7X-55 robot Sepro's latest robot for injection molding machines combines a three-axis Cartesian robot with a two-axis servo-driven wrist that was developed in partnership with Stäubli Corp., Duncan, S.C. It features Sepro's Visual 3 control system, which allows the robot to complete very complicated motions in all axes simultaneously and precisely.
What's new? The size. Sepro introduced the 7X-55, the largest in the series so far, at Fakuma in October. Designed for injection molding machines with clamping forces from 1,323-2,756 tons, it can handle a maximum load of 132 pounds.
Benefits Stability, speed, quiet operation and reduced power consumption. The robot's vertical arm with aluminum profiles provides an excellent mass-to-rigidity ratio. Because of the intelligent servo control and brake, the design reduces noise and power usage. Also, the servo wrist can grip and position parts at any angle, which makes the robot easy to set up and operate and allows for simpler end-of-arm-tooling.
Sepro America LLC, Warrendale, Pa., 412-459-0450,www.sepro-america.com
