Fanuc's Crx Series Robots Simplify Production

FANUC, drawing on its experience in computer numerical control equipment development, brings an innovative perspective to roboticization through the CRX series collaborative robots. Enhancing the capabilities of the CRX cobot series with intelligent options, FANUC delivers safe, user-friendly, reliable and versatile solutions for diverse applications. AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle), force sensors and iRVision technologies make the production process more flexible and practical.

FANUC, a global leader in numerical control systems, is automating entire assembly lines with its CRX series, among the flagship offerings of its robotics showcase. The series features the most comprehensive range of collaborative robots with load capacity up to 35 kg, and through FANUC's AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle), Force Sensor and iRVision intelligent options, enables employees to dedicate their time to lighter, skilled or challenging tasks.

CRX cobots become more capable and efficient with AGV

Stating that CRX series cobots deliver solutions for diverse applications including inspection, machine loading and unloading, packaging, palletizing, grinding, welding and more, Murat Kısa, Director of FANUC Turkey Robotics Division, said: "CRX cobots can be used together with AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) thanks to their lightweight design. Following this development, which eliminates manual material loading in the lower sections of machine tool material feeding, material supplies are now delivered directly to machine tools in fully autonomous mode. Models equipped with intelligent logistics software find their way between different work areas without restrictive safety barriers. In addition, they take precautions without being affected by humans or other suddenly emerging obstacles blocking their route. The mobile CRX cobot also delivers order-related materials safely and reliably directly to the relevant processing machine while performing loading independently."

Force sensors equip cobots with touch and sensing capability

Noting that CRX robot models are equipped with built-in force sensing capabilities that give the robot a sense of touch and feeling without requiring additional hardware or software, Kısa commented on the advantages: "Applications requiring touch sensation can now be easily achieved using the new simple CRX programming interface. The new CRX interface guides the user through the necessary steps for setup while also providing simple on-screen help icons to complete the task. Our CRX robot models offer both the simplicity of the new user interface and the power of more advanced force control functions using an external force sensor. Whether you are a novice or experienced robot programmer, CRX has a solution for all needs."

The world's fastest, easiest and most reliable robotic vision system: iRVision

Stating that CRX has vision capability thanks to advanced visual perception systems for cobots, Kısa said: "iRVision technology is a unique, fully integrated 2D and 3D visual perception system that enables FANUC robots to see. Cobots integrated with iRVision can make production faster, smarter and more reliable. Through its team of in-house experts, FANUC has committed itself to developing and continuing to improve fast-to-set-up, easy-to-use and ultra-flexible integrated robotic vision systems based on more than 30 years of experience. The ability to be applied without complex programming or specialized knowledge is one of the most important advantages of iRVision visual perception systems."