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(2004), "Kawasaki launches “M series” robot with a maximum payload of 500 kg", Industrial Robot, Vol. 31 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/ir.2004.04931bad.002
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2004, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Kawasaki launches “M series” robot with a maximum payload of 500 kg
Kawasaki launches “M series” robot with a maximum payload of 500 kg
Keywords: Kawasaki, Robots
Kawasaki's latest robot is the “M series” which offers a maximum payload of 500 kg and incorporates a compact profile design with long reach and high wrist torque of 3,920 N m (Plate 2). Its superior design gives it the power to lift and manipulate heavy loads with great ease and high performance accuracy.
High payload robots conventionally require a large counterbalance weight which increases interference and reduces the work envelope. Innovative design of an advanced link structure has eliminated the need for this counterbalance resulting in a robot with an attractive compact profile.
Plate 2
New “M” series robot
The M series presents three robot models all with extensive working envelopes with large payloads covering 350-500 kg and maximum reach from 2,540 to 3,018 mm.
The high wrist torque of 3,920 N m has been achieved with the MX500N robot by using high power motors, normally used only in the major axes, across all six robot axes. This enables the rated payload to be carried at a significant offset from the wrist flange surface.
With collision detection and soft absorber control software, the robot can manipulate large loads both smoothly and safely.
They are ideal for lifting engines, manipulating car bodies, handling of large tools between processes in the automotive field, the movement of large castings, rocks, construction materials and large domestic appliances in the general industrial area.
For further information, contact: Kawasaki Robotics UK Ltd, Easter Court, Europa Boulevard, Warrington WA 5 5ZB. Tel: 01925 713000; Fax: 01925 713001; E-mail: sales@kawasakirobotuk.com; Web site: www.kawasakirobot.co.uk