Flexible and scalable automation solutions from Epson are front and centre at Stand 600 at Robotics and Automation 2022 today.
The possibilities for streamlining business production with high-speed automation are being demonstrated at the Coventry Building Society Arena by the Japanese electronics company.
During demonstrations, Epson’s tech team describes how automated operations can reduce production costs, improve product quality, increase workflow and enhance business capabilities.
What’s more, among the technologies on show are the Epson GX4 and GX8 high-power-density SCARA robots, which are designed for medical devices, electronics and consumer electronics industries.
The GX4 is giving an eye-catching display of high-speed automation, while sister machine, the GX8, is showcasing high-speed product handling.
As attendees are learning through the live tech demonstrations, both robots are capable of delivering high throughput, smooth motion control and heavy payloads, which Epson attributes to its advanced Gyroplus technology.
Clive Wright, robotics account manager at Epson UK, said: “We have established our position as the global leader in SCARA robots and that is in part because we offer a complete package including the feeder, robot and Epson Vision Guide.
“At Robotics and Automation we are highlighting how this delivers ease of use and scalability and enables operations under enormous pressures to create streamlined workflows flexibly and responsively to support growth.
“We are helping attendees discover how they can standardise production and remove laborious and time consuming tasks where possible to enhance productivity.
“It’s as much about making people aware of what Epson does in the robotics industry. Very often people don’t associate Epson with robotics – more so with printers, projectors, etc. So the show has given us a good opportunity to showcase some our lesser known solutions and capabilities.”
The robot arm is being demonstrated in multiple configurations – a 250-350mm reach with the GX4 and a 450-650mm reach with the GX8 – which comes as part of the pair’s design, intended for ultra-high precision with tasks including assembly, pick and place and intricate small-parts handling processes.
The Epson team is also showing off the machine’s battery-free encoders, built-in ethernet cables and other advanced features, which can support a low cost of ownership.
Both solutions are supported by the Epson Vision Guide, which is designed to integrate fully within the Epson RC+ development environment for easy configuration and calibration, as well as fast development and simplified maintenance.
Those at the stand are seeing that it has a point-and-click interface, which makes it simple for any user of all levels, with equipped features, wizards and auto calibration methods, plus a combination robot/vision simulator for offline testing.
Finally, the compact SCARA N Series is on display, featuring a six-axis design to ensure maximum efficiency with the smallest footprint. Technicians are showing attendees how the robot can be manoeuvred, due to its inwardly orientated second axis, which moves the centre of rotation downwards.
