FANUC Robotics has launched the latest version of its 410iB series palletising robot with an increased payload capability of 55%. The new FANUC Robotics M410iB/700 arm maintains the high speed capability of the range, 700 cycles per hour, and takes the payload up to 700Kgs. Operating over a standard pick and place test cycle - .4Mtr up x 2Mtr linear x .4Mtr down - the arm performs 700 cycles per hour, at 100% duty cycle, providing a potential palletising throughput of 490 tonnes per hour. To enable this throughput FANUC has enhanced the existing wrist to manage...
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