KUKA robotics introduces new family of compact six axis robots

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(2007), "KUKA robotics introduces new family of compact six axis robots", Industrial Robot, Vol. 34 No. 1. https://doi.org/10.1108/ir.2007.04934aad.003

KUKA robotics introduces new family of compact six axis robots

KUKA robotics introduces new family of compact six axis robots

KUKA Robotics Corporation, has announced the introduction of its KUKA KR5 Sixx robot family (Figure 3). The new robot family is designed for customers with applications requiring six-axis functionality for long reach tasks. The new robots when combined with KUKA Robotics' user friendly PC-based control platform gives customers an extremely easy to use and easy to learn pick and place automation solution. The new robots broaden the KUKA product line to include compact space-saving robots that are among the fastest and most reliable robots in their class.

Figure 3 The KUKA KR5 Sixx robot family

“Customers with pick and place, assembly or material handling applications that require the flexibility of 6 axis will find the KUKA KR5 Sixx ideal,” said Kevin Kozuszek, Director of Marketing for KUKA Robotics Corporation. “This compact robot and the user-friendly KUKA PC-based controller combine short cycle times and high accuracy with the dependability of KUKA controls.”

The KUKA KR5 Sixx robot family includes 650 and 850mm reach models and are capable of handling payloads up to 5kg. The six axis robots' light weight gives the robot optimum acceleration and maximum working velocities.

For information, contact: Kevin Kozuszek, KUKA Robotics Corporation; e-mail: kevinkozuszek@kukarobotics.com