Craig Frazee – Page 28 – Blettner Engineering

IAI XSEL ROBONET Gateway Function Video

Posted on 04/01/2011 at 2:50 pm.

rn Posted in IAI Application Examples rnnnrn rn rn rn rnnnrnnnThis display unit consists of three sets of six ROBO Cylinder axes combined in a Y-Z configuration, grippers, and one X-axis work part transfer section, all of which are controlled with just one XSEL controller.nnrnnnThe six ROBO Cylinder axes are controlled via the ROBONET controller using the Gateway function of the XSEL controller. By using the Gateway function, a maximum of 22 actuator axes can be controlled using only one XSEL controller.nnrnnnFor example, you can directly control four SCARA robot axes using an XSEL controller and control the gripper of each SCARA robot using the Gateway function.nnrnnnrn

IAI EtherCAT for PCON/ACON

Posted on 04/01/2011 at 2:01 pm.

Written by Craig Frazee

EtherCAT PCON/ACON flyer

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rnnnEtherCAT PCON/ACON flyer (440KB)nnrnnnCatalog #: CJ0176-1A-UST-1-0311nnrn Pages: 2nnrn High-speed communication to eliminate the bottlenecks of networks. PCON/ACONs are now available in EtherCAT-ready versions.nnrnnnClick to download the PDF Catalog.nnrn

ZR Unit with a Long Stroke Gripper Video

Posted on 03/29/2011 at 1:34 pm.

Written by Craig Frazee

ZR Unit with a Long Stroke Gripper Video

rnMarch 21st, 2011 Posted in Application Examples rnrnrnnnrnnnThis display unit combines the ZR unit and long-stroke gripper to transfer work parts of different sizes.nnrnnnThe ZR unit is a compact unit, combining the vertical axis and the rotational axis into one. Also, the Cartesian robot is used to perform movement in the X-Y direction.nnrnrnnnThe range of operation can be set larger than that of a comparable SCARA robot by increasing the X-Y stroke.nnrnnnThe long-stroke gripper can grip work parts of all sizes, so it can meet your needs for all types of work parts.

IAI America Newsfeed Effects of the Japan Earthquake on Porduction

Posted on 03/24/2011 at 1:14 pm.

Written by Craig Frazee

Effects of Japan Earthquake on Production rnPosted: 23 Mar 2011 04:28 PM PDTrnrnWe extend our deepest sympathies to all those who have been affected by the Tohoku Earthquake that hit Japan on March 11, 2011. rnrnAlthough the earthquake itself did not affect any of our production facilities, our supply chain for parts has been affected as explained below. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused and ask for your understanding. rnrnWe are temporarily unable to obtain Nikon’s encoders that are equipped on our products as standard parts. Accordingly, we are taking the following actions as temporary measures:rnrn1. ROBO Cylinders RCS2 and RCS3 Series, Absolute Type rnrnnnnn

Affected models: RCS2-SA7C / SS7C / SS8C / SA7R / SS7R / SS8R / RA5C / RGS5C / RGD5C / RA5R / RGS5R / RGD5R, absolute type.rnRCS3-SA8C / SS8C / SA8R / SS8R, absolute type.

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Measure: Change the part in question to a replacement part and change the model numbers of affected models.

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Specific change: Change the encoder symbol in the model numbers of affected products from “A” to “TA.” rnExample:rnRCS2-SS7C-A-60-12-300-T2-SrntornRCS2-SS7C-TA-60-12-300-T2-S (The change is denoted in bold.)rnIn addition to the above, relevant controller parameters will be changed. However, there are no changes to the specifications, dimensions, prices, etc.

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Effective from: Orders received on or after March 22, 2011.

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Affected models: NS-L, NS-M

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Measure: We will stop accepting NS orders because there is no replacement part and the affected models cannot be manufactured.

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Replacement models: No models are available that can be used directly in place of NS-L and NS-M actuators. Please contact IAI for details.

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Period of not accepting NS orders: From March 22, 2011 until supply of affected encoders resumes.

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Precision Pallet Conveyors by mk North America

Posted on 03/17/2011 at 7:24 pm.

Written by Craig Frazee

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Precision Pallet Conveyors

Quality, Productivity and Flexibility! nnrn

The mk Modular Pallet Conveyors are designed to improve manufacturing productivity and product quality while rnallowing for maximum assembly flexibility – making mk’s pallet conveyors the prime option for a conveyor that meets all the needs of your specific automation project and the pallet you are transporting. nnrn

With your choice of four different conveying styles; belt, timing belt, chain or accumulating roller chain, mk offers the broadest line-up of non-synchronous assembly conveyors available anywhere. Combined with an extensive range of rnpositioning and transfer modules, elevators and pallet options, the mk system offers almost endless possibilities. nnrn

With mk pallet conveyors you have the freedom to select the configuration best suited for your layout and production process. Construct and combine our different conveyor styles into: over/under, recirculating, in-line or parallel lines. All systems can be easily expanded, re-configured or relocated as your needs change. nnrn

Whatever your application, our application engineers have likely worked on it. They’ll carefully review your requirements – cycle time, payload, floor space, process flow – and devise the best conveyor rnlayout to suit them.nnrn

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Pallet Size Range:	200 x 200mm to 2000 x rn2000mm
Pallet Load Capacity:	Up to 500 lbs
Transport Media:	Flat belt, timing belt, roller rnchain, accumulating roller chain
Transport Rate:	Up to 100 ft/min
Repeatability:	+/- 0.05mm (.002″)

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rnIdeal for Rough Environments

rnnnChain conveyor KTF-P 2010 serves as the basic system component for the manufacturer of single or multiple strand material handling systems. Chains run on our low friction wear strips, thus increasing the life span of the chains and allowing for the allocation of heavily loaded pallets. They are designed for high load capacity, making it the best choice for a heavy-duty rnapplication.nnrnnnSpecificationsnnrnnnnn

Frame: 20×100 mm structural aluminum profile rnnnnn
Width: 50 mm lanernnnnn
Length: 500 mm – 10,000 mmrnnnnn
Load: Up to 280 kgrnnnnn
Speed: Up to 60 mpmrnnnnn
Attachment links are possible for custom fixtured applications

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Low back pressure accumulating chain conveyor SRF-P 2010 is designed for the construction of medium and heavy-duty pallet handling systems. The free running load rollers ensure quiet operation during project accumulation, likewise enhancing and improving the quality of your work space. nnrnrnnnSpecificationsnnrnnnnn

Frame: 50×100 mm structural aluminum profile rnnnnn
Width: 50 mm lanernnnnn
Length: 500 mm – 10,000 mmrnnnnn
Load: Up to 400 kgrnnnnn
Speed: Up to 60 mpm (150 rnfpm)rn

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Ideal for Pallet Transport and AccumulationnnrnThe roller chain conveyor system SRF-P 2012 is designed for the transport and accumulation of loads up to 300 kg, or 660 lbs. Examples of typical applications include product transfers between work stations or the accumulation of products between processes. T-slots on three sides offer plenty of options for mounting stops, side rails, sensors, stands, etc, further allowing you to make the conveyor a perfect fit for your specific application, enabling you to easily and simply adjust and reconfigure as necessary.nnrnrnnnSpecificationsnnrnnnnn

Frame: 60 x 135 mm structural aluminum profilennrnnnnn
Width: 200 – 2000 mm rnnnnn
Length: 1000 mm – 10,000 mmrnnnnn
Load: Up to 600 kgrnnnnn
Speed: Up to 30 mpm (100 fpm)nnrnrn

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