Despite the most devastating disaster in Japan since WWII, industrial robot manufacturers based in Japan saw their sales increase in the first three quarters of 2011.
About one-third of all industrial robot orders originate in Japan, largely due to highly robotic automotive assembly lines. Industrial spot welding robots, such as the Motoman UP165 pictured, are a common sight in automotive factories.
Yaskawa Robotics (the parent company for Motoman Robotics), FANUC Robotics, and Kawasaki’s robot division made up the three industrial robot manufacturers that saw the largest sales increases. Yaskawa’s sales were up 46% from the previous fiscal year. FANUC saw a 6% increase, and Kawasaki also saw significant gains.
Boosting the jump in industrial robot sales were the orders for semiconductors used in smartphones and computers. Robots in these industries typically perform different material handling and assembly tasks. Industrial robots used in automotive lines and vacuum environments to perform welding, painting, and material handling applications also added to the increase in orders and sales in these Japanese based industrial robot manufacturers.
Read more and check out a few graphs about the Japanese industrial robot market here.
Whether you are searching for parts for newer industrial robotic equipment or parts for an industrial robot that is a few years old, RobotWorx can help you locate the parts you desire. With an ever changing and expanding inventory, RobotWorx stocks parts for new industrial robotic equipment and equipment that is no longer manufactured. FANUC, Motoman, Tregaskiss, Fronius, Allen-Bradley, Lincoln… These are only a few of the brands that we sell.
How does RobotWorx acquire parts that are no longer manufactured?
When industrial companies and manufacturers go out of business or upgrade their industrial robotic equipment, the often sell their old equipment through auctions or other means. Here at RobotWorx, we take full advantage of these used robotic arms, systems, welders, etc. We can refurbish and sell some of industrial robots we buy, but some get scrapped after we have taken the parts we can use out.
When is the best time to buy parts?
Just like buying new tires or a new radiator before you can’t drive your car anymore, the best time to buy parts is before you need them. Having spare parts on hand saves hours, possibly days and weeks, of downtime. Check out the video below to see the top five spare parts your should always have on hand!
Who do I contact to order robotic parts?
Call the RobotWorx Service and Parts department today to speak with a knowledgeable representative about your part, or visit our parts webpage to view our wide selection of parts.
Nobody likes to move heavy bags, boxes, or pallets. Manual spot welding with heavy welding guns can be cumbersome also. Manual labor like this typically leads to slow production times, waste, and errors.
There is good news and bad news when it comes to these industrial applications. The bad news is that someone has to do it. The good news is that RobotWorx can integrate a FANUC R-2000 industrial robot to do it for you!
Here are the top five reasons to automate your material handling and spot welding applications with a FANUC R-2000:
1. Production Times: The FANUC R-2000 has been proven to increase production times and throughput in many industries. It takes at least four human workers to keep pace with one FANUC R-2000 robot.
2. Versatility: FANUC produced many designs and models of the R-2000. The standard model is floor-mounted, features a 165 kilogram payload capacity, and reaches 2,650 millimeters. Other models feature higher payload capacities, longer reaches, different mounting styles (wall, shelf, and gantry), and other modifications to fit more industrial needs.
3. Cost/ROI: The initial cost for a system containing a FANUC R-2000 may seem a little daunting at first. But after looking at the numbers again, you will realize that the one time initial cost will actually save you money in the long run! A typical return on investment for a FANUC R-2000 is six months. Money your company was previously using on payroll for workers performing tasks that the R-2000 is now performing is eliminated. Workers’ time can now be spent performing more challenging, meaningful tasks. If the initial cost is still prohibitive, leasing a robot is also a viable option.
4. Specifications: Weighing in at 1,210 kilograms and reaching 2,650 millimeters, the FANUC R-2000 still maintains a 0.2 millimeter repeatability. That’s as thick as one-fifth of a dime! Different models of the R-2000 possess other specifications users will find desirable for various applications.
5. It’s Easy: Working with RobotWorx to integrate a FANUC R-2000 is easy! Simply call our expert sales staff to get started on a system that incorporates this versatile robot. They will work with you and our engineers to develop the perfect robotic system for your company. Call us today at 740-383-8383, or visit the R-2000 product page for a free price quote.
All around our website you can find news, videos, product listings, and other information about all different kinds of welding workcells. “Workcell Specials!” “Buy a Pre-Engineered Welding Workcell!” “Advantages of a Robotic Welding Workcell!” But what is a welding workcell exactly? How do all of the parts work together? What are the benefits of this type of workcell? These questions are answered in a new RobotWorx video. The new video examines each piece of a standard RobotWorx RW1050 workcell and explains its purpose.
In short, some pieces, such as light curtains and door interlocks, serve to protect workers from dangerous aspects of the welding process. Other pieces serve a strictly functional purpose, such as the welding robot itself. Some pieces, such as the turntable, serve both functions! Each piece plays a vital role in making welding workcells an important part of the future of industrial automation.
If the workcell you see in the video is not something that would fit your industrial welding application, don’t be discouraged! Any of our RobotWorx workcells are fully customizable and can be changed and tweaked to suit your welding process. You are in control when it comes to designing the perfect workcell for your facility. Our engineers and sales staff possess years of experience and have acquired copious amounts of knowledge about industrial robotics to help you plan your welding system. To start designing your industrial welding workcell, call us today at 740-383-8383, or visit our contact us page to request more information.
According to a Packaging World survey, more and more companies are turning to industrial robots to perform their packaging tasks. Most users choose to use articulated robots in palletizing and pick and place applications. Respondents ranked efficiency, cost savings, and productivity highly when it came to reasons for implementing industrial robots into their facility.
The survey indicated that about half of the respondents currently use packaging robots, but that nearly 50% of those who do not currently use robots plan to in the near future.
Here at RobotWorx, we sell many robotic packaging systems. Palletizing industrial robots with claw-like bag grippers or powerful suction grippers are a popular choice for customers who need to move products quickly and efficiently. Engineers have even developed grippers that can handle moving bags and boards to maximize efficiency and cut down production times.
If your company needs to improve packaging methods and quality, contact RobotWorx today to develop a robotic solution tailored to your specific needs and facility! Phone 740-383-8383 to speak with an industrial robot expert now!
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