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Robotic Welding System handles small- to medium-sized parts.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 07:41:08 -0500

System 20 combines Power Wave® i400 and AutoDrive(TM) 4R90 robotic system with FANUC ArcMate 100iC robot arm, which provides high speed and 6-axes for maximum flexibility. It offers 58 in. dual-zone work system that can handle 600 lb/side maximum payload capacity with index time of 2 sec delivered by FANUC driven servo positioner. Steel skid structure is equipped with fork pockets for placement anywhere on shop floor, and control panel delivers push-button controls for ease of operation.

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Foundry Robot withstands extremely harsh environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:42:24 -0500

Offering payloads from 20-70 kg, 6-axis M-710iC/50 SE FoundryPRO Robot is coated with epoxy and features IP67 protection. Wrist has protective covers to withstand high-pressure washing, while base of robot purges air to avoid vapor entrance. Providing 1,360-3,110 mm reach, robot mounts to floor, ceiling, angle, and wall. Compact size and ability to flip over and work behind itself maximizes flexibility for work cell design.

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Welding Gun features Low Stress Robotic Unicable technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 07:46:46 -0500

Designed for thru-arm robotic welding systems, TOUGH GUN(TM) ThruArm(TM) Series robotic guns with LSR Unicables is available as complete package for both clutch and solid-mount robotic systems. At 100% duty cycle, they provide 500 A air-cooled capacity with CO<sub>2</sub> and 350 A with mixed gases, based on NEMA standards. LSR Unicables include rotating power connection to relieve stress caused by routine torsion and protective conduit to shield cable components from harsh welding environments.

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Robotic Bending Cell offers mid-level automation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 13 May 2008 07:39:11 -0500

Combining PPEB or Easy-Form® Series CNC press brake with multi-axis Kuka robot, RoboCell handles small to medium-sized components in capacities of 80-110 ton bending force and 2.5 or 3.0 m table configurations. It can automatically load, form, and stack finished parts in unmanned process. Easy-Form® Laser system tracks parts during bending, providing real-time angle measurements. All functions are controlled through instructions from integrated off-line programming software.

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Inspection System monitors spot welding electrodes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 07:34:23 -0500

Weld Tip System (WTS) for robotic spot welding inspects spot welding electrodes and ensures that face diameters and general appearance meet acceptance criteria. It incorporates CURE® technology (Concurrent Universal Recognition Engine) memory processing architecture and is suited for all welding cells.

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Arc Welding Robot suits push-pull aluminum welding.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 07:25:24 -0500

Featuring bus communication interface to control lift arc start and end, TAWERS-Aluminum MIG can detect when current is flowing and retracts to take pressure off wire, resulting in reliable arc ignition. It uses 3 motor system to ensure accurate wire feed, and features syncro-weaving function and servo feeder for real-time parameter adjustment from thick to thin materials. Product can also use high voltage touch sensing through aluminum oxide, which prevents wire bending.

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Arc Welding Robots feature compact design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 07:33:35 -0500

With working envelope of over 1,400 mm, Model KR 5 arc can handle payload of 5 kg and supplementary load of 12 kg. Space-saving and lightweight unit can be mounted on floor or inverted on ceiling, and features high continuous-path accuracy. Model KR 5 arc HW (Hollow Wrist) comes with protection rating of IP54, and has fluid supply system integrated into arm. Both units weigh 120 kg.

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Arc-Welding Robot has internal programmable controller.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 07:31:12 -0500

LR Mate 200iC/5L 6-axis mini-robot with iRVision (built-in vision) is suited for high volume applications or small batch production. It can be mounted in variety of positions including floor, tabletop, inside machines, angle, and invert. ROBOGUIDE-WeldPRO simulation package models system and downloads programs to robot, which run without touch-up. Vision Shift feature eliminates usual touch-ups and verifications associated with off-line programming or fixture and tool changes.

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Multi-Purpose Robots have 60,000 hour MTBF.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 07:35:15 -0500

With compact design, Presto Models ST70L and ST100 are suited for high-density/multi-layered robotic installations. Both can be used to mount lightweight spot welding guns, and, with significant allowable wrist torque, units can also support large material handling grippers. Optional integrated dress package is available.

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Welding Cell produces as much as 3 manual welders.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 07:07:38 -0500

Suitable for first time automation users as well as large companies automating low-volume projects, pre-engineered PerformArc PA-55 comes with 6-axis robot, torch, and inverter welder with artificially intelligent waveform control. Cell accepts payload up to 250 lb per side and welds typical part sizes of 12 x 53, 18 x 45, and 24 x 30 in. System controls, diagnostics, and programming are managed by color teach pendant, running Windows CE to flatten learning curve.

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Machining Cell suits small to medium size job shops.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 07:44:25 -0500

Combining RoboDrill Vertical Machining Center with FANUC 6-axis robot for automated loading/unloading, JobShop Cell handles any part that fits in its 6 in. vise/chuck and features inbound and outbound conveyors and guarding. Work-handling interface accommodates hydraulic/pneumatic workholding options. FANUC RoboDrill VMC offers 14-tool tool changer, torque to 56 ft-lb, rigid tapping to 5,000 rpm, accelerations to 1.5 G, rapid traverses to 2,125 ipm, and feed rates to 1,181 ipm.

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Robot Support reacts to arm/welding torch collisions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 07:49:22 -0500

Robot support iCAT swings away mechanically by up to 10° in event of collision between welding torch and workpiece, helping avoid damage to welding torch, peripherals, and robot. Integrated switch-off fuse reacts directly in event of crash and stops robot immediately. Support features central media guide and torsion-resistant cable assembly excursion ±240° in 6th axis. System is available for air- or liquid-cooled welding torches.

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Robotic Router handles large part trimming.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 07:47:11 -0500

Design for automated trimming of plastics and composites, RoboTrim® RT-1900 features inverted, rail-mounted KMT AccuTrim® R-110 robot inside steel enclosure with side access door and safety interlocks. Rail permits robot to move up to 4.5 m, and 2-sided, 19 ft rotating servo table supports up to 700 lb on each side while accommodating parts up to 13 x 5 ft. Various safety features, such as light curtains, and software, including RouterWare®, are provided.

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Robotic System is suited for PET blow-molded bottle handling.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 07:47:34 -0500

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.

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Robotic Workcell provides flexible part positioning.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 13 Dec 2006 07:44:36 -0500

Featuring Motoman EA-Series Expert Arc welding robot partially enclosed by cylindrical safety enclosure, ArcWorld® C-500 allows robot to access parts through opening in front of enclosure. Two MHTH headstock positioners with 4.3 in. dia through-holes for tooling connections are integrated into robot riser. Robot accommodates parts/tooling with span of 39.4 in. and diameter of 43.3 in. High-speed powered roll-up doors safeguard operator from robot station during welding.

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Robotic Welder provides alternative to manual welding.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 07:42:46 -0500

Mini-Z resistance welder provides standalone option for short-run shops, and can be integrated into large scale production manufacturing operations. With 36 x 40 in. footprint, personal weld cell is accessible for tooling changeover and features 24 x 16 in. work window. System also includes programmable Kawasaki robot, teach pendant controls, Fronius weld control, 3D weld path modeling, and turnkey tooling/fixturing, as well as DeviceNet options.

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EDM Machine facilitates medical hardware production.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 07:41:18 -0500

Combining MELFA RV-12S 6-axis robot with MD+PRO wire EDM, MD+CELL minimizes need for operator intervention and maximizes unattended running time. Robot provides 12 kg payload and 64-position magazine. MD+PRO comes with .006-.012 in. wire capable automatic threading and all-axis absolute control, which enables accurate positioning without returning to zero after power failure. Integration of optional B-axis during turn-n-burn applications replaces need for secondary and finishing processes.

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Six-Axis Robot provides abrasive water jet trimming.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 08:30:52 -0500

Utilized in abrasive water jet applications, AccuTrim WJ-110 is equipped with Severe Dust and Liquid Protection package that delivers environmental rating of IP67. Robot also includes FANUC R-J3iC controller, Integral Diamond Eductor nozzle, and high-pressure, swivel-free plumbing package. Choice of H2O Jet Ultra High Pressure Pumps is available to produce up to 60,000 psi of water pressure.

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Robot coats consumer and automotive products.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 08:12:52 -0500

Supported by R-J3iC Intelligent Controller, 6-axis Model P-250iA/15 offers maximum horizontal reach of 2,800 mm and coating speeds as high as 1,500 mm/sec. Accuflow(TM) closed-loop fluid delivery automatically maintains programmed flow rates for consistent material delivery, while Collision Guard(TM) monitors for unexpected interference to minimize machine and applicator damage. Robot offers payload capacity of 15 kg at wrist and additional 15 kg on outer arm.

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Tabletop Robot offers positioning repeatability of ±0.02 mm.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 08:12:51 -0500

Featuring servo control motor and rigid base of aluminum extruded material, TT Table Top Robot eliminates misstepping and can be used in conjunction with teaching pendant, PC software, or other tools. Type 2020 offers 200 x 200 mm operating range while Type 4040 provides 400 x 400 mm range. Gate model is suited for unbalanced loads, or applications where Z-axis receives heavy load or load overhangs slider. Cantilever model accommodates larger or irregularly shaped loads in fixed condition.

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