NEW PRODUCTS 31 AW FEBRUARY 2022
No-Code Robot Teaching Environment
Epson, epsonrobots.com Epson RC+ Express is an intuitive visual-based teaching environment that enables programming of Epson SCARA robots for users with littleto-no programming experience, enabling manufacturers to develop robotic programs to overcome cost and time barriers associated with running industrial robots. Developed for Epson T-Series All-in-One and LS-B Series SCARA robots, Epson RC+ Express features a visualbased teaching environment that integrates block-style format with the power and flexibility of a scripted-text programming language. Readyto-use templates are included, allowing users to quickly create common pick-and-place, palletizing, and depalletizing applications. The software is also equipped with time-saving features such as Epson proprietary Focus Assist technology with auto generated fields and a built-in 3D simulator to help visualize and fine-tune applications.
Robotic Tool Changer
ATI Industrial Automation, ati-ia.com ATI Industrial Automation is releasing a new standard tool changing option for smaller robots. The QC-29 Robotic Tool Changer brings the powerful and rugged technology of ATI’s heavy duty tool changers to robots in the 25-35kg payload class. ATI says the QC-29 is the first standard ATI Tool Changer designed with a rectangular body that mounts directly to 40mm and 50mm robot wrists. The QC-29 also includes in-body lock/unlock sensing and a new locking mechanism. Built-in air ports and three-module mounting ease utilities connections, and the Zero-Freeplay design ensures maximum repeatability for high-efficiency tool changing. The QC-29 is compatible with ATI’s standard utility modules and tool stands enabling unique configurations ranging from ultrasonic welding to servo motor support.
Assisted Reality Wearables
RealWear, realwear.com The RealWear Navigator 500 is the next generation of the RealWear’s industrial-strength wearables. Building on its flagship RealWear HMT-1 head-mounted display, RealWear Navigator 500 represents a new family of assisted reality products for RealWear, with a new modular platform, improved user experience, and comfortable ergonomics that empower frontline workers to perform work tasks while keeping those workers’ hands and fields of view free to more safely perform tasks for longer amounts of time in the hybrid work environment. Optimized for hands-free use, RealWear Navigator 500 combines hardware, software, and cloud-ready services with a rugged design that is one-third lighter and slimmer than the previous generation, making it easier for frontline workers to wear the device for their entire shift.
Rotary Encoders
Posital, posital.com Position and motion sensor specialist Posital has announced new models of its IXARC rotary encoders with housings that are only 27 mm long. This reduced length, combined with a diameter of only 36 mm, means that these compact devices are ideal for tight spaces. The radial cable entry and shaft seal have protection ratings of IP65, ensuring reliable operations in wet and dirty conditions. A variety of flange and shaft configurations are available, reducing the need for adaptors or work-arounds. The new compact encoders are based on Posital’s magnetic measurement technology. Both incremental and single-turn absolute versions are available. Incremental variants are programmable—resolution can be set anywhere from one to 16,384 pulses-per-turn without requiring any changes to the mechanical properties of the devices. Similarly, pulse direction and the output driver—either push-pull (HTL) or RS422 (TTL)—can be reset through software updates.
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