increasingly sophisticated grippers required in handling diverse products. The IRB 360 is the second-generation delta robot solution for precision pick-and-place applications. It features high speed, high payload, accuracy, reliability and ease of use.
  • End-of-line process automation
    Elettric 80’s scalable Freeway system provides a solution through custom-designed automation for fast-moving consumer-goods plants, especially those with two-shift operations, or more.
  • Pick-and-place system
    Jorgensen Engineering has developed a robotic system for pick and place.
  • Racks and spur gears
    Racks and spur gears can be used to transmit power and motion between rotating shafts or convert rotational motion into linear motion.
  • Robot
    Cama’s latest robot, the Triaflex, is a custom-made robot that can reach speeds of up to 150 cycles/min, with the capability to function on a single or double line tracking system and carry out tasks which are particularly complicated technically, such as managing and loading products on continuous motion machines.
  • Robot range
    The Kuka KR5 sixx CR — Cleanroom Robot features a 5 kg payload and is available in two versions: the KR5 sixx R650 CR with 650 mm reach and the KR5 sixx R850 CR with 850 mm reach. Both are compact, high-speed robots that meet ISO Class 3 requirements and are double foil packed under cleanroom conditions.
  • End-of-line robot
    The Oystar A+F Twinline twin-axis robot has been developed for the Twinline pick-and-place machine.
  • Tecnopack pick-and-place robot
    The IRB 2400, an industrial robot from Tecnopack, is an anthropomorphic robot, with 6 axis. It is suitable for general product pick-and-place operations, especially when it is necessary to handle many components at the same time. It is available in three versions, with a managing capacity from 5 up to 16 kg.
  • Robotic packing line
    Two Marel Food Systems companies — AEW Delford and Scanvaegt — are pioneering loading and batching technology with the IPL Batcher and RoboBatcher systems to provide meat, fish and poultry processors with intelligent robot batching machines and systems.
  • Data collection computer for cold storage applications
    LXE has released what it claims is the smallest and lightest, wireless handheld data collection computer for cold storage.
  • Mobile computer
    CipherLab has built its latest mobile computers called the 9400 series. These handheld PCs have 520 MHz computer power, 128 MB of SDRAM and many standard features all built within a lightweight compact form that fits easily into a hand.
  • Robot control
    ABB has enhanced its IRC5 controller operating system with the release of RobotWare 5.10.
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  • Optyx sorter increases throughput for Stemilt Growers
    In response to rising costs and labour shortages, many cherry packers are turning to automated inspection to increase throughput and reduce costs. To this end, cherry packer Stemilt Growers has recently installed an Optyx sorter in its plant in Wenatchee, Washington.
  • Mobile computers for Parmalat
    “As we look to expand our manufacturing and distribution capacity in the coming year, we will rely heavily on new technology to enhance our WMS and improve our overall operations,” said Vince Campanelli, Vice President at Parmalat, a global producer of milk and dairy products, fruit juices, cultured products and cheese products. “The use of the CK71s on both the manufacturing and distribution floors will help streamline all aspects of our business, from shipping and receiving to inventory, picking and more.”
  • Waste reduction and stock discrepancy management
    A&D Australasia has used its weighing and measurement technology and local automation engineering expertise to create a valuable customised solution for one of Australia’s leading beverage producers.
  • Robotic multi-line palletising
    Scott Package Handling Systems was selected by Fonterra's Canpac sachet packaging plant in Hamilton to supply a sophisticated multi-line, robotically-operated palletising system that could be operated without staff involvement

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