Epson Robots introduces new technologies aim to small and medium businesses

Thanks to the wide range of integration options and industrial robot applications, Epson Robot provides the industry with the leading automation products and the fastest and most accurate robot manufacturing solutions on the market today.

At the International Manufacturing Expo 2019, Epson introduced a number of robotic arms aimed at small and medium business customers. Typically, the products belong to the N2, VT6L and T series robots.

The N2 series is a 6-degree freedom robot that possesses flexibility in movement, optimizing its ability in complex tasks and high accuracy. N2 is equipped with the ability to fold the joints together to perform the next operation instead of having to move around. Through the Epson Quartz Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, the robot can resist vibration and optimize productivity.

Besides the N2 series, T series robots are also introduced by Espon as an optimal solution for businesses that are aiming at two goals: low cost and easy to use. Typically like the T6 robot. T6 is designed to simplify installation and operation, application in processing and moving materials on the production line.

The biggest difference between the T6 and its predecessor, T3 – announced at PACK EXPO Las Vegas last year, is in terms of payload and reach. The T3 has a payload of up to 3 kg while the T6 can handle loads up to 6 kg, and it has an extended reach of up to 600 mm. In addition, T6 is a multi-motor system so the throughput is superior to the T3 robot.

“T3 has only one” hand “to carry out its mission, while T6 can coordinate two arms to pick up and order many things at the same time,” – said Brook Brookshire, Epson’s director of production. That also means, “it can do a lot of things in half the time.”

With the aforementioned features and a price of $ 9,495, the T6 is completely superior to other automated robots, especially in the installation stage. The installation of this type of robot only takes a few minutes and almost no problems with the installation space.

In another announcement, Epson also introduced a new high-performance navigation system, called the Force Guide alf. This system is equipped with modern Quartz technology and sensors, designed to be able to integrate with all Epson robots, except the T series, which allows the robots to sense and perform movements. Suitable through force feedback data. The system can detect force in 6 axes down to 0.1N, providing quick feedback parameters to navigate the robot with high accuracy. Designed for easy setup and configuration, Force Guide provides an easy-to-use interface with preconfigured tasks and objects to reduce user application application time.

“Force Guide is currently revolutionizing the automation of robots in areas that have never been done before,” said Brunnick, product manager of Espon. “It would be perfect when this system is used to perform tasks such as part insertion, screw tightening, object grinding / polishing and more.” combining smart robot arms with a modern navigation system will bring significant profits for manufacturers.

Productivity and Quality Office