New cobot delivers accuracy
ABB has launched the SWIFTI CRB 1300 industrial collaborative robot, aiming to bridge the gap between industrial and collaborative robots.
IT HAS a load handling capability of up to 11kg and can be used in palletising applications. In a typical palletising application, SWIFTI’s speed and performance enable it to handle up to 13 boxes per minute compared to the nine boxes possible with other cobots in its class.
ABB managing director for global general industry robotics Andrea Cassoni, says: “Our customers are looking to robotic automation to make their processes more flexible, efficient and resilient, helping to counter labor shortages by enabling their employees to perform more value-added work."
If the laser scanner detects a worker within SWIFTI’s operating area, ABB’s SafeMove software will automatically slow the robot or stop it completely. As the worker moves away, movement will be restored, returning to full speed for full productivity only once the working area is completely clear. As a further protective measure, a built-in interaction status light provides a visual indication of the cobot’s status when a worker is within the workspace area.
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