Articles tagged with "EtherCAT"
Kollmorgen offers pre-configured Essentials motion system - The Robot Report
Kollmorgen has launched the Essentials motion system, a pre-configured line of servo motion systems aimed at simplifying high-performance motion control across various industrial applications such as packaging, warehouse automation, material handling, and forming. These systems combine an optimally matched servo drive, servo motor with integrated absolute multi-turn feedback, and a combined power/data cable, designed to reduce engineering time and overall system costs. The Essentials family supports multiple onboard communication protocols—including EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, and PROFINET—allowing seamless integration into common controller environments and existing PLC setups. Kollmorgen emphasizes ease of installation and commissioning, featuring an Express Setup tool within its WorkBench software to assist engineers, even those with limited motion experience. The Essentials servo drives offer continuous power up to 4,000 watts and support supply voltages from 120–240 or 240–480 VAC. They include functional safety features such as integrated dual-channel STO with SIL2/Cat 3 PLd certification. The servo motors cover
robotautomationmotion-controlservo-systemsindustrial-roboticsAGV-controlEtherCATigus to demonstrate FR20 affordable palletizing cobot at Pack Expo - The Robot Report
At Pack Expo 2023, igus GmbH showcased its Fairino FR20 collaborative robot (cobot), designed specifically for industrial palletizing tasks. The FR20 features a robust 20 kg payload capacity, a reach of 1,854 mm, and six degrees of freedom, enabling it to handle heavy and dynamic operations with high precision (±0.1 mm repeatability). It offers IP54 protection, intuitive drag-and-teach programming, and an open EtherCAT architecture, making it suitable for applications including palletizing, machine tending, and metal processing. The cobot’s versatile configuration supports different palletizing patterns and can cover two pallet positions, enhancing efficiency in logistics, manufacturing, and warehousing environments. The Fairino FR20 is now available in the U.S. through the RBTX online marketplace, which connects customers with over 40 partners offering compatible components like cameras, grippers, and sensors. Customers can purchase the robot alone, with training, or as a turnkey installation
robotcollaborative-robotpalletizing-cobotindustrial-automationmotion-plasticsEtherCATmanufacturing-roboticsCopley Controls releases nano servo drives for mobile robots
Copley Controls has introduced its Nano High Power (Nano HP) and Nano Plus High Power (Plus-HP) digital servo drives designed for brush and brushless motors, expanding its compact Nano family. These drives feature redesigned power boards to deliver higher current output, making them well-suited for traction motor applications in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and other space-constrained mobile robotics requiring high-power embedded modules. The Nano HP is based on an ARM processor platform, while the Plus-HP uses an advanced FPGA-based architecture, offering enhanced functionalities. Both drives support a wide input voltage range (9 to 90 Vdc) and provide up to 140 A continuous current, with communication protocols including EtherCAT (CoE) and CANopen; the Plus-HP also supports additional networking options. Key features include Safe Torque Off (STO) with SIL 3, Category 3, PL e safety conformance, multiple analog and digital inputs/outputs,
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robotmotion-controlroboticsautomationEtherCATservo-drivestechnology-innovationsNexCOBOT to demonstrate EtherCAT AI robot controllers at Robotics Summit
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