Texas Instruments, Inc., Semiconductors    Dallas, TX 75243
Nov 10, 2011 Sitara(TM) AM335x ARM® Cortex(TM)-A8 microprocessors with NEON at up to 720 MHz consume as little as 7 mW of power while providing developers with 3D graphics capabilities, touch screen controller, and peripherals on one chip. Power management options help keep power levels as low as 700 mW in active mode, while integration provides CAN, 2-port Gbe switch, Dual USB + PHYs, LPDDR1/DDR2/DDR3, PRU, ADC, and cryptographic acceleration.

Reis Robotics    Elgin, IL 60123
Nov 08, 2011 With all bearings and mobile parts separately sealed and encapsulated, RH Series withstands extreme foundry conditions. Series comprises 2 robot types with 6 axes up to load capacity of 130 kg, as well as 2 robot types with 4 basic axes for load capacities up to 300 kg. Horizontal arrangement of arm enables optimal movement sequence for extraction, insertion, and spray tasks at die casting machine, while anti-collision protection prevents damage to robot during programming and operation.

Essemtec Ag      Switzerland
Nov 04, 2011 Available for Cobra and Paraquda pick-and-place machines, TCQ 18-bin changer can replace component tray in less than 5 sec and align it with better than 50 µm accuracy. Trays are stored in magazine that is equipped with handles and can be replaced. Standard magazines feature 18 or 14 slots, depending on tray thickness, each with room for one standard JEDEC tray; space also can be divided for several smaller trays. Capabilities can accommodate needs of small and lightweight components.

SAS Automation, Ltd.    Xenia, OH 45385
Nov 03, 2011 SAS Automation tool changers facilitate and accelerate mounting of EOAT (end-of-arm tooling) and gripper systems to robot arm by automatically connecting multiple ports, including air, vacuum, and electric. Robot side (QSR) is permanently attached to robot arm, and tool side (QST) is permanently attached to each individual EOAT. EOAT mounts to robot by fitting 2 sides together and then locking them into position.

STMicroelectronics    Lexington, MA 02421
Oct 14, 2011 Implemented in 65 nm CMOS process, ST-MIT voltage-scalable microprocessor SoC suits applications with limited power budget and time-varying processing loads. Power consumption is 10.2 pJ/cycle at 0.54 V, and SRAM memory cells can operate at 0.4 V. Memory-access power consumption is further reduced via latch-based instruction and data caches at first level of hierarchy. Additional features include on-chip ULP clock generation, analog-to-digital conversion, and peripherals.

ABB Robotics, Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Oct 06, 2011 Fully configured ArcPack(TM) Lean 1410 includes IRB 1410 robot, IRC5 Compact controller, Fronius TransSteel 3500 power supply and wire feeder, and Tregaskiss 500 Amp air-cooled welding torch. Six-axis robot, specially designed for arc welding, features 5 kg handling capacity with supplementary 18 kg load capacity on upper arm for application equipment. With positional repeatability of ±0.025 mm, IRB 1410 delivers optimal welds in tight, restricted locations.

SAS Automation, Ltd.    Xenia, OH 45385
Oct 06, 2011 Designed to distribute forces evenly over entire contact area, Internal Diameter Grippers include Model IDG 16 with 26-38 mm diameter range and 40 N force per jaw, Model IDG 25 with 36-56 mm range and 100 N force per jaw, and Model IDG 44 with 60-132 mm range and 400 N force per jaw. Units require one compressed air line and utilize 1/8 in. diameter Neoprene rubber cord stock inserts for secure grip. Nose adapter can be customized for locating or part stabilization.

Norbain Security    Wokingham, Berkshire   United Kingdom
Oct 04, 2011 Sarix IX Series IP Cameras and Sarix IM Series Mini Domes are available with SureVision imaging technology, which combines wide dynamic range, low-light, and anti-bloom capabilities. It enables camera to automatically adjust to deliver optimal detail, even in challenging lighting conditions. Despite bright light, low light, intense shining light, SureVision ensures optimal image quality automatically and simultaneously.

Reis Robotics    Elgin, IL 60123
Sep 30, 2011 Allowing robotic welding even for short production runs, completely enclosed and movable welding cell consists of 6-axis RV10-6 vertical articulated arm robot, high-capacity RobotStarV control, and 2 freely programmable additional axes. Welding robot, which may be arranged upright or suspended overhead, has payload capacity of 13.23 lb and repeatability of 0.002 in. All supply, exhaust, and safety requirements are integrated within cell, which occupies 32.8 feet² floor space.

Inductotherm    Rancocas, NJ 08073
Sep 29, 2011 Distancing foundry workers from furnace and its molten metal, ARMS® (Automated Robotic Melt Shop) System uses robot to perform full scope of hazardous operations. These include checking metal bath grounding, dipping thermocouple lance, slagging furnace, taking metal samples, and adding any required trim materials. From control room, furnace operator activates pre-programmed robot and controls movement of furnace, charge car, and slag cart.

Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
Sep 20, 2011 Equipped with servo motor, LEG 400 weighs 6.5 kg, offers variable stroke from 0-103 mm, and delivers gripping force of up to 1,050 N. Unit can be equipped with pneumatic and electric drive and is suited for use in metal cutting and automotive industries along with assembly and handling tasks. Both drive spindles are coupled if LEG is operated with single servo motor, and fingers move synchronously. With 2 motors, fingers can move to any position in gripping range independently.

FIPA, Inc.    Atlanta, GA 30318
Aug 31, 2011 Suited for cylindrical workpieces, 3-finger parallel grippers bring workpiece to defined position via self-centering gripper fingers and provide secure grip. Stroke spectrum ranges from 2-10 mm, and gripping forces range from 20-720 N. Parallel grippers for especially long strokes cover range from 20-200 mm and gripping forces from 20 to ~500 N. They are used, for example, in systems for handling of plane injection molded parts. Both grippers accommodate sensors for detecting piston position.

Sony Electronics Inc    San Diego, CA 92127
Aug 30, 2011 Along with Translucent Mirror Technology, interchangeable lens cameras SLT-A77 (a77) and SLT-A65 (a65) feature Exmor(TM) APS HD CMOS sensor with 24.3 MP resolution and XGA OLED Tru-Finder(TM) viewfinder. Model a77 has 19-point auto focus system featuring 11 cross sensors that captures 24 MP images at 12 fps with full-time phase-detection, while Model a65 features 15-point auto focus with 3 cross sensors that achieves 10 fps. Cameras capture full HD video at 60p frame rates; 24p shooting is also available.

Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
Aug 16, 2011 Pneumatic PPU-P suits handling and assembly involving small components. Due to valve control unit, connected gripper can be placed directly over individual target position and actuated via standard control interface. Horizontal and vertical motion overlap and are positively driven by curved roller, minimizing cycle times. At 145 mm horizontal stroke, 45 mm (20 mm linear) vertical stroke, and up to 1 kg moving mass, unit achieves cycle time of 0.63 sec, including 2 x 50 msec gripping time.

ESS Technologies, Inc.    Blacksburg, VA 24060
Aug 09, 2011 Combining FANUC LR Mate 200iC robot with ESS end-of-arm-tooling, Robotic Cartoner Infeed is available as stand-alone robotic cell that also integrates with cartoners or existing packaging lines. Six-axis robot has payload capacity of 5 kg, and can handle infeed speeds up to 400/minute with multiple products per pick, or up to 80 cycles/min. Infeed is suited for packaging pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics, and consumer goods.

Harvard Apparatus, Inc.    Holliston, MA 01746 1371
Aug 02, 2011 Operated in digital camera fashion, Infrared Contrast Imaging (IRCI) camera detects IR emission influenced in predictable way by surface composition, texture, chemical make-up, thickness, tonicity, and temperature. Emissions are interpreted as distinct color patterns on reported image, identifying physical and physiological features. This allows clear visualization of histological, physiological, morphological, and metabolic phenomena down to cellular level.

STMicroelectronics    Lexington, MA 02421
Jul 27, 2011 Integrating Mentor® Embedded Inflexion(TM) User Interface software, SPEAr Processors enable implementation of dynamic 2D and 3D UIs for product differentiation in embedded control applications. Microprocessors combine one or two ARM926 processor cores and Dual Cortex A9 cores with memory interfaces and set of IP blocks delivering connectivity, communication, and A/V functions. Applications range from wireless access devices, printers, and security systems to medical and diagnostic equipment.

Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
Jul 19, 2011 Controlled via Ethernet TCP/IP or Profibus DP, Model WSG 50 features 110 mm stroke, variable gripping force of 1-120 N, and gripping speed of 850 mm/s. Integrated web server facilitates programming, operation, remote maintenance, and updating, while internal MicroSD card saves programs and documents. With sensors in gripper jaws, WSG 50 can measure forces that occur during gripping, making it suited for handling sensitive samples in laboratories, pharmaceuticals, and research facilities.

Igus, Inc.    East Providence, RI 02914 0349
Jul 15, 2011 Suited for automation applications, Robolink multi-axis joint modules feature actuators and control module, decoupled from tools, that minimize dynamic forces. Corrosion-resistant joints, made from tribologically optimized plastics, are driven by cables and can rotate and swivel freely. Along with central drive option, mechanical accessories are available for attaching robot joints and routing cables. Drive units featuring 4 drive motors and one housing are also available.

Denso Sales California, Inc.    Long Beach, CA 90810
Jul 06, 2011 WINCAPS III enables robot to be programmed from offline computer and allows remote monitoring of workcell operations via realtime I/O status indicators and detailed control logs. Using included 3D simulation package, users can lay out entire automation workcell in virtual environment. Solution employs robot's native command language and lets users record simulation session and save it as AVI file for later reference. Other features include Easy Teach function and several editing functions.