Automation Innovations Shine at Fakuma

Traversing axes with new profile geometry made of crash-resistant aluminum or steel;

the new MC7 control with freely configurable operating buttons, and an improved teaching function allowing the desired movement sequence to be implemented quickly;

new 10-inch multi-touch display.

EcoVacuum: This new vacuum solution for linear robots reduces compressed air consumption with a demand-based vacuum control, particularly when handling inserts or molded parts with a smooth surface. Available for all Wittmann robots, EcoVacuum will be demonstrated with a Primus 128 robot.

WX90 sprue removal system: Now available in a stand-alone version with robot interface (Euromap 67) and its own control cabinet for use with all makers’ IMMs. Compared with a pneumatic sprue picker, the energy-efficient servo axes of the new WX90 save enough on electricity costs to pay back on its investment in about two years of three-shift operation, Wittmann said. 

Camera interface: Created to let other makers’ cameras communicate with Wittmann robots, this interface improves production cell performance by refining functions like position detection and quality checks. The operating panel of a camera’s software is shown on Wittmann’s R9 robot Teachbox. The interface will be demonstrated with a W918 robot.

Servo-driven rotary axes: New across Wittmann’s robot line, the company’s A, B, and C servo axes are more compact and lighter for improved combined rotation sequences that can handle more applications. With higher load capacity possible for grippers and parts, smaller robots can be used in many applications.