Motoman LoadWorld: Modular, Flexible Machine Tool Tending

Provided By Yaskawa America, Inc.

LoadWorld cells are flexible robotic solutions for automating machine tending. Benefits of robotic machine loading and unloading include increased spindle utilization, which results in higher productivity, as well as increased flexibility, improved safety, lower costs and reduced risk. Configuring a modular LoadWorld solution is easy. The standard, pre-engineered LoadWorld includes a Motoman robot, gripper/valve module with upper arm cable management, standard machine interface, safety fence and other peripheral equipment. Optional modules include conveyors, part positioners, pallet floor locators, part cleaners and markers. Modules are equipped with plug-and-play electrical connections for easy integration. LoadWorlds can be configured with Motoman high-performance HP-series robots (6-600 kg payloads) or application-specific EH-series Expert Handling robots (80-200 payloads and extended-reach versions). Motoman's unique IA20 robot that features a revolutionary 7-axis actuator-driven design (20 kg payload) can also be used in LoadWorld cells. Machine specific interfaces are available for Haas, Mazak, Daewoo/Doosan and Okuma machine tools. Motoman provides robots and complete robotic automation for virtually every application and industry. Founded in 1989, Motoman has continually gained market share and is now one of the largest robotic solution providers in North and South America with more than 29,000 robotic installations. Motoman’s parent, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, is the world’s leading robot manufacturer with an installed base of nearly 200,000 robots.

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MotoSight Vision-Guided Robot Solutions Ideal for Material Handling Applications

Provided By Yaskawa America, Inc.

Utilizing MotoSight, Motoman robots have the capability to perform the most complex vision-guided applications, despite confusing backgrounds and/or parts that are randomly located. This application of vision-guided technology provides flexibility and cost savings to manufacturers by eliminating the need for positioning tooling or locating devices to repeatably position parts – as previously required for robotic applications. Motoman’s MotoSight 2D integrates the most powerful vision products available. By partnering with world-leading vision product providers, Motoman leverages the unrivaled expertise and experience of these companies along with our industry-leading robot performance, to provide unmatched, vision-based application solutions.

Motoman also offers a MotoSight 3D vision package that features an intuitive, easy-to-use operator interface and also offers customizable menus. This software enables customers to attack more complex vision applications requiring 3D part and position recognition. It supports fixed-mounted or arm-mounted, off-the-shelf cameras. The software supports multiple coordinate systems and provides statistical production data. Motoman provides robots and complete robotic automation for virtually every application and industry. Founded in 1989, Motoman has continually gained market share and is now one of the largest robotic solution providers in North and South America with more than 29,000 robotic installations. Motoman’s parent, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, is the world’s leading robot manufacturer with an installed base of nearly 200,000 robots.

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New! Motoman ES165D and ES200D Material Handling Robots

Provided By Yaskawa America, Inc.

Versatile, high-speed Motoman ES165D and ES200D handling robots are ideal for large-payload machine and press tending applications and other handling tasks.  These robots feature wide work envelopes and high moment of inertia ratings, coupled with fast axial speeds and acceleration for high-throughput processing.  Compact, slim design enables the robots to reach into confined spaces, improving system productivity.  Connections for servo gripper use are pre-wired through the robot’s base and upper arm to the robot’s wrist, which allows a wider range of product handling.

The six-axis ES165D and ES200D models feature payloads of 165 kg (363.8 lbs) and 200 kg (441 lbs) respectively.  Both models have a 2,651 mm (104.4") horizontal reach and 3,372 mm (132.8”) vertical reach with a repeatability of ±0.2 mm (±0.008”). The work envelope extends behind the body, allowing tools to be placed at the back and providing easy access to the tooling for maintenance.  Standard ES165D and ES200D models are floor-mounted, but shelf-mounted (ES165RD and ES200RD) versions are available for layout flexibility.

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New! Motoman MH6/MH6S Multi-Application Robots

Provided By Yaskawa America, Inc.

Compact, powerful and economical, the new six-axis MH6 and MH6S robots require minimal installation space and offer superior performance in small part handling applications such as assembly, machine tending and packaging, as well as dispensing and other tasks. The MH6 and MH6S robots yield extraordinary production results while requiring minimal capital investment.

The MH6 model features a 1,422 mm (56") reach and offers the widest work envelope in its class. If a smaller work envelope is required, the MH6S shorter-arm model provides an 997 mm (39.3”) reach. These robots feature a 6 kg (13.2 lb) payload, but adjust their performance based on the load they are handling. The MH6 and MH6S robots have brakes on all axes and can be floor-, wall-, or ceiling-mounted for layout flexibility.  

 

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