Ambrell Corp., Scottsville, N.Y., introduces what is said to be the world’s first induction heating collaborative robot or “cobot,” a programmable machine that performs a variety of repetitive tasks. Called Max by Ambrell, the cobot is integrated into the induction heating process for optimized production flow, increased yields, and greater uniformity.
According to Tony Mazzullo, President and CEO, “With the Max cobot heating solution, fast set-up times, intuitive programming, space-saving footprints, and significantly lower safety requirements will reduce the amount of time and labor required to meet production targets. Additionally, customers seeking ways to improve their competitive position will recognize a fast payback period coupled with a high return on investment.”
Jeff Kramer, Director of Product Management at Ambrell and the MAX project team leader, stated, “With the flexibility, portability and cost-effectiveness of cobots in the manufacturing sector, Ambrell recognized how cobot-assisted automation could be designed and engineered into the heating process, especially for high mix, low volume production.”
The announcement took place at IMTS in Chicago, which is North America’s largest manufacturing trade show with more than 2000 exhibitors and attendance estimated to exceed 115,000 at this year’s event.
