ABB Robotics, Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Jan 11, 2012 PMC variant of IRC5 Panel Mount Robotic Controller can be integrated into large robots. It consists of large drive module and standard IRC5 control module that can be separately mounted in variety of configurations, which gives machine builders flexibility to create custom enclosures to best protect electronics for specific harsh environments. Up to 4 drive modules may be connected to same control module for multiple robot control (MultiMove) or control of additional axes.

ABB Robotics, Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Feb 03, 2011 Desktop-sized controller, IRC5 Compact, supports 6-axis IRB 120 robot as well as IRB 140 and 260, IRB 360 FlexPicker(TM), IRB 1410, and IRB 1600 robot series. Design is compatible with standard and panel-mount IRC-5 controllers, providing same functionality in portable model: motion control, FlexPendant programming, RAPID language, and communications. Commissioning is facilitated by one-phase power input, external connectors for all signals, and expandable 16-in, 16-out I/O system.

ABB Robotics, Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Sep 14, 2010 Combining AC500 PLC with IRC5 robot controller, integrated unit supports up to 3 local I/O boards plus bus communications for remote I/Os, providing single point of control for range of production cell functions, including peripheral production equipment such as grippers, feeders, and ancillary machines. DeviceNet, PROFIBUS DP, CANopen, and Modbus TCP are supported, as well as wireless communications, making integrated controller suitable for virtually any factory site.

ABB Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Aug 31, 2010 Combining AC500 PLC with IRC5 robot controller, integrated unit provides up to 3 local I/O boards plus bus communications for remote I/Os, offering single point of control for range of production cell functions, including grippers, feeders, and ancillary machines. All main communications standards, including DeviceNet, PROFIBUS DP, CANopen, and Modbus TCP are supported, as well as wireless communications. To facilitate programming and operation, software framework is included.

Kawasaki Robotics (USA), Inc.    Wixom, MI 48393
Apr 06, 2010 Kawasaki D Series Controller features CPU with multiple processors, with processing speed between CPU and digital servo drives suitable for optimizing motion control. High-speed signal monitoring of E-stop and collision detection circuits minimizes risk of system failure. Product supports any network communications protocol, and uses K-Logic sequencer for configuration without external PLC. Incorporating teach pendant interface touchscreen, unit allows control of up to 16 axes.

EPSON Factory Automation/Robotics    Carson, CA 90746
Apr 05, 2010 Supplied in single-box chassis that contains control unit (PC) and drive unit (amps), RC420 robot controller has passive backplane, shock mount drive bay, and 200 W power supply. EPSON RC+ Control Software, included, facilitates use, while SPEL+ language accommodates system designers throughout world. Powered by 850 MHz Intel® Celeron® CPU, controller features 128 MB PC100 SDRAM, removable 20 GB hard drive, as well as various connectivity and expansion options.

Wolf Robotics    Fort Collins, CO 80525
Mar 16, 2010 Slim designed Wolf Cell Control offers complete robotic cell control from one location from anywhere in world using WolfLink(TM) remote systems support. Numerous control screens control welding process including system diagnostics, overall equipment effectiveness, automatic cycling, service, and alarms.

Balluff, Inc.    Florence, KY 41042-0937
May 08, 2009 Available for RTU and track or gantry robots, BZL Robot Zone Limit Systems provide diverse, complementary, and redundant position monitoring for up to 3 robot axes to help recapture lost productivity. Systems offer flexibility to adjust zone angles and locations while providing means to mute personnel sensing devices per requirements of ANSI/RIA R15.06-1999. Pre-engineered kits include all mounting hardware, complementary cams, and multiple position switch in mechanical or inductive versions.

RoboteQ    Phoenix, AZ 85022
Jan 26, 2009 Able to directly drive up to 120 A on each channel at up to 60 V, AX2860 accepts commands from R/C radio, analog joystick, or RS232 interface. Channels can be operated independently or combined to set vehicle direction/rotation, and motors may be operated in open- or closed-loop speed mode. Along with intelligent current sensing and controlling, features include inputs for 2 Quadrature Encoders up to 250 kHz and 4 limit switches for precise speed and traveled distance measurement.

ACS Motion Control    Plymouth, MN 55447
Oct 02, 2008 With 20 kHz servo update rate and 2 kHz profile update rate, SPiiPlus and MC4U motion controller series feature advanced tuning tools including FFT analysis, profile/variable monitoring, and up to 8 axis of arbitrary path generation with cubic interpolation. They provide application programming using ACSPL+ multi-tasking language that delivers 64-bit floating point math and array handling capabilities. Open architecture design offers PCI-bus, serial, and Ethernet communications options.

ABB Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
May 30, 2008 Supplied in chassis form, panel-mount robot controllers measure 250 mm deep and are designed to facilitate application planning, set up, operation, and maintenance of single or multiple robot cells. Each unit controls up to 4 robots, and separate modules specifically address robot control, axis drives, and process control. Technologies are included for optimization of motions for all robots and external axes as well as fully synchronous operation of multiple robots.

Bosch Rexroth Corp.    Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
Jan 15, 2008 Combining motion and logic with robotic control, IndraMotion MLC controller is capable of up to 64 axes of control with ability to handle up to 8 robotic kinematics simultaneously. It uses standard IEC programming controls for robotic functions and features dynamic belt synchronization for multiple conveyors as well as integrated vision system interface. With more than 100 ready-to-use kinematics for Delta, SCARA, and Cartesian style robots, unit offers full 6-axis path planner.

Bosch Rexroth Corporation    Hoffman Estates, IL 60192-3707
Dec 13, 2007 Combining motion and logic control with robot control on uniform IEC platform, IndraMotion MLC is capable of up to 64 axes of control with ability to handle up to 8 robotic kinematics simultaneously. Unit includes dynamic belt synchronization for multiple conveyors, and integrated vision system interface. Control platform uses all Ethernet-based SERCOS III network as standard drive interface and for HMI and vision system integration.

Adept Technology, Inc.    Livermore, CA 94551
Apr 10, 2007 Adept MotionBlox-60R(TM) robot controller enables 6-axis robots to run on SmartServo(TM) controller technology, creating robot system suitable for medical, cosmetic, and consumer good applications. Compact, portable device installs and mounts in multiple configurations with no need for environmental cabinets and also features embedded networking and vision technology.

EPSON Factory Automation/Robotics    Carson, CA 90746
Jun 02, 2006 Based on PowerDrive servo technology that provides path control and fast accel/decel times, 6-axis Micro PowerDrive can be mounted inside standard cabinet panel next to PLC, saving factory floor space. Unit is available with E2 SCARA and Pro Six 6-axis robots and includes EPSON RC+ development environment. It provides 16-task multitasking, SPEL+ programming language, project management, and source level debugging with SmartSense technology.

Denso Sales California, Inc.    Long Beach, CA 90810
May 01, 2006 Saving work-cell space, RC7M measures 440 x 425 x 157.5 mm and weighs less than 50 lb. It features 100 Base-T Ethernet, USB, RS-232C, and Mini Parallel I/O, while DeviceNet, Profibus, and Parallel I/O ports are optional. With 3.25 MB memory, RC7M holds up to 10,000 programming steps and 30,000 teach points. Optional accessories include teaching pendant, minipendant, and WINCAPS II 3-D simulation software.

Precise Automation LLC    Los Altos, CA 94024
Oct 06, 2005 Based on distributed network architecture, Guidance 3400 handles 4 axes of motion at point of use and may be controlled remotely via its web server-based user interface. Motion controller contains 8 encoder input channels, 700 MIPS processor, and digital and analog I/O as well as 3 communication interfaces. Producing up to 2,000 W of motor power in 180 x 70 x 70 mm package, it comes with optional machine vision package with measurement tools and object locator.

FANUC Robotics America, Inc.    Rochester Hills, MI 48309 3253
Sep 24, 2004 Touch Panel iPendant user interface for R-J3iB Robotic Controller allows user to access corporate Web sites, electronic documentation, advanced diagnostic information, or other equipment directly from controller. Email capability allows robot to automatically send messages regarding errors or production status. Ergonomic design includes multi-window display and color LCD screen, and unit also provides integrated help and diagnostic functions.

Yamaha Robotics    Edgemont, PA 19028
Jul 27, 2004 Model SRCD offers program operation, operation by specifying points from PLC, operation by commanding from PC, and operation by inputting pulse train. With mass storage memory of up to 1,000 points/100 programs, unit is capable of multitask execution, up to 4 tasks maximum, when using programs, and standard functionality makes it usable with existing programs. CC-Link, DeviceNet, and Ethernet communication are optional.

Motoman, Inc.    West Carrollton, OH 45449 2158
May 14, 2004 MotoHMIâ„¢ provides touch-screen operator interface that allows user to control robot system, view production data, correct machine malfunctions, view manuals and prints, and view and debug PLC ladder programming. Powered by 820 MHz Pentium® III processor, package includes industrial PC with 20 GB hard drive, 15 in. flat panel monitor, mouse, UPS, and 2 expansion slots. Ethernet port is provided for communication with Motoman robot controller.