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Industrial robots of the IR series
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Industrial robots of the IR series

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Overview of the IR Series Industrial Robots
The IR series by KraussMaffei is designed for complex demolding processes, offering six axes for enhanced flexibility. These robots are suitable for areas where linear robots are less effective and provide turnkey solutions from pick and place to comprehensive production cells.
Key Advantages
  • Turnkey automation solutions from a single source.
  • Space-saving installation for injection molding machines.
  • Simple operating concept with integration of various peripherals.
  • Flexible gripper solutions.
Specifications and Features
  • Applications: Consumer goods, medical/pharmaceutical, packaging, electronics, automotive, and white goods.
  • Special Features: High rigidity, versatile, cleanroom-compliant, and investment security.
  • Payload: 6 – 210 kg; Reach: 1610 – 3900 mm.
  • Control System: Integrated with KraussMaffei machines or stand-alone for others.
  • Clamping Force Range: 500 kN to 40,000 kN.
Technical and Economic Benefits
  • High positioning accuracy with dynamic servo drives and precision gearboxes.
  • Maintenance-free closed guides suitable for dirty environments.
  • Cost-effective with reduced downtime and increased output.
  • Flexible integration options including floor, shelf, and wall mounting.
Operational Flexibility
  • Six axes allow for diverse task handling and adaptability to production changes.
  • Suitable for cleanroom applications with minimal space requirements.
  • Customizable solutions based on articulated arm kinematics.
Control and Safety Features
  • User-friendly operation with a 5-button concept for easy control.
  • Programmable safety technology for future flexibility.
  • Uniform interface for grippers and peripherals with CE conformity.
Conclusion
The IR series industrial robots by KraussMaffei offer a robust solution for diverse automation needs, combining flexibility, precision, and cost-effectiveness. They are designed to integrate seamlessly into various production environments, providing long-term investment security and operational efficiency.
Applications and Processes
  • Demolding: From simple parts to complex over-molded components, such as automotive bumpers.
  • Insertion: Handling of electric components and preprocessed parts, exemplified by connector contacts.
  • Cutting and Surface Treatment: Includes cutting sprue gates and flame treatment of bumpers.
  • Inspection and Packaging: Mechanical, electric, and visual inspections with 100% quality control, packaging in various formats.
  • Encapsulation and Cleaning: Insert molding of glass and priming for further treatment.
  • DecoForm: Over-molding of fabric for automotive interiors, with post-treatment options.
Technological Solutions
  • Integration of industrial robots from the IR series for enhanced automation capabilities.
  • Customizable delivery systems and camera systems for precise component handling and inspection.
  • Co-operative project handling in seven steps, from project meetings to comprehensive service post-delivery.
Case Studies
  • Weidmann Plastic Technology AG: Automation of side panel production with precise insertion and testing.
  • DURA Automotive Body & Glass Systems: Cleaning and priming of side windows with integrated robots.
  • Evonik Röhm GmbH: Cleanroom manufacturing of scratch-resistant components.
  • Biro Edwin Bischof AG: Installation of snap nuts on automotive parts in a compact cell.
Global Network and Customer Proximity
KraussMaffei boasts a worldwide sales and service network, enabling quick responses to customer inquiries. They collaborate with clients to develop optimal technical and economical solutions for product and production needs.
Individualized Service
The company offers extensive customer service, application technology, and support globally. Their lifecycle design service spectrum supports customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their machines and systems. They also provide customer-specific training at various locations.
Comprehensive Expertise
The KraussMaffei Group is unique in offering essential machine technologies for plastics and rubber processing through its brands: KraussMaffei, KraussMaffei Berstorff, and Netstal. They have a significant international presence with numerous subsidiaries, production plants, and service partners.
Industrial Robots and Automation
KraussMaffei provides a range of industrial robots, including linear and side-removal robots, to enhance the flexibility and capacity of injection molding machines. Their IR series robots offer flexibility and effectiveness for automating customer-specific applications.
Additional Resources
Further information, brochures, and technical data are available on their website, with options for personalized information delivery upon request.
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Industrial robots in the IR series Facts and figures Flexible. Powerful. Effective. Industrial robots in the IR series Facts and figures Areas of application Consumer goods White goods Insertion, demolding, machining, installing Special features Versatile, high rigidity, great degree of freedom, investment security, cleanroom-compliant Working space Standard accessories Gripper, quick changing units, belt conveyors, linear axis (7th axis), protective housings Control system concept Integrated (in combination with a KraussMaffei injection molding machine) or stand-alone (for injection molding...

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Transparent technology Take a tour of the IR series 5 CE conformity, free of charge High degree of assurance – low costs Flexibility is critical Space-optimized production units or mobile assembly cells Proven energy and signal routing Attachment unit or gripper interface module Simple operating concept Programming – setting – operating Economical turnkey solutions Technologically sophisticated and advanced Safe home traverse at the touch of a button No collision

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Industrial robots in the IR series Flexible concepts Flexibility is critical No limits for your requirements KraussMaffei provides you space-optimized production units and mobile cells with the shortest return to service time, according to your requirements. Our industrial robots implement complex demolding processes with various gripper concepts through six axes, freely programmable sequences of movements and wide swiveling ranges. Heavy-duty basic units Industrial robots are designed for extreme ambient conditions and continuous operation – for example, when welding body components. When used...

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Industrial robots in the IR series Assembly and installation variants Assembly and installation We have the optimal solution for your production KraussMaffei provides you with four basic options to integrate the industrial robots of the IR series perfectly into your specific production situation. Space-saving production cell: The shelf-mounted version Our shelf-mounted (S) version industrial robot is usually installed on the fixed (mold) platen of the injection molding machine. This solution is primarily used for large machines with over 650 tons clamping force and high-volume components. Industrial...

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Industrial robots in the IR series Technical and economical advantages Technical and economical advantages are included And easy for you to use The IR series from KraussMaffei provides you with various advantages. A simple operating and control concept and a uniform interface and CE conformity. Simple operation and control concept Industrial robots are highly complex. With our intelligent operation and control concepts, however, this is not a problem. The user-friendly "5-button operation concept" can be applied directly with the robot handheld remote or on the panel of the injection molding...

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Industrial robots in the IR series Range of applications Range of applications Multifaceted performance for your system solution Demolding – rom simple demolding parts to overF molded parts with large volume Packaging – In cartons, trays, blisters and sachets – In the clean room – Counted Bumpers for the automotive industry Various fittings Insertion – f fed parts, such as electric compoO nents and intricate clips – f preprocessed, for example, O pre-punched, parts – f process-specific, heated parts O Encapsulation – nsert molding of raw glass, I including clips Example: Rear windows Example:...

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Industrial robots in the IR series Peripherals and remote service Versatile peripherals For complex automation solutions Most varied of grippers Whether simple grippers with standard components such as vacuum exhausters, parallel grippers, sprue gate grippers or complex inserting and demolding grippers, we have the perfect solution for you. Benefit from economical solutions with high holding force for your special requirements. Different drawer systems They are used for providing parts, exporting QS components and for buffer storage. In addition to single and double drawers, a combination of...

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Industrial robots in the IR series Co-operative project handling Almost automatic: Our co-operative project handling Together towards success in just seven steps Step 1 Project meeting Step 3 Layout design 1. Detailed project meeting We work together with you to appraise the current state of your production, and discuss the pros and cons of existing production lines and concepts, and work out any potential improvements that could be made. In addition to this exchange of experience, we work with you to draw up an initial outline schedule for your planned project. 2. Drawing up different resolution...

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Industrial robots in the IR series Application examples The IR series is optimally equipped for many tasks Loading airbag nets and mounting clips Industrial robots in the IR series open up great potential for you in automation of injection molding machines that go far beyond the standard demolding process. Take advantage of our wide and varied offering and profit from our experience. The customer W eidmann Plastic Technology AG International technology developer for the automotive industry, medical, sensors and plumbing technology. The focus is on the development and series production of complex...

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Industrial robots in the IR series Practical examples Application example Assembly cell for snap nuts The customer Biro Edwin Bischof AG, Switzerland Development and production of advanced technical molded parts from thermoplastic plastics. The specialist for multi-component technology for various industries: automotive, consumer goods, construction and electrical. The task Installation of snap nuts on interior automobile parts in a stand-alone cell. The challenge The exact feed and the process-reliable installation of 12 snap nuts on various positions on the finished part and the demand for...

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