Stäubli Robotics has introduced the TP80 Fast Picker, a new series of high speed pickers that deliver greater speeds (up to 200 picks per minute), and more flexibility at a lower cost to the packaging market
This new robot is agile and lightweight, while delivering fast cycle times and maintaining high precision with homogeneous repeatability ‘throughout the entire work envelope’. A simple base or wall mounting eliminates the need for a large, costly gantry, further enhancing the robot’s cost effectiveness and ease of integration. Additional advantages include a slim forearm for moving into slotted machine openings as well as harness and user lines fed through the Z-axis that are all internal. The TP80 Fast Picker is an economical alternative for numerous applications without sacrificing quality, durability or performance.
The TP80 robot is available in a 4-axis version, offering flexibility depending on the user’s needs. Standard features include a maximum payload of 1kg, 200 picks per minute (sustained), 800mm reach and a Z-axis stroke of 100mm. Additional features include high rigidity, repeatability of +/- 0.05mm and IP65 Protection Class when equipped with bellows. User lines such as pneumatic (4mm and 6mm) and electrical lines (four twisted shielded pairs) are protected inside the arm and are available at the tool flange. Optional features include two solenoid valves, user installation and bellows.
The TP80 is controlled by the CS8 controller series, a single control platform able to pilot all Stäubli robots. Various VAL software packages are available and perfectly suited for all – end users, integrators, OEMs and machine builders.
In addition to packaging, the robot is well suited to the needs of industries such as PV/solar power, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods and food. Typical applications include high speed pick and place, assembly, material handling, packaging and machine tending.
The rise of the robot
The economic benefits of automation by using robots have never been clearer. While labour rates continue to rise and availability of skills provides ongoing difficulties, the real cost of robots has been decreasing. Payback times of 18 months and less are achievable through increased productivity and reduced wastage of materials, in addition to the benefits of operator safety, which are realised immediately.
Stäubli’s team of robot specialists are available to give advice on how the advantages of their 4-axis and 6-axis robot range can benefit manufacturers in their specific applications. Many end users are standardising on Stäubli for all their multi-axis automation requirements. They are realising the benefits that flow from a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of the wide ranging capabilities of these advanced, user friendly robots.
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