FANUC Unveils CNC & Robot Integrated Automotive Architecture With Connectivity to Rockwell Automation Control Environments for an Easy, Simplified Automation Solution

ROCHESTER HILLS, MI – (October 28, 2013) FANUC America Corporation, the leader in CNCs and robots in the Americas, unveils a CNC and robot integrated automotive architecture demonstrating connectivity to Rockwell Automation programmable automation controller (PAC) environments for an easy, simplified automation solution at Automation Fair 2013, Booth #1001.

As a result of the release of EtherNet/IP field bus connectivity for its Series 3xi-B CNCs, FANUC furthers our commitment to open interconnectivity of our CNCs to factory automation solutions. To demonstrate the simplicity of EtherNet/IP integration and connectivity, FANUC presents a newly integrated CNC and robot automotive machining cell architecture in conjunction with Rockwell Automation.  The use of an EtherNet/IP network architecture will allow customers to leverage common tools and technology for device configuration and maintenance across CNC, robot and PAC cell environments. End-users and machine tool builders will benefit from a simplified architecture, improved productivity and actionable information across the entire manufacturing enterprise. 

FANUC America will also demonstrate intelligent packing with its new LR Mate 200iD/7L mini-robot.  The LR Mate 200iD/7L long-arm robot offers a slim design, 911 mm reach and a seven kg payload.  The family of six-axis LR Mate 200iD robots is extremely lightweight and compact, specifically designed for high-speed and precision applications such as machine tending, material handling, assembly, picking, packing and material removal.  The intelligent mini-robot features a four to seven kg payload, a slim arm with integrated power, signal, air, and flexible mounting (upright, invert and angle) for easy integration. 

The LR Mate 200iD/7L will pick individual variety packs and place them into stackable totes using FANUC’s iRVision’s snap-on-the-fly feature.  It also checks label presence and orientation on each variety pack by using iRVision’s inspection feature with a second overhead camera. The cell will showcase the robot’s six-axis articulation, payload, and reach capabilities to handle and stack the totes.   

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About FANUC America Corporation

FANUC America Corporation is a subsidiary of FANUC CORPORATION in Japan and provides industry-leading CNC systems, robotics, and ROBOMACHINEs. FANUC’s innovative technologies help manufacturers maximize productivity, reliability, and profitability. Headquartered in Rochester Hills, Michigan, FANUC America has facilities throughout North and South America. Learn more at www.fanucamerica.com or explore collaborative robots at crx.fanucamerica.com.

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