KUKA Robotics Corp.
Clinton Township, MI 48036
Jun 25, 2007 With ability to withstand static torque of 60,000 Nm, Model KR 1000 titan is 6-axis robot that provides payload capacity of 1,000 kg and reach of 3,200 mm. Featuring robust steel base frame, it has total of 9 motors. Axes 1 and 3 each have two motors that feed into single gear unit while axis 2 is powered by 2 motors, each with its own gear unit. Robot is designed for building materials, automotive, and foundry industries.

Motion Controls Robotics
Fremont, OH 43420
Jun 25, 2007 Robotic SUBTA (Stand Up Bottle Take Away) enables in-line automated PET bottle handling and unloading for coating, leak checking, case packing, and bulk palletizing. For larger mold machines, it uses FANUC M-6iB or M-16iB robot. System grabs and sets bottles on conveyor standing up, acting as takeaway unit. With ability to handle any mold configuration (single/double row), product uses angled and/or tapered bottles and includes operator pendant for recipe adjustments and error reporting.

Distech Systems, Inc.
Rochester, NY 14606
Jun 18, 2007 Weighing less than ton, Model DS1100-TD can be moved from one point of use to another with pallet jack. It can load in less than 2 sec and cycle in less than 10 sec, and transfer parts to secondary operations such as washing, inspection, or marking. Featuring 2 drawers, 7-axis robot can handle tray of up to 18 x 24 in. Clean room compatibility makes it suitable for assembly, medical, electronics, and semi-conductor manufacturing.

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.

Adept Technology, Inc.
Livermore, CA 94551
Mar 20, 2007 Running on SmartController(TM) CX controls and software platform, Adept Viper(TM) s650 and Adept Viper(TM) s850 bring precision motion and 6-axis dexterity to clean room assembly, handling, testing, and packaging applications. With integrated vision and embedded networking, robots target customers in solar, disk drive, LCD, semiconductor, and life sciences markets.

ABB Robotics, Inc.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Feb 27, 2007 Using single camera and infrared lights mounted on arm of robot, TrueView(TM) enables robot to see part in 3D space and pick up part using 6° of freedom. Robot is programmed to position camera and adjust lighting to optimal image-capture location. Software processes image and sends appropriate path adjustment to robot, which then picks up part. Robotic vision guidance allows for automatic calibration and part training, eliminating need for locating fixtures or precision dunnage.

DE-STA-CO Industries
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Feb 13, 2007 Designed for FDA, medical, and cleanroom applications, RPLC parallel gripper series features external components made from corrosion-resistant materials that optimize performance in de-ionized water. Internal components are lubricated with cleanroom-grade grease, while stainless steel stationary and non-contacting shields eliminate possibility of contaminants penetrating Dual-V roller bearings. Use of non-synchronous motion allows for independent jaw motion.

Frommelt Safety Products
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Feb 07, 2007 Enviro Saf-T-Cell(TM) protects employees and neighboring machinery from flying debris, weld flash, machine noise, and toxic fumes. It features 8-gauge, powder-coated steel fencing and post system; translucent or opaque fabric panels; and Guardian(TM) automated roll-up door with Category 4 non-contact interlock switch relay. Enclosure is UL approved, meets NFPA-701 flame propagation requirements, and complies with ANSI/RIA-1506 barrier standards.

Orus3D
Boisbriand J7H 1R9  Canada
Jan 25, 2007 Mounted on end of industrial robot or multi-axis system, RoboGauge provides tools to create or transform industrial robot into in-line CMM. Real-time 3D data is provided for inspection of critical dimensions or optimal quality control in manufacturing processes and production lines. Along with SKEYE 6M 3D laser scanning head and RT-series vision controller, system features FLY 3D DAQ and 3D processing library for creation of acquisition sequences and automated inspections.

SAS Automation, Ltd.
Xenia, OH 45385
Dec 19, 2006 Designed for insert mold applications, including cloth or vinyl, GRN advanced and curved needle grippers feature offset locator that promotes insert placement accuracy and repeatability. Rotation of curved needles secures insert, even on thin cloth material. One version is spring-loaded, and 2 versions have gripper arms that fit SAS's clamping system. Integrated cylinders and 2 pressure air ports lend to compact design.

PIAB Vacuum Products
Hingham, MA 02043
Dec 18, 2006 Vacustat-COAX® vacuum pump uses suction cups with decentralized vacuum power directly at point for efficient, secure material handling. Pump features integrated pneumatic ES function, built-in check valve on blow-off port, and Mini Pi12-2 COAX® cartridge with non-return valve. Available with lock pin, apple core, and ball-joint mounting options, Vacustat-COAX fits automotive industry standards for robot end-of-arm tooling and lifts sheet metal, glass, and plastic parts.

Motoman, Inc.
West Carrollton, OH 45449 2158
Dec 13, 2006 ArcWorld® IV-6200 features dual EA1400N Expert Arc welding robots with multiple robot control, high-speed ferris-wheel positioner, integrated welding package, and operator interface. Independent drive on each of 3-positioner axes enables operator to index load station or allows both stations to turn while positioner sweeps. Available with 250/750 kg payloads, MRM2-250/750M3X positioner comes in lengths of 2.0 and 3.0 m between mounting surfaces, and provides turning dia of 1.3 m.

Schunk
Morrisville, NC 27560
Sep 22, 2006 Designed to fit O-rings not only to shafts, but also in holes, 6-finger Model ORG 85 features integral stroke and triple jaw sets that move independently from one another. O-ring is first released from first 3 fingers, and then released from last 3 fingers in controlled manner. Clamping width of diameter to be fitted ranges from 5-150 mm. Stroke of 2 sets of triple jaws range from 0-21 mm for triple jaw A and from 0-15 mm for triple jaw B.

SAS Automation, Ltd.
Xenia, OH 45385
Sep 06, 2006 GRN Needle Grippers come in 14 and 20 mm mounting shaft sizes and are compatible with entire line of modular end-of-arm tooling components. Designed to minimize downtime, pneumatically activated titanium needles are adjustable on all sizes and extend from 3-5 mm from gripper body. Optional sensor provides additional control. Applications include gripping lightweight, porous-type matting materials such as fabric, mesh, and insert molding.

Cognex Corp.
Natick, MA 01760 2059
Aug 15, 2006 IP67-rated In-Sight vision sensors are offered with In-Sight® Explorer v3.3 software, which includes non-linear calibration, communication, and other tools that minimize integration time when deploying vision in robotic guidance and inspection applications. Software comes with robot drivers, sample code, and PatMax®, which locates unfixtured parts. This lets system integrators use vision tools for part location, identification, inspection, and measurement on robot of choice.

SAS Automation, Ltd.
Xenia, OH 45385
Jul 20, 2006 Programmable EOAT tool holder assists molders and manufacturers by eliminating multiple end-of-arm tools and tool changers. Each of 4 tool holders can be used for vacuum cups or grippers mounted on individual linear actuators programmable for up to 28 separate locations. Design allows for interfacing with any robot style or make. Device can be fitted with all standard SAS components.

Gamma Scientific
San Diego, CA 92123 1876
Jul 19, 2006 To perform angular measurement of stationary, large-area CRT, LCD, and plasma screens, GS-940-7X employs 6-axis robotic arm/detector assembly with full reach up to 1.2 m that scans from any user-specified angle. Other components include GS-1290-X Series CCD-array spectroradiometer, display-mounting framework, and user-programmable software for creation of measurement sequences. Producing results with 70 µm accuracy, instrument accommodates any display size, shape, and technology.

Belden Machine Corp.
Broadview, IL 60155
Jun 20, 2006 Acting as inline inspection machine, Robotic Vision Cell is equipped with articulating robot arm that pulls product off conveyor feed line, presents it to single or multiple camera viewing stations, then returns part to assembly process or rejects it into containers segregated by error factors. Cell can accommodate scalable payload capacities of 0-2.5, 2.5-5.0, or 5.0-10.0 kg. Onboard Ethernet connectivity enables uploading of data to host process controller.

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.

Protedyne Corporation
Windsor,, CT 06095
May 09, 2006 Designed with radial arm for flexibility, Radius benchtop automation platform is driven by inverted SCARA robot to allow for useable work space on deck. Robot offers device integration options by reaching outside its frame, and can pick up correct tool without user intervention. Radius accommodates variety of applications in biotech and pharmaceutical research.