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| The new M-710iC/50 SE FoundryPRO
robot is IP67 protected |
FANUC Robotics
America Inc. recently introduced its M-710iC/50 SE FoundryPRO
robot designed for super harsh environments. The new
M-710iC/50 SE FoundryPRO robot is IP67 protected
for operation in the harshest environments. The entire robot is
coated with a special epoxy, and the wrist has protective
covers to withstand high-pressure washing. In addition, the base
of the robot purges air to avoid vapor entrance.
“The
M-710iC/50 SE sets the
benchmark for robots working in the super harsh environments
of die casting and foundry facilities,” said Virgil Wilson,
product manager, FANUC Robotics. “In addition to the
protective epoxy and air purge, we’ve incorporated coated
bolts, and double oil seals at the joints, making this a truly
waterproof robot.”
The six-axis
M-710iC/50 SE is the
latest member of the M-710iC robot series,
which offers payloads ranging from 20 kg to 70 kg, and
a reach of 1360 mm to 3110 mm. Multiple mounting
methods including floor, ceiling, angle and wall, make it
possible for users to have better access to unusual work
pieces.
“This is an
exciting robot based on its capabilities and flexibility,”
added Wilson, “It’s rated ‘best in
class’ for speed, and has one of the largest work envelopes in
its class. In
addition, its compact size and ability to flip over and work
behind itself maximizes flexibility for work cell design, and
saves valuable floor space.”
At the show, the
new M-710iC/50 SE FoundryPRO
robot, along with an LR Mate 200iC robot and an
R-2000iB FoundryPRO robot
equipped with iRVision® demonstrated
intelligent part washing. The
R-2000iB used iRVision 3D robot
guidance to remove one part from a cart, transfer it to the LR
Mate 200iC for deburring,
then to the M-710iC/50 SE (located
in a wash booth) for high-pressure washing. Upon completion, the
M-710iC/50 SE passed the
part by an air knife for drying, then exchanged parts with the
R-2000iB which put the
completed part on an output cart and the cycle repeated
itself.
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