Special manipulators for industrial workshops are key equipment in automated production. They are widely used in handling, assembly, welding, spraying, palletizing and other scenarios, and can significantly improve efficiency, precision and safety.
1. Main types
Articulated manipulators (6-axis robots)
High flexibility, mimic human arm movement, suitable for complex trajectory operations (such as welding, assembly).
SCARA manipulators (4-axis)
High-speed planar motion, designed for precision assembly and sorting (electronic components, small parts processing).
Rectangular coordinate manipulators (gantry type)
Simple structure, suitable for linear handling and large workpiece processing (such as CNC loading and unloading).
Parallel manipulators (Delta)
Ultra-high-speed grasping, commonly used in food and drug packaging lines.
Collaborative manipulators (Cobot)
With force sensing and human-machine collaboration functions, no safety fence is required, suitable for flexible production.
2. Core application scenarios
Handling/palletizing: Replace manual handling of heavy objects (such as boxes and bagged materials).
Welding: high-precision arc welding and spot welding in automobile manufacturing.
Spraying: uniform coating to avoid workers from exposure to harmful chemicals.
Assembly: precision assembly of electronic equipment and automotive parts.
Inspection: integrated visual system for quality inspection (such as defect identification).
3. Key performance parameters
Load capacity: from a few grams (electronics industry) to several tons (heavy industry).
Repeat positioning accuracy: usually ±0.02mm~±0.5mm (high precision is required for precision work).
Working radius: covers a range from compact (500mm) to large (3000mm+).
Speed: affects the cycle time, Delta robots can reach 10 grasps per second.
Protection level: IP54 (dust and splash proof) to IP67 (immersion proof, suitable for humid environments).
4. Selection points
Task requirements: clarify load, trajectory complexity, and accuracy requirements.
Environmental adaptation: explosion-proof (chemical), clean room (semiconductor), high temperature resistance (casting).
Integration compatibility: whether it supports PLC and MES system communication (such as Profinet and EtherCAT).
Maintenance cost: consider spare parts replacement cycle and lubrication requirements.
5. Cutting-edge technology trends
AI + visual guidance: achieve disordered grasping (such as sorting of messy parts) through deep learning.
Force control technology: adaptively adjust the force for precision insertion or polishing.
Digital twin: virtual debugging shortens the time to production.
Lightweight design: carbon fiber materials reduce energy consumption.
Post time: May-26-2025