Robots are not what they use to be. Today Robots are not just used for simple repeatable tasks. Long ago, robots were programmed to go from point “A” to point “B” and then back again. This repetitive process did work amazingly well and still is used today in some applications. As technology has advanced, so have the robot’s abilities. Today robots are making decisions. Yes, they are based on set parameters, but they are still making decisions. As your robot integrator we will use your preferred brand or choose a best-in-class robot based on your specific need.
Robot integration allows manufactures to incorporate robots into their existing assembly or test processes. Commonly manufactures are discussing the integration of robots into complex assembly processes initially instead of an afterthought. Manufactures continue to realize the benefits of following a planning and design process to determine the usefulness and practicality of using robots for their builds.
Some of the key benefits of robot integration relate to efficiency, productivity, improved quality, and safety. In some cases, cycle times can be reduced due to the repetitive nature of assembly processes. Robots can overcome some of the ergonomic challenges of part handling. Robots have the ability to carry heavy loads along with maneuvering small parts and placing them precisely.
Cameras in combination with hardware, software and a robot can accomplish amazing things. Robots can have the ability to make decisions. Yes, these decisions are based on specific criteria and other supporting information. As a reference a robot can choose a red part on a conveyor over a green part. It also has the ability to choose from randomly positioned parts on a conveyor within a specific window. All of these capabilities mentioned are some of the driving factors that manufactures choose robots for their assembly and test operations.