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 MotoHMI™ 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.

Motoman, Inc.
West Carrollton, OH 45449 2158
May 14, 2004 Based on Windows CE, Model NX100 features 6.5 in. color touchscreen with compact flash card slot, and standard Ethernet port with TCP/IP and FTP protocols. Support of optional web server allows remote monitoring and diagnosis through Internet or local network. Controller offers integrated soft PLC with 1,024 I/O, support for ladder programs, and graphical ladder editor. It connects to variety of Fieldbus networks, including DeviceNet, ProfiBus, and EtherNet/IP.

Yamaha Robotics
Edgemont, PA 19028
Feb 02, 2004 Model PRCX 4-axis robot controller includes YRADS® Yamaha Robotics Applications Developer Studio, allowing user to define and configure robotic work cell with Windows®-based application. YRADS provides component and parameter configuration, as well as point teaching using data input, jog function, and direct teach methods. Four-axis drive system connects to customer PC with bus extension card. Multiple PRCX units can be controlled by one PC.

SKF Motion Technologies
Bethlehem, PA 18017
Nov 19, 2003 ServoMove Systems utilize electro-mechanical linear ball-screw actuators with brushless dc motors to perform precise, repetitive-motion operations in applications involving robotics and automated tasks. Modular in design, they consist of Operator Interface (CAOP), PLC, and local I/O Module. CAOP controls up to 4 Type CASI 40 servo actuators and accommodates unlimited number of sub-masters. Display panel lets users select drive modes and adjust parameters.

Adept Technology, Inc.
San Jose, CA 95134
Jun 06, 2003 Based on SmartServo architecture, SmartMotion system uses extensive library of kinematics solutions and motion algorithms to control industrial robots and other multi-axis servo devices. It offers linear and backlash compensation, orthogonality compensation, split-axis drive, and adaptive servoing to improve positional accuracy. Control uses FireWire®-based high-speed control bus, which replaces hundreds of wires and connections with single cable.

Schunk
Morrisville, NC 27560
Jun 02, 2003 Model FTC combines mechanical compliance and opto-electric measurement of all 6 degrees of freedom to eliminate steep rise of force at time of contact and enable fast force-regulated positioning. All electronics are incorporated within sensor and 1 kHz clock speeds allow real-time robot control. Communication is provided over protocols such as CAN bus and RS-232 or RS-485. Mechanical interface mounts directly to standard ISO robot flanges.

Solutions Cubed
Chico, CA 95928
May 27, 2003 PID-based Position Controllers provide 32-bit position control for DC brushed motors with 2-channel quadrature encoders. ICON, Mini, and Micro PID Models are rated at 1–40 Vdc, 12A; 1–30 Vdc, 3.75 A; and 6–30 Vdc, 2.5 A respectively. Units store up to 16 trapezoidal profile segments and 3 PID settings. They deliver direct position control via 38.4, 19.2, or 9.6 Kbps serial interface. Analog position control mode provides 1,024 positions with offset and multiplier functions.

KUKA Robotics Corp.
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Apr 16, 2003 Ethernet-RSI permits external computer to communicate directly with motion system of KUKA Robot Controller, allowing computer to dynamically adjust current motion of robot. It can also stream data to external computer in real-time. Ethernet-RSI allows data to flow between controller and computer at rate of 83 Hz. It can use existing Ethernet port in controller or additional port using standard PCI-based Ethernet card.

RoboteQ
Phoenix, AZ 85022
Jan 23, 2003 Microprocessor-based, dual-channel DC Model AX2500 directly drives up to 120 A on each channel at up to 40 V. Channels can be operated independently or combined. Controller accepts commands from R/C radio or serial port interface. Intelligent current sensing and controlling automatically limit each channel’s power output to 120 A for time typically required to accelerate or stop robot. Extruded aluminum case serves as heat sink for output power stage.

EPSON Factory Automation/Robotics
Carson, CA 90746
Oct 01, 2002 Conveyor Tracking on RC520 EPSON RC+ based Robot Controller allows robots to work in automated systems that incorporate continuously moving conveyors for transporting materials in and out of workcell. Tracking package supports single and multiple conveyors as well as single and multiple robots. It seamlessly integrates into EPSON RC+ programming environment.