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Citation
(2002), "TM Robotics cover more ground", Industrial Robot, Vol. 29 No. 6. https://doi.org/10.1108/ir.2002.04929fad.004
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2002, MCB UP Limited
TM Robotics cover more ground
TM Robotics cover more ground
Keywords: Robots, Toshiba
TM Robotics, Toshiba Machine’s European industrial robots partner, has released its new SR-1204HSP SCARA robot with significant control and productivity benefits, and the largest work envelope of a robot of its kind (see Plate 4).
The robot’s SR7000 controller uses absolute encoder feedback, rather than incremental signals. This provides high accuracy and dramatically decreases cycle times by removing the need to implement zero return on start up following a shut down.
Plate 4
TM Robotics has released its new SR-1204HSP SCARA robot with significant
control and productivity benefits, and the largest work envelope of a robot of
its kind
The 32-bit controller integrates easily with other industrial automation equipment and is capable of simultaneously processing input and output signals during robot motion. Therefore, no time is wasted while signal processing is completed.
The controller is capable of controlling up to five axes simultaneously, with options for PTP, short cut, linear interpolation and circular interpolation motion modes. With a total memory capacity of 6,400 points (12,800 steps), the controller also offers a multitask function, allowing a maximum of four tasks.
The SR-1204HSP is also extremely accurate, offering repeatability to within ±0.03 mm. Utilising state-of-the-art technology, the SR-HSP series uses parallel processing to offer smooth, fast motion combined with an extremely sophisticated set of control instructions to suit all applications.
The SR-1204HSP has an arm length of 1,200 mm, which means the SCARA can offer nine types of arm configuration ranging from 250 mm to 1,200 mm, making the range one of the best in the industry. This latest model also offers a vertical motion of either 200 mm or 400 mm and the robot’s reinforced arm can handle up to 15 kg payload.
For further information, contact: Nigel Smith, TM Robotics (Europe) Ltd, Unit 15, The Weltech Centre, Ridgeway, Welwyn Garden City, Herts, AL7 2AA. Tel: 01707- 871535; Fax: 01707-393959; E-mail: sales@tmrobotics.co.uk