COLLABORATIVE ROBOTS
Struggling to meet consumer demand due to production issues on your packaging line?
Collaborative robots are a cost-effective alternative to standard packaging machinery that are designed to easily automate dull, repetitive tasks that are susceptible to labor challenges.
What are Collaborative Robots?
Collaborative robots, or “cobots”, are designed to automate the repetitive within manufacturing processes, working alongside employees without caging or guarding.
Using internal force monitoring in each joint, the robot immediately stops when a collision is detected creating a collaborative and safe environment for humans to interact with.
Flexible Automation for Manufacturing
Unlike traditional industrial robots that are built into the facility infrastructure and programmed to run a single task, cobots can be easily added to existing production environments and require minimal downtime to repurpose.
- Easy programming – eliminate downtime during changeover
- Minimal footprint – no caging or guarding needed
- Quick deployment – easily added to existing processes
- Safe design – meet industry approved standards for operation
What industries are collaborative robots used in?
The ease of programming and ability to repurpose has enabled successful cobot deployments in almost every industry imaginable.
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Cosmetics
- Electronics
- Food & beverage
- Metal fabrication
- Plastics
- Pharmaceutical
When to consider collaborative robots.
The term “cobots” has become an industry buzzword with many manufacturers looking into automating manual tasks with robotic technology.
- Shortage of consistent and qualified labor
- Increasing labor costs
- High mix, low volume operations
- Limited in-house engineering staff
Advantages of Collaborative Robots
Collaborative robots are a permanent solution to labor issues disrupting current production goals with the flexibility to adapt to future demands.
Minimal Footprint
Cobots can be added to current conveyor configurations and integrated with existing equipment eliminating unnecessary expenses from automating manual processes.
Maximize Existing Labor Potential
By automating the dull, ergonomically unsafe tasks that are difficult to fill, existing labor can be repurposed to handle higher value tasks that are tougher to automate.
Designed with the Future in Mind
Unlike traditional robotic automation, cobots can be easily moved and repurposed as production demands change. Using the embedded software most transitions require no programming or on-site engineering assistance.
With no guarding needed, multiple stages of a manufacturing process can be automated in a minimal footprint.
Why work with a collaborative robot integrator?
Programming simple pick and place or machine tending application can be easily done using the simplified on-board software within the teach pendants.
The problems arise within “robot cell” or work area.
- How does the robot interface with existing machines?
- What if custom hardware is needed?
- Is this robot safe while handling different objects and payloads?
- Where do I go for advanced programming support?
With over 10 years integration experience ONExia is your source for successful cobot automation.
Collaborative Robot Partners
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Packaging Automation
Simplified robotic integration with cutting edge collaborative technology.
Deploy Robots to the Simple Tasks
In end of line packaging processes, collaborative robots maintain consistent product output within a simple to operate, plug-and-play solution.
- Assembly – flat shipper building and taping processes
- Pick and Place – packing standard sized products into cases
- Palletizing – stacking sealed cases for final shipment
Adapt with Future Demands
With the ability to quickly reposition and retool built-in, line changeovers can happen in minutes and can be handled by on-floor employees – no programming needed!
Learn more about automating end of line packaging tasks with collaborative robots
Collaborative robots can operate with existing packaging machinery, eliminating unnecessary automation costs.
Collaborative Robot Integration
Servicing the United States and Canada, every turn-key system is designed, built and tested at our facility in Pennsylvania.
- Turn-key robotic manufacturing cells
- Application & software development
- Robotic safety integration
- Grippers & end of arm tooling
- 2D & 3D vision system integration
PRE-SALE SERVICES
- Demonstrations of products that are needed for your application
- Proof of concept where we take actual parts and provide video for the customer to review
- Detailed quotation of all the components needed for building the robotic cell
AFTER SALE SUPPORT
- On-site training and integration of the completed project
- Warranty troubleshooting and repairs on-site if needed
- Additional accessories, tooling, and upgrades as applications change
- Continued support through additional deployments