Collaborative and Industrial Robotics
Robots Are On The Rise
Robot installations have grown exponentially in recent years. Robots have been around in industry performing many tasks such as welding and material handling since the 1980s. The recent boom is a result of decreasing costs and ease of use. Emerging markets such as the area of Collaborative Robotics have stemmed further growth allowing robots to be used in many new applications.
Modern robots are easier than you may think to deploy. Robot manufacturers are revolutionizing integration and deployment, making it more accessible for those new to robotics. Yaskawa leads with its Smart Series and Singular Control solutions, streamlining the process significantly. Mecademic offers the world's smallest and most precise robot, designed to integrate seamlessly as a component in existing control architectures, with EtherCat Slave device capabilities. Precise Automation makes collaborative robots user-friendly with its simple web interface and unique offerings of SCARA and Cartesian mechanisms, alongside articulating arms. For a top-tier lightweight 7-axis collaborative robot, Copenhagen-based Kassow Robots stands out in the field.
Our Collaborative and Industrial Robot Solutions
Kassow Robots: All-Purpose 7-axis cobots
Unlike other robot manufacturers whose portfolios usually feature only six-axis models, Kassow Robots exclusively makes robots with 7 fully controlled axes - without compromising payload. These 7 axes give you much more flexibility, as they enable the robot arms to far better replicate the movement of a real human arm.
Universal Robots
Universal Robots line of collaborative robots provides a flexible alternative to standard industrial automation. By using cobots, repetitive, manual processes can be automated with a cost effective solution that safely operates in the same work environment as humans.
Yaskawa HC20
Yaskawa Motoman has been one of the industry's leading robotic manufacturers for years, and their new release of the HC20 bolsters this reputation. The collaborative robot sports many features, a few of which are listed below. At BlueBay, we've used Motoman on a wide variety of applications and have never been disappointed. If you would like to test out this new cobot in an application of yours, let us know and you will be in the hands of our robot team.
PreciseFlex by Brooks Automation
A new generation of collaborative robots that focus on built-in safety and ease-of-use - enabling non-traditional robot users to automate processes that could not be addressed before. These collaborative robots are safe to use without shielding, which permits them to be deployed more easily and in environments where space and access to the workcell while the robot is operating are critical.
The Wyzo Sidebot
The first high-speed pick & place technology ever to work safely with people. The sidebot is the perfect solution for applications where a collaborative robot (cobot) does not have sufficient performance. The Wyzo™ sidebot allows companies of any size to automate a process that is still manual.
In particular, Wyzo™ is an excellent step towards automation for a growing company that needs to move towards the industrialization of its production equipment.
Mecademic Robotics
Compact, precise industrial robots for micro automation.
Setting new standards in precision, footprint, and flexibility to accelerate small component automation for manufacturers and innovators.
Contact our team to review your application and suggest the correct robot
Contact our team to review your application and suggest the correct robot
Benefits of Robotics in Manufacturing
Return on Investment
Leverage Robots to boost your productivity and and combat the shortage of manual labor. RIA (Robotics Industries Association) offers a free ROI Calculator to help estimate cost savings.
Gain Redeployable Assets
Robots can be easily retooled and repurposed should the need arise. Robots are great assets and retain their value.
Ease of Use
Robots are so much easier to use than you might expect. Many people can learn to teach and program robots with very little effort..
Save on Labor Costs
We've all heard about the labor issues. Flexible Automation allows for re-allocation of human labor from dangerous, repetitive tasks.
Skyrocket Efficiency
Reduce costs of your operations and keep your business running smoothly.
Increase Product Quality
Flexible automation of processes allows for standardized product, and lets you maintain control on your business's products.
Automate These Processes with Collaborative and Industrial Robots
Machine Tending Automation
Machine tending is an excellent process to gain a quick ROI from your process optimization. With a wide variety of specialized components to fit your machine's needs and part specs, our team is able to quickly and affordably integrate the solution into your existing process.
Bin Picking Automation
Our bin picking solution is highly flexible and adaptive, allowing you to reschedule tasks, move it around and cover a greater volume of work with minimal supervision. With our solution, you can automate complex pick and place tasks safely and reliably, while avoiding repetitive movements and the manipulation of dangerous pieces.
Palletizing Automation
Say goodbye to the days of manual labor and repetitive motions with this fully automated palletizing system. Able to be equipped with most major robot brands, and custom end of arm tooling, these systems are designed to handle a variety of products with precision and efficiency.
Automated Welding
With an estimated welder shortage of over 400,000 welders being needed by 2025, automating your welding process is an excellent way to future-proof your business and ensure quality, consistent welds. Our integrated welding systems contain top tier welding technology and ultimate flexibility - allowing your employees to get up to speed quickly and allowing your business to get product out the door faster.
Automated Material Removal
Automating the material removal process with robotic technology can yield a business the following benefits:
- Alleviate Physical Strain on Workers:
- Improve Quality and Consistency
- Increase Efficiency and Throughput
- Lower Overhead Costs
- Quick Deployment and Reliable Output
Our systems are designed for quick deployment and consistent output for your process
Automated Assembly
Automating an assembly process with robotic technology can yield a business the following benefits:
- Eliminate ergonomic strain on employees performing monotonous, repetitive assembly tasks.
- Enhance quality control and consistency of assembled products.
- Speed up the assembly line, increasing throughput and capacity.
- Reduce overhead costs, contributing to a more profitable production line.
Our systems are designed for quick deployment and consistent output for your process
Packaging Automation
Manual labor and repetitive motions take strain on both the labor costs and employee retention - but with a fully automated packaging systems, that is mitigated greatly. Our solutions are able to be equipped with most major robot brands, and custom end of arm tooling to match workpiece specs. These systems are designed to handle a variety of products with precision and efficiency.
Automating Lab Processes
Laboratory automation offers a myriad of benefits, revolutionizing how tasks are performed in scientific and research settings. The key advantages of this advancement include:
- Enhanced Accuracy and Consistency
- Increased Throughput and Efficiency
- Reduced Human Error and Improved Safety
- Cost-Effectiveness in the Long Run
- Customizable and Scalable Solutions
Our Partners
Grippers and End of Arm Tooling
Our diverse selection of grippers and tooling caters to a wide range of applications in both collaborative and industrial automation. Including advanced gripping technologies, sensors, and various tools for tasks like assembly and machine tending, these solutions enhance process optimization for manufacturers. They offer the flexibility and compatibility needed across different robot brands, ensuring an effective automation investment for businesses of all sizes, especially in enhancing productivity and quality.
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