Automation & Controls

Products • July 7, 2021

Type KR-RL LM Guide Actuator

An electric actuator, the Type KR-RL offers several advantages over pneumatic types. "Where a pneumatic gripper simply provides an open and close function, the Type KR-RL offers precise force control," stated Kinoshita. Gripping force can be regulated according to the fragility of the object being transferred. Speed control, a longer life through the incorporation of heat-treated steel, and energy savings are additional benefits.

News • July 6, 2021

Okuma and Richard Childress Racing celebrate 20-year partnership

Initially, RCR purchased five Okuma machines. Today, it operates 19 Okuma machines, 2 of which are original machines from the initial 2001 installation.

Products • June 30, 2021

R-Palletize

R-Palletize is a configurable palletizing station which allows low-volume, high-mix manufacturers to use a single robotic cell for palletizing a variety of product patterns. R-Palletize is available in four hardware configurations which include a FANUC America M710iC/50H robot to handle cases up to 40 pounds, a Rockwell Automation control system, and optional end-of-arm-tooling (EOAT) to suit the application. Designed for rapid installation and easy setup, R-Palletize offers changeover time in as little as five minutes from the user interface.

News • June 28, 2021

Goellner joins Okuma’s Thinc network

Goellner and its subsidiaries bring an extensive product portfolio to the network.

Products • June 24, 2021

A-352 XY / XYZ Cartesian Gantry Systems

For applications requiring XYZ motion, a motorized vertical linear module can be added at the factory - voice coil motors, linear motors, and screw drive linear modules are available, all with counterbalance or break option. Customizations, such as stage base materials (granite, aluminum, etc), a steel base, or isolators as well as mounting platforms for vision systems, laser heads, galvos or dispensers, etc., are also available.

Products • June 23, 2021

Smart Function Kit for Handling

The Smart Function Kit for Handling can be used in a variety of areas, such as production handling, machine assembly and packaging. Pick-and-place tasks can also be performed quickly and cost-effectively, as a Cartesian multi-axis system for packages of different sizes, weights and formats. n

Articles • June 22, 2021 • Craig Zoberis

Maximize existing resources

Robot integrations help manufacturers see what's really happening on the shop floor.

Products • June 22, 2021

ToolConnect Barcode Application

The ToolConnect barcode application uses a barcode scanner at the machine tool to scan the presetter generated barcode. ToolConnect reads and processes the barcode data, displays all tool and process information and then automatically updates the offsets to the correct fields in the control. No operator data entry is required.

Products • June 16, 2021

Enhanced UR10e Robot

The enhanced UR10e retains the small footprint, intuitive programming experience, uncompromising repeatability, commitment to quality, and trusted performance that Universal Robots customers have come to expect, but its increased payload capacity means that users can now do more.

Products • June 11, 2021

A-142

This low-profile nanopositioning stage (only 27 mm high (1.1")) is maintenance free, and due to its non-particle generating drive and guiding principle, cleanroom compatible. It delivers 10mm (0.4") of hysteresis-free linear travel of its 75x80mm (≈3x3¼") moving platform while supporting up to 3kg (6.6lbs) loads. The air bearing guide guarantees straightness of 100nm and flatness of 0.5µm. High motion performance is achieved with an integrated voice-coil motor that achieves a max. velocity of 450 mm/s and acceleration of 20m/sec2, a great advantage in dynamic scanning and positioning applications.

Products • June 10, 2021

LPMA1000 Series

The LPMA revolutionizes modular laser process automation and promotes innovative, globally competitive opportunities for small to midsize niche manufacturers in the United States and Europe. LPMA series contains all beam delivery functions necessary to support the efficient operation of the laser, with integrated power measurement, beam diagnostics (option), laser attenuation, purge system, and quick optic change mounts. Customers will select configurations for bowl feeding, bin feed, pick & place automation, and machine vision.

Products • June 9, 2021

RS013N Medium Payload Robot

The robot's design includes a new arm structure, drive system and lighter main unit, which enables high speeds and a large working area. Its 1,460 mm reach is the largest in its class, allowing for installation flexibility and use in a wider variety of applications. The RS013N robot also leads its class in speed, resulting in reduced cycle times and increased productivity.