Manncorp
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Nov 12, 2009 Aimed at OEMs that wish to prototype and perform short-run PCB assembly in-house, Model 7700-FV Pick-and-Place System provides precision needed for placement of advanced SMDs, including 0402 chip components, CSPs, BGAs, and fine pitch QFPs. Available in 3 versions, machine will accommodate cut strip feeders or filled reels of 8 and 12 mm tapes, along with standard holders for JEDEC trays and stick feeders.

ST Robotics
Princeton, NJ 08540
Nov 11, 2009 Self-contained Firefly R12-500 features 5-axis, vertically articulated industrial robot arm with 500 mm reach. Unit's intelligence can accomplish complex tasks, while interface allows adaptation to any application, from machine feeding to testing to laboratory sample handling. Options include pneumatic, electric, and vacuum grippers, and expandable I/O.

ESS Technologies, Inc.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Nov 11, 2009 Designed for packaging facilities with limited floor space, Model V 30P combines vertical robotic case packer with integrated palletizer cell to provide multifunctional, end-of-line packaging. Packaging cell integrates FANUC robot, EOAT, palletizing cell, and Allen Bradley controls with touchscreen display. To fully automate end-of-line packaging process, palletizing cell may include tier/deck sheet placement and automatic pallet dispenser with flow-through pallet conveyor.

EPSON Factory Automation/Robotics
Carson, CA 90746
Oct 29, 2009 Optimized for cycle time, precision, and motion range, EPSON C3 has SlimLine design featuring slim body and compact wrist that enable wide motion range with minimal mechanical restrictions. Robot can reach into confined and restricted work spaces from many angles with smooth motion, and tight integration of motors and amplifiers along with Hi-Res feedback and control quality lend to motion performance. Micro PowerDrive RC180 Controller is also standard.

QComp Technologies, Inc
Greenville, WI 54942
Oct 28, 2009 Featuring one 4-axis robot and one 6-axis robot, Duet Packer Cell can pack individual products into shipping cases or containers at rate of 150 picks/min with capacity of 45 lb per pick. System includes integrated feed conveyors, Rockwell Micrologix PLC, and Panelview Plus 600 HMI interface. Pre-engineered to facilitate install and start-up, Duet Packer Cell meets stringent RIA and ANSI standards.

ABB Robotics, Inc.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Oct 26, 2009 Weighing 55 lb, 6-axis Model IRB 120 has standard payload of 6.6 lb, vertical wrist payload of 8.8 lb, and 580 mm reach, as well as 411 mm stroke and ability to reach 112 mm below base. Robot can be mounted at any angle, either in cell, on top of machine, or in close proximity to other robots on line. Unit's IRC5 Compact controller enables commissioning through one-phase power input, external connectors for all signals, and built-in, expandable 16 in, 16 out I/O system.

QComp Technologies, Inc
Greenville, WI 54942
Oct 12, 2009 Offered as turnkey solution for packaging individual products, modular and portable Solo Packer Cell delivers flexibility that allows for constant product changes or accelerated deployment of new product packaging. Pre-engineered system packs at rates to 30 layer picks/min and picks up to 45 lb per pick. Components include 4- or 6-axis robot, integrated feed conveyors, Rockwell Micrologix PLC, and Panelview Plus 600 HMI. Also, stand-alone control system facilitates product changes.

Adept Technology, Inc.
Livermore, CA 94551
Oct 01, 2009 Available for meat and poultry processing, Quattro(TM) s650HS parallel robot gives food packagers optimal speed for raw-food handling without compromising cleanliness or hygienic standards. It features 4-arm kinematic - promoting speed, acceleration, and performance across entire work envelope - and is available with fixed platform option that adds flexibility for higher-payload products. Compact controls and embedded amplifiers facilitate installation and reduce workspace requirements.

Manncorp
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Sep 21, 2009 Optimized for flexibility and throughput, dual-head MC-385 suits high-mix, mid-volume assembly applications from product development to full manufacturing. Cognex® flying vision and stationary bottom vision speeds throughput, with latter providing instantaneous imaging of undersides of components. Traditional bottom vision is used for oversized components to 100 x 50 mm, chip placement capability covers 0201s as well as flip chips, and placement accuracy is ±.03 mm.

Techno, Inc. - CNC Router Systems
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
Sep 01, 2009 Supplied fully assembled with controls, cabling, software, and enclosure, TechnoMod Models 30, 45, and 65 offer travel ranges of 650 x 300 x 275 mm, 650 x 450 x 275 mm, and 650 x 650 x 275 mm, respectively. Fourth or 5th rotary axis can be added to machine for complex operations. Available with or without electronics as well as sliding front door with safety interlock, machines have built-in industrial computer and swing arm console with monitor and keyboard.

Manncorp
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Jul 13, 2009 Model 7722FV includes bottom vision, which delivers accuracy of ±0.05 mm in mounting SOICs, QFPs, and BGAs to 40 mm square with 15 mil fine-pitch capability. Unit features 56 feeder capacity and 6,000 dots/hr dispense option. Software with CAD download that optimizes programming is also included.

FANUC Robotics America, Inc.
Rochester Hills, MI 48309 3253
Jun 29, 2009 Model M-2000iA/1200 can support standard payload of 1,200 kg, and up to 1,350 kg, with 0.6 m offset from faceplate and fully articulated motion at wrist. Vertical lifting stroke is 6.2 m and wrist is IP67 protected for harsh environments. System includes vision and force sensing as well as FANUC iRVision system with 2D robot guidance tool for operations such as part location and error proofing. Integrated software uses robot itself for some safety functions.

FANUC Robotics America, Inc.
Rochester Hills, MI 48309 3253
Jun 29, 2009 Model M-1iA intelligent assembly robot is 17 kg, compact 6-axis robot suited for small part handling, high-speed picking, and assembly applications. Parallel-link structure maximizes speed and accuracy and robot includes 3-axis wrist. Unit operates via R-30iA controller with integrated functions such as iRVision®, Robot Link, and Collision Guard. It is also available as 4-axis model, for part picking and kitting, with single-axis wrist offering speeds up to 3,000°/sec.

Bosch Packaging Technology
New Richmond, WI 54017
Jun 24, 2009 Suited for pharmaceutical, food, and confectionery industries, LDx is comprised of compact cells with integrated Delta robots adaptable to suit various applications. Standard steel and stainless steel versions have exposed structure with no enclosed spaces and smooth, angled surfaces. Like all other major drive components, bearings in arms are made of ceramic and are nonwearing. Cells can be configured as MonoPacker, AssortmentPacker, or FeedPlacer to accommodate various requirements.

Motion Controls Robotics
Fremont, OH 43420
Jun 09, 2009 Using 6-axis robot, Robotic Case Packer automatically packs stacked, upright, inverted, or horizontal bottles into plastic/film lined or standard corrugated pre-erected cases. It has interchangeable tooling that is adjustable for wide range of product sizes and pick positions, and includes operator pendant for recipe management and error reporting. Double Case Packer can pack 2 different style bottles and cases simultaneously from 2 separate lines.

Bosch Packaging Technology
New Richmond, WI 54017
May 28, 2009 Designed for secondary packaging applications, Paloma-D2-Delta Robot aligns and places pre-packaged and wrapped products into trays and shipping cartons at rates from 50-240 per minute. Gemini v3.0 Software allows simulation of new production processes and products on virtual machine; 3D view lets operators adjust and optimize pick-and-place patterns and other settings for each product. Available with up to 3 arms, stainless steel robot can support one additional axis of movement.

ABB Robotics, Inc.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
May 13, 2009 Model IRB 4600, weighing 880 lb, is suited for various manufacturing and material handling applications. It is available in 2 short-arm, 2.05 m versions for 60 or 45 kg payload and 2 long-arm 2.50 and 2.55 m versions for 40 or 20 kg. Semishelf mounting enables reach below base of robot and unit allows floor, tilted, and inverted mounting. It also offers minimized cycle times, optimized path accuracy, and is protected to IP67 standards.

ESS Technologies, Inc.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Apr 17, 2009 TaskMate(TM), designed to meet cGMP standards, incorporates FANUC multi-axis robot and end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) to load infeed of tube fillers/closers. Incorporated with empty tube case accumulation system, robotic loader allows tube filling system to operate unattended for extended production runs. Other components include Allen Bradley PLC, touchscreen display, and interlocked Lexan guarding. EOAT may be vacuum-style, gripper-style, or combination thereof.

MAG Industrial Automation Systems
Sterling Heights,, MI 48313
Apr 01, 2009 Delivering repeatable process control as automated blade molding facility, CNC-controlled Rapid Material Placement System (RMPS) offers integrated manufacturing capable of spraying in-mold coatings, dispensing/lay-up of glass and carbon fiber materials, and dispensing/application of adhesive. Also available, quick-cure molding system produces molds using customer CAD data, yielding finished blade to spec with each cycle. It can be infused with resin in 1 hr and followed by 2 hr cure.

EPSON Factory Automation/Robotics
Carson, CA 90746
Mar 18, 2009 With working quadrangle of 494 x 494 mm, EPSON RS3 robot suits lab automation and process-heavy applications. Unit has no dead space in center of work envelope. Zero footprint robot's work envelope allows for design flexibility with over 360° of axis rotation for omni directional access.