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Hardware Kits monitor position of up to 3 robot axes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 08 May 2009 09:08:14 -0500

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.

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Dual-Channel DC Motor Controller targets mobile robots.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 08:37:53 -0500

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.

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Motion Controllers are suited for robotic applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 07:33:27 -0500

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.

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Robot Controllers integrate within existing equipment.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 May 2008 07:53:10 -0500

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.

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Motion Logic Controller has embedded robotic capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 07:35:48 -0500

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.

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Motion Controller offers embedded robotic capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 07:49:08 -0500

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.

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Controller is designed for 6-axis robots.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 07:41:54 -0500

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.

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Robot Controller offers 6-axis control in small form factor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 02 Jun 2006 08:10:44 -0500

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.

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Robot Controller is ISO/ANSI/CE compliant.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 01 May 2006 08:05:17 -0500

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.

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Robot Controller is available with vision guidance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 06 Oct 2005 04:25:14 -0500

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.

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Touch Panel comes with integrated Web browser.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 24 Sep 2004 07:42:16 -0500

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.

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Single Axis Controller includes pulse train function.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Jul 2004 08:08:47 -0500

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.

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Operator Station provides HMI for robot systems and PLCs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 14 May 2004 07:39:37 -0500

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.

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Robot Controller operates up to 4 robots from single point.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 14 May 2004 07:39:37 -0500

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.

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Robotic Controller offers hardware/software combination.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 02 Feb 2004 07:46:21 -0500

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.

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Servo Controllers use ball-screw actuators with dc motors.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 19 Nov 2003 07:49:20 -0500

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.

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Controller integrates multi-axis motion control and vision.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 06 Jun 2003 07:39:22 -0500

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.

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Force/Torque Sensor widens application range for robotics.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 02 Jun 2003 07:42:12 -0500

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.

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Motor Position Controllers suit robotic applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 May 2003 09:15:35 -0500

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 1â�"40 Vdc, 12A; 1â�"30 Vdc, 3.75 A; and 6â�"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.

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Sensor Interface allows communication with robot control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 16 Apr 2003 07:38:22 -0500

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.

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