Fanuc is showcasing new solutions for industry, including an enhanced ROBODRILL, the R-2000iC/190S high-precision machining robot, the ceiling-mounted SCARA SR-3iA/U robot and the latest iteration of the CR-35iB collaborative robot, demonstrating the company’s dedication to research and development.
Tom Bouchier, managing director of Fanuc UK, says that technological innovation and a strong commitment to R&D are the foundations of the company’s success around the world.
The ROBODRILL α-DiB Plus 5-axis machining centre was created in response to customer demand and features increased spindle torque, intelligent feed management and punch threading capability to deliver superior reliability and performance.
It can deliver up to 100 Nm of force, which is 70% more than the standard version, and has an intelligent capability that allows it to detect and respond to an increase in torque, such as when it comes into contact with a steel insert in a carbon fibre construction. While the Emuge Punch Tap tool thread with less twist reduces threading time by 75%, the machine will automatically reduce its feed rate to avoid overload and subsequent downtime.
The Fanuc R-2000iC/190S 6-axis articulated arm robot has been created to provide high-precision component machining, even of difficult materials such as wood and aluminium. It is more than capable of performing operations such as drilling and boring thanks to its 190 kg payload and 2,040 mm reach. With iRCalibration Signature technology by default, the robot is calibrated for absolute accuracy. Additional sensors help the robot correct process imperfections, resulting in exceptional linear and circular accuracy. Additional sensors help the robot correct for process aberrations, resulting in manufacturing with exceptional linear and circular accuracy.
For increased accuracy in high-speed applications and tight curves, it is additionally designed and manufactured with high internal rigidity.
Fanuc SR-3iA/U is a fast and precise SCARA robot that is installed on the ceiling. One of its important features is that the entire cylindrical work surface is accessible. Both linear and Cartesian modes offer full access. It is an easy-to-configure and cost-effective solution for a wide range of assembly, packaging and material handling applications.
The working diameter or reach of the four-axis SCARA robot, model SR-3iA/U, is 700 mm. It is a particularly attractive option for production lines because of its capabilities and because delta robots can be expensive. It uses much less energy and has a smaller frame size than a standard delta.
The latest iteration of what Fanuc claims is the most rugged collaborative robot on the market is the CR-35iB. While maintaining all of its performance, it boasts a 62% weight reduction, reducing installation time and improving portability. The elimination of the pedestal also has the added benefit of reducing its height by 433 mm, from 2,288 mm to 1,855 mm.
It can move at a speed of 750 mm/sec and has a reach of 1,831 mm, approximately the same as its height. It is ideal for applications including material handling and transfer, machine tending and close collaboration with human labour.
Tom Bouchier, commented, We can offer high quality solutions with extended life cycles and service intervals because Fanuc manufactures 99.9% of the components that go into making our products. Reliable, predictable and easy to repair is how the company sums up our goal.
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