Strong robots suit several situations

Whether it’s coating, material cutting, handling, or welding of plastic parts, a series of powerful, six-axis high-speed robots from Motoman (Dayton, OH) reportedly has the answer.

The long reach of the MH50 model and the extended reaches of the MH50-35 and MH50-20 (up to around 5.6m) equip these robots to process large parts. In many cell layouts, the extended-reach models can eliminate the need for an external track, decreasing system cost and simplifying programming. Furthermore, internally routed cables and hoses contribute to the system’s reliability, minimize interference, and facilitate programming. Repeatability is pegged at 0.07-0.15 mm, depending on the model.

Wide work envelopes with small interference zones allow the MH-series robots to be placed in close proximity to equipment, thereby reducing floor space requirements. The robots have brakes on all axes. They use Motoman’s next-generation DX100 control that includes patented multiple robot control technology to easily handle multiple tasks and control up to eight robots (72 axes), I/O devices, and communication protocols. The DX100 control features faster processing speeds than previous versions for smoother interpolation, advanced robot arm motion, built-in collision avoidance, quicker I/O response, and accelerated Ethernet communication. —immeditorial@cancom.com