How do robotic arms reduce downtime in production?

A modern robotic arms support rapid commissioning and shorter changeover times at several points. On the one hand, they can be operated by physical training (drag & drop) and precise programming (by dashboard, API/JSON, coordinates), so that more flexibility to switch tasks. On the other hand, the arms have an integrated control unit which facilitates commissioning and reduces the complexity of the installation; the design of the robotic arm also increases overall efficiency. Connectivity can be via Wi-Fi / Ethernet / Bluetooth / USB serial / RS485, simplifying system integration.

A plug-and-play adapter ecosystem (10+ end tools) also help to speed up changeovers: electric grippers (including infinite rotation), adaptive grippers, electric vacuum end tools, flexible grippers for fragile or irregular objects, and 3D cameras are available; several tools also offer ROS support.

From RM series safety module immediately stops operation in the event of contact, ensuring safe human-machine interaction. The -6F models are equipped with a six-axis force/torque sensor (200 N / 7 Nm, <0.1% FS), which supports precise force control. The IP54 rated arms can be used in industrial environments, with typical power consumption of max. 200 W, average ~100 W.

Several series are available for different tasks:

  • RM (6/7 DOF): 5 kg burden, 610-638,5 mm working beam, ±0,05 mm repeatability accuracy.
  • RML (6 DOF): big stretch (900-928,5 mm), 3 kg burden, ±0,05 mm Accuracy.
  • ECO (6 DOF): economical, compact; 5 kg models and the ECO62-B (355 mm, 1-2 kg).
  • GEN (7 DOF): cost-effective, 2 kg burden, 1 mm Repetition accuracy, hard/soft chair joints.

Summary: a flexible training and programming, the integrated controller easier installation due to the versatile, plug-and-play adapters and the security and detection skills together give the qualities that for robotic arms, which are support the reduction of working time in production.

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