The KUKA KR QUANTEC PA robot presents the second version of this much faster palletising robot with shorter cycle times. The robot grips cleanly and is a great advantage for the food industry, thanks to its load capacity of up to 240 kilograms and its version with NSF H1 food lubricants.
The KR QUANTEC PA has been completely redesigned by KUKA. This second-generation design was created primarily for difficult palletising activities. Its small footprint requires a small amount of area. It is up to 10% faster than its predecessor.
The total cost of ownership (TCO) of the second-generation robots has been reduced by 50 % compared to previous generations. Every 20,000 operating hours, the robot simply requires a visual inspection, lubrication and oil replacement. The KUKA KR C5 robot controller is compatible with the standard KR QUANTEC PA models and their HO variants.
Palletising operations require innovative cell ideas. According to Michael Laub, KUKA Product Manager. A KR QUANTEC PA is a long-term investment in the future of manufacturing. The robot, when used in conjunction with the KUKA.PalletTech technology package, enables unique cell designs for palletizing activities, especially in the consumer goods industry. Here, maximum throughput meets minimum programming effort, resulting in ultra-fast commissioning.
We have achieved a perfect balance between axis speed and acceleration for the fastest cycle times with the second generation of the KR QUANTEC PA, according to KUKA Product Manager Michael Laub. Weighing 240 pounds, the robot can cycle 28.3 times per minute. We are also trying to improve the axis speeds for layer generation during palletising and extended 180° rotations, for example. KUKA now offers the palletising robot in “Hygienic Oil” (HO) form, which uses food-compatible NSF H1 lubricants in all axes and the power supply system, to meet the growing needs of the consumer products business, particularly the food industry in the secondary sector.
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